The effectiveness of restricted training on certain motor abilities and attacking skills of young football players under 19 years of age
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https://doi.org/10.47197/retos.v79.119078Keywords:
Restricted training, foot-ball, attacking skillsAbstract
Objective:This study aimed to identify the effect of restricted training on some motor abilities and offensive skills of youth football players under 19 years old
Research methodology:The researchers used the experimental method with two equivalent groups (experimental and control). The research sample consisted of 26 players from Al-Zawraa Sports Club (U-19), divided into an experimental group (13 players) and a control group (13 players). The experimental group performed a restricted training program for eight weeks, with three training sessions per week, while the control group continued with the regular training program. Several tests were used to measure the study variables, including the Ronaldo Speed Test (dribbling and shooting), skill performance test, 10-m acceleration test, Illinois agility test, and response speed test.
Results: The results showed significant improvements in all variables for the experimental group between the pre- and post-tests. In addition, significant differences were found in the post-tests between the two groups in favor of the experimental group in most variables.
Conclusions: The study concluded that restricted training has a positive effect on developing certain motor abilities and offensive skills in youth football players under 19 years old.
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