Football is one of the most engaging and enjoyable sports, attracting children of all ages to participate. However, at the initial stages, many young players experience fear of injury and frustration due to improper techniques or a lack of fundamental skills. In light of this, the present study aimed to examine the effect of incorporating speed-based skill training (SBST) on selected motor fitness and skill performance variables among football players. A total of 30 football players from the Andhra District, aged between 14 and 16 years, were selected as participants. The subjects were randomly assigned to two equal groups (n = 15): Group I underwent speed-based skill training (SBST), while Group II served as the control group (CG). The experimental group participated in the training program three days per week over a period of 12 weeks, whereas the control group maintained their routine daily activities without additional training. Data were analyzed using the paired sample t-test, with the significance level set at 0.05. The findings demonstrated that the SBST intervention led to notable improvements in explosive power and dribbling performance among the football players. These results suggest that integrating speed-based skill training can significantly enhance specific motor fitness and skill-related abilities at the school level. The study was conducted while considering factors such as diet, climate, lifestyle, and prior training experience as limitations. Overall, the findings align with previous research, supporting the conclusion that speed-based skill training effectively develops explosive power and dribbling skills in football players.
Volume 12 | Issue 2
Pages: 3570-3574