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Evaluation On Speed And Agility Components In Basketball & Soccer Players 10-14 Years Old. (Literature Review)

Nesti Binishi, Dhimitraq Skënderi

Published in JPASE Journal (Volume 7, Issue 1, June 2024)

Received: 12 June 2024
Accepted: 21 June 2024
Published: 24 June 2024
ISSN: 2308-5045
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Abstract

This literature review explores the influence of age on the development of speed and agility components in male basketball and soccer players aged 10-14 years. The stages of development of each child are different and are accompanied by physical, psychological, emotional and cognitive changes, for this reason it is necessary that the training program is suitable for each stage of development. It is known that children of the same chronological age show differences in biological growth. For better results, it is important for coaches and sports scientists to understand how age influences physical and physiological performance in these sports. The findings of our study show how players tend to experience improvements in muscle strength and speed with increasing age within the age range we considered. Pre-adolescents often show improved motor skills, coordination and reaction time, which are fundamental attributes for success in basketball and soccer. However, changes in body shape and body position associated with adolescence can present challenges. Growth spurts, changes in body proportions and coordination that change with age can affect overall performance and require adaptations in training and technique. Another important consideration is the risk of sports-related injuries, which can be exacerbated by increased force and speed. Coaches should prioritize injury prevention strategies, but on the other hand, take advantage of the physical changes that age brings. The effectiveness of recommended training programs plays a key role in exploiting the potential of young athletes. Tailored programs have been shown to have a significant effect on the development of speed, agility and motor skills in adolescent players. In conclusion, we can say that the age range from 10-14 years marks a period of substantial physical and physiological change in young athletes. Personalized training programs closely monitored by coaches are necessary to take advantage of these changes and maximize the development of speed and agility components in basketball and soccer players. Further studies are required to achieve a deeper understanding of this dynamic development and to identify training protocols for this age group.

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JPASE Journal (Volume 7, Issue 1, June 2024)
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speed, agility, basketball players, soccer players, physical parameters, physiological parameters.
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speed, agility, basketball players, soccer players, physical parameters, physiological parameters.

A systematic search was used to conduct this literature review on the influence of age on the development of speed and agility components in 10-14-year-old male soccer and basketball players. The following methodology describes the steps followed to collect and analyze relevant studies and articles related to this topic: Identification of study sources: Academic databases such as PubMed, Google Scholar and SPORTDiscus were used to search for relevant articles in the last 10 years. Keywords and phrases included “age and sports performance,” “speed and agility development,” “youth basketball,” “youth soccer,” and various combinations thereof. Inclusion criteria: Studies published in peer-reviewed journals were given priority to ensure the quality of sources. Articles focusing on male 10-14 year old football and basketball players were retrieved. Also articles studying the effect of age on components of speed and agility, muscular strength, motor skills, body shape, risk of injuries and effectiveness of training programs were included in this literature review. Studies that included mainly female athletes or athletes outside the specified age range were excluded. Articles in languages other than English were excluded to facilitate a detailed analysis. Data analysis: Data were collected and organized into thematic sections, including muscle strength, motor skills, body shape, injury risk, and training programs. Within each section, studies were grouped based on focus and key findings. Discussion and conclusion: A summary discussion was conducted to synthesize the information and draw connections between the various studies and their effects. Citations and references: We used appropriate citations and references to ensure transparency and reliability of the sources used in this literature review.

 

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