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Paulo Henrique Borges1, Sean Cumming2, Enio R V Ronque3
1Department of Physical Education, State University of Maringá, Maringá Brazil.
Journal of Human Kinetics
|November 16, 2018
Summary
Somatic maturity and functional fitness show limited impact on young soccer players' tactical performance. The Yo-Yo Test was a notable predictor for defensive tactics in the under-13 group.
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Pediatric Exercise Science
- Soccer Performance Analysis
Background:
- Tactical performance in youth soccer is crucial for development.
- Understanding the influence of biological maturation and physical fitness on tactical skills is essential for effective training.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between tactical performance, somatic maturity, and functional capabilities in young soccer players.
- To determine the predictive value of maturity and fitness on tactical execution in adolescent athletes.
Main Methods:
- Assessed 48 young soccer players (age 14.80 ± 1.5 years) using anthropometric measurements.
- Evaluated somatic maturity via years to peak height velocity (PHV).
- Measured functional fitness (e.g., Yo-Yo Test, vertical jumps) and tactical performance (FUT-SAT).
Main Results:
- Weak associations (r < 0.40) were found between tactical performance and somatic maturity, functional capacity, and anthropometric attributes.
- The Yo-Yo Intermittent Recovery Test Level 1 explained 36% of the variance in defensive tactical performance for the under-13 category.
- Overall, maturity and fitness had a limited impact on tactical performance.
Conclusions:
- Somatic maturity, growth status, and functional fitness appear to have a limited influence on the tactical performance of young soccer players.
- While the Yo-Yo Test showed some predictive power for defense in younger players, broader tactical execution is less dependent on these factors.
- Further research may explore other contributing factors to tactical proficiency in adolescent soccer players.
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