Seasonal variations in performance and asymmetry data for jump and change of direction abilities in female soccer players
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Pardos-Mainer, E., Bishop, C. and Gonzalo-Skok, O. 2024. Seasonal variations in performance and asymmetry data for jump and change of direction abilities in female soccer players. The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. https://doi.org/10.1519/JSC.0000000000004863
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Title | Seasonal variations in performance and asymmetry data for jump and change of direction abilities in female soccer players |
Authors | Pardos-Mainer, E., Bishop, C. and Gonzalo-Skok, O. |
Abstract | The study aimed to evaluate the progression of the percentage-based change of direction deficit (%CODD) over a competitive season, along with its correlation with performance tests, and to examine the impact of the magnitude and direction of asymmetry at four stages of the season. Forty-seven (U-16, U-18, and U-20) highly-trained female soccer players performed unilateral vertical (CMJ), and horizontal jumping (HJ), 10-m sprint, and 180º change of direction (COD180) tests. The %CODD was also calculated. Significant group and time effects (p < 0.05) were observed in CMJ, HJ, 10-m sprint, and COD180 tests, with U-20 players generally outperforming the U-18 and U-16 groups. Non-significant differences were reported in the %CODD between any time-point or groups throughout the season. Moderate/large significant (r = 0.44 to 0.64; p < 0.05) relationships were found between %CODD and 10-m. The direction of asymmetry within- and between-tests at all time-points was slight to moderate (k = -0.29 to 0.57). Notwithstanding, 51% of the players showed the best performance in the horizontal jump with the same leg throughout the season, while only 36% in %CODD. This study highlights the importance of developing strategies to improve %CODD depending on the player’s position demands. Finally, individually monitoring the magnitude and direction of asymmetry can help practitioners monitor the effects of training and competition throughout the season. |
Keywords | longitudinal assessment; bilateral imbalances; muscle strength; team sports; multidirectional speed |
Sustainable Development Goals | 3 Good health and well-being |
Middlesex University Theme | Health & Wellbeing |
Publisher | Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins |
Journal | The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research |
ISSN | 1064-8011 |
Electronic | 1533-4287 |
Publication dates | |
Online | 12 Jul 2024 |
Publication process dates | |
Accepted | 17 Apr 2024 |
Deposited | 22 Apr 2024 |
Output status | In press |
Accepted author manuscript | File Access Level Open |
Copyright Statement | This is a pre-copyedited, author-produced version of an article accepted for publication in Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. The published version of record Mainer-Pardos, Elena; Bishop, Chris; Gonzalo-Skok, Oliver. Seasonal Variations in Performance and Asymmetry Data for Jump and Change of Direction Abilities in Female Soccer Players. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research ():10.1519/JSC.0000000000004863, July 12, 2024. | DOI: 10.1519/JSC.0000000000004863 is available online at: https://doi.org/10.1519/JSC.0000000000004863 |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.1519/JSC.0000000000004863 |
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