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DOTIQ Assessment Questions

All 50 questions used in the DOTIQ assessment, organized by pillar. Highlighted questions are inverse-scored — a lower response indicates a higher pillar score.

10
Discipline
10
Ownership
15
Toughness
15
Sports IQ
12 inverse questions (highlighted below — score is reversed)

Discipline

10 questions
3

I struggle to consistently maintain disciplined habits throughout the season.

Inverse
8

I follow through on commitments even when no one is watching.

9

My daily routines support long-term development, not just short-term results.

13

I tend to choose convenience over behaviors that support growth.

Inverse
19

I complete required work (training, school, preparation) without needing reminders.

21

I am consistent with strength, conditioning, and recovery work outside of practice.

32

My off-field habits positively influence teammates.

35

I struggle to manage my time effectively across academics, training, and rest.

Inverse
38

I prepare with the same intent regardless of my role or recent performance.

39

I take my nutrition seriously, even when it requires planning or sacrifice.

Ownership

10 questions
4

I address breakdowns in execution rather than avoiding them.

6

When the team struggles, I take ownership of helping correct the situation.

10

After a poor decision, I focus on what I can correct rather than what went wrong around me.

15

I accept feedback after mistakes without becoming defensive.

20

I admit when something is wrong but do not take action to address it.

Inverse
22

I hesitate to assume leadership during challenging moments.

Inverse
25

When I make a mistake, my first response is to take responsibility rather than explain it.

30

My response to mistakes increases trust from coaches and teammates.

31

I tend to reflect on my mistakes or actions only after someone calls it to my attention.

Inverse
36

I respond to mistakes with action instead of frustration or disengagement.

Toughness

15 questions
2

I handle pressure situations with clarity rather than panic.

7

I do not allow one bad inning, game, or performance to carry into the next opportunity.

12

I stay mentally engaged even when things are not going my way.

16

I often consider things would be better elsewhere when things get tough.

Inverse
17

I remain committed during long stretches where results don't match my effort.

18

I stay prepared even when opportunities feel uncertain or delayed.

27

I get impatient when things don't go my way.

Inverse
28

I stay mentally tough through slumps that last longer than expected.

29

When my circumstances are challenging, I look inward before blaming external factors.

37

When momentum turns against my team, I remain steady and composed.

42

I compete with the same intensity even when my role or opportunities are limited.

43

I recover emotionally faster than most teammates after a tough moment.

44

I remain committed to my development when progress feels slow.

45

I show tenacity when the path forward requires patience.

47

When things get tough, I beat myself up and question my ability to play the game.

Inverse

Sports IQ

15 questions
1

I understand how pressure situations change decision-making.

5

I become laser focused on my task and often ignore the bigger picture.

Inverse
11

I know where to be and what to do without needing reminders.

14

I make smart decisions even when the game speeds up.

23

I recognize small details that others often miss.

24

I communicate effectively with teammates about positioning and situations.

26

I stay mentally ahead of the play rather than reacting late.

33

I understand when to be aggressive and when to be patient.

34

I understand game situations and adjust my decisions accordingly.

40

I use experience and awareness to slow the game down.

41

I find it challenging to make quick decisions during competition.

Inverse
46

I consistently make the right play rather than the flashy one.

48

I can explain game situations clearly to teammates if needed.

49

I miss opportunities to adjust based on opponent tendencies.

Inverse
50

I consistently anticipate what might happen before the play develops.

All 50 — In Order

1

I understand how pressure situations change decision-making.

Sports IQ
2

I handle pressure situations with clarity rather than panic.

Toughness
3

I struggle to consistently maintain disciplined habits throughout the season.

DisciplineInv
4

I address breakdowns in execution rather than avoiding them.

Ownership
5

I become laser focused on my task and often ignore the bigger picture.

Sports IQInv
6

When the team struggles, I take ownership of helping correct the situation.

Ownership
7

I do not allow one bad inning, game, or performance to carry into the next opportunity.

Toughness
8

I follow through on commitments even when no one is watching.

Discipline
9

My daily routines support long-term development, not just short-term results.

Discipline
10

After a poor decision, I focus on what I can correct rather than what went wrong around me.

Ownership
11

I know where to be and what to do without needing reminders.

Sports IQ
12

I stay mentally engaged even when things are not going my way.

Toughness
13

I tend to choose convenience over behaviors that support growth.

DisciplineInv
14

I make smart decisions even when the game speeds up.

Sports IQ
15

I accept feedback after mistakes without becoming defensive.

Ownership
16

I often consider things would be better elsewhere when things get tough.

ToughnessInv
17

I remain committed during long stretches where results don't match my effort.

Toughness
18

I stay prepared even when opportunities feel uncertain or delayed.

Toughness
19

I complete required work (training, school, preparation) without needing reminders.

Discipline
20

I admit when something is wrong but do not take action to address it.

OwnershipInv
21

I am consistent with strength, conditioning, and recovery work outside of practice.

Discipline
22

I hesitate to assume leadership during challenging moments.

OwnershipInv
23

I recognize small details that others often miss.

Sports IQ
24

I communicate effectively with teammates about positioning and situations.

Sports IQ
25

When I make a mistake, my first response is to take responsibility rather than explain it.

Ownership
26

I stay mentally ahead of the play rather than reacting late.

Sports IQ
27

I get impatient when things don't go my way.

ToughnessInv
28

I stay mentally tough through slumps that last longer than expected.

Toughness
29

When my circumstances are challenging, I look inward before blaming external factors.

Toughness
30

My response to mistakes increases trust from coaches and teammates.

Ownership
31

I tend to reflect on my mistakes or actions only after someone calls it to my attention.

OwnershipInv
32

My off-field habits positively influence teammates.

Discipline
33

I understand when to be aggressive and when to be patient.

Sports IQ
34

I understand game situations and adjust my decisions accordingly.

Sports IQ
35

I struggle to manage my time effectively across academics, training, and rest.

DisciplineInv
36

I respond to mistakes with action instead of frustration or disengagement.

Ownership
37

When momentum turns against my team, I remain steady and composed.

Toughness
38

I prepare with the same intent regardless of my role or recent performance.

Discipline
39

I take my nutrition seriously, even when it requires planning or sacrifice.

Discipline
40

I use experience and awareness to slow the game down.

Sports IQ
41

I find it challenging to make quick decisions during competition.

Sports IQInv
42

I compete with the same intensity even when my role or opportunities are limited.

Toughness
43

I recover emotionally faster than most teammates after a tough moment.

Toughness
44

I remain committed to my development when progress feels slow.

Toughness
45

I show tenacity when the path forward requires patience.

Toughness
46

I consistently make the right play rather than the flashy one.

Sports IQ
47

When things get tough, I beat myself up and question my ability to play the game.

ToughnessInv
48

I can explain game situations clearly to teammates if needed.

Sports IQ
49

I miss opportunities to adjust based on opponent tendencies.

Sports IQInv
50

I consistently anticipate what might happen before the play develops.

Sports IQ