<![CDATA[This study aims to analyze and describe the role of the Dandim Cup Tournament in improving team performance and self-confidence among SMANLE FC football players. A qualitative approach with a descriptive phenomenological design was employed. Informants were selected using purposive sampling, comprising the school principal, coach, physical education teacher, and main players of SMANLE FC at SMAN 1 Lewolema. Data were gathered through in-depth interviews, direct observation, and document analysis. Data analysis followed the interactive model of Miles, Huberman, and Saldana, while data trustworthiness was verified through source and technique triangulation. The findings reveal that the Dandim Cup Tournament plays a significant role as an evaluation instrument for training, enhancing team performance through improved technical skills, tactical transition coordination, and squad cohesiveness. Furthermore, competitive participation effectively fosters player self-confidence, evidenced by increased self-belief, optimism, decisive tactical decision-making, and emotional composure under match anxiety. In conclusion, the Dandim Cup Tournament functions holistically to enhance technical sports performance while cultivating student-athletes' self-efficacy sustainably.]]>
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