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Ferraz A, Pérez-Chao EA, Ribeiro J, Spyrou K, Freitas TT, Valente-Dos-Santos J, Duarte-Mendes P, Alcaraz PE, Travassos B. Bridging the Gap Between Training and Competition in Elite Rink Hockey: A Pilot Study. Sports Health 2024:19417381241273219. [PMID: 39189414 DOI: 10.1177/19417381241273219] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/28/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Monitoring training load and competition load is crucial for evaluating and improving athlete performance. This study proposes an applied approach to characterize and classify the training task specificity in relation to competition in a top-level rink hockey team, considering external and internal load from training tasks and competition. HYPOTHESIS Training tasks and game demands have significant dose-response differences, and exercises can be classified successfully based on their physiological and biomechanical demands. STUDY DESIGN Cross-sectional study. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level 5. METHODS Ten elite-level male rink hockey players participated in this study. Players were monitored on 6 different task categories during 8 training sessions and 2 official games. A linear mixed model with random intercepts was used to compare training tasks and competition load, accounting for individual repeated measures. A 2-step cluster analysis was performed to classify the training tasks and games based on physiological and biomechanical load, employing log-likelihood as the distance measure and Schwartz's Bayesian criterion. RESULTS Average heartrate , maximum heartrate, and high-speed skating (18.1-30 km/h) were the best physiological load predictors, while the most effective biomechanical load predictors were impacts [8-10] g(n), decelerations [-10 to -3]m/s²(n), and accelerations [3-10]m/s²(n). Different physiological and biomechanical responses were verified between training tasks and match demands. A 4-quadrant efforts assessment for each task category revealed that training tasks used by the team in the analysis presented lower biomechanical and physiological load demands than competition. CONCLUSION Training tasks failed to adequately replicate the specific demands of competition, especially regarding high mechanical stress, such as the absence of high-intensity impacts and decelerations. CLINICAL RELEVANCE This method of classification of training tasks may allow coaches to understand further the specificity and contribution of each task to competition demands, consequently improving the capacity of load management and the preparedness and readiness of players for competition.
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Affiliation(s)
- António Ferraz
- Center in Sports Science, Health Sciences and Human Development (CIDESD), Department of Sport Sciences, University of Beira Interior, Covilhã, Portugal, and CIFD, Sports Research, and Training Center, Jean Piaget University of Angola, Luanda, Angola
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- Center in Sports Science, Health Sciences and Human Development (CIDESD), Department of Sport Sciences, University of Beira Interior, Covilhã, Portugal, and Polytechnic Institute of Guarda, School of Education, Communication and Sports, Guarda, Portugal
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- UCAM Research Center for High Performance Sport, UCAM Universidad Católica de Murcia, Murcia, Spain, Facultad de Deporte, UCAM Universidad Católica de Murcia, Murcia, Spain, and SCS, Strength and Conditioning Society, Murcia, Spain
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- UCAM Research Center for High Performance Sport, UCAM Universidad Católica de Murcia, Murcia, Spain, Facultad de Deporte, UCAM Universidad Católica de Murcia, Murcia, Spain, SCS, Strength and Conditioning Society, Murcia, Spain, and NAR - Nucleus of High Performance in Sport, São Paulo, Brazil
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- CIDEFES, Centre for Research in Sport, Physical Education, Exercise and Health, Lusófona University, Lisboa, Portugal and COD, Center of Sports Optimization, Sporting Clube de Portugal, Lisbon, Portugal
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- Department of Sport and Well Being, Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco, Castelo Branco, Portugal, and Sport, Health and Exercise Research Unit - SHERU, Polytechnic Institute of Castelo Branco, Castelo Branco, Portugal
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- UCAM Research Center for High Performance Sport, UCAM Universidad Católica de Murcia, Murcia, Spain, Facultad de Deporte, UCAM Universidad Católica de Murcia, Murcia, Spain, and SCS, Strength and Conditioning Society, Murcia, Spain
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- Center in Sports Science, Health Sciences and Human Development (CIDESD), Department of Sport Sciences, University of Beira Interior, Covilhã, Portugal, and Portugal Football School, Portuguese Football Federation, Lisbon, Portugal
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Rigon TA, Drezner R, Nogueira FF, Yousefian F, Travassos B, Dantas LEPBT. What to look for in setting sports training tasks for young players? Analysis of the numerical configuration of players and court size constraints on futsal small-sided games performance difficulty level and player participation. INT J PERF ANAL SPOR 2023. [DOI: 10.1080/24748668.2023.2199475] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/08/2023]
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- Thiago André Rigon
- School of Physical Education and Sports, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- School of Physical Education and Sports, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Research Center in Sports Sciences, Health Sciences and Human Development (CIDESD), Department of Sport Sciences, University of Beira Interior, Covilhã, Portugal
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- Research Center in Sports Sciences, Health Sciences and Human Development (CIDESD), Department of Sport Sciences, University of Beira Interior, Covilhã, Portugal
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Pizarro D, Práxedes A, Travassos B, Gonçalves B, Moreno A. How the Number of Players and Floaters' Positioning Changes the Offensive Performance during Futsal Small-Sided and Conditioned Games. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:ijerph18147557. [PMID: 34300004 PMCID: PMC8304258 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18147557] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2021] [Revised: 07/08/2021] [Accepted: 07/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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This study aims to analyse the effects of floater positioning within futsal Gk + 3vs3 + Gk and Gk + 2vs2 + Gk small-sided and conditioned games (SSCG) on youth offensive performance on an action per minute per player basis. Three experimental conditions were carried out through the manipulation of floater positioning: floaters off (FO), final line floaters (FLF) and lateral floaters (LF). Thirty male futsal players (U19 age category) participated in the study and played once within each situation in a random order on different days. Offensive performance based on "action per minute per player" was analysed through indirect and external systematic observation. Results showed significant differences between both SSCGs (2vs2 and 3vs3). Specifically, according to the game principles analysed, 3vs3 is associated with higher values of passing and dribbling action to progress towards the goal without beating a defensive line (moderate to large effect size), while 2vs2 is associated with higher values of passing and dribbling actions that beating a defensive line (moderate to very large effect size). In addition, 2vs2 is associated with dribbling and shooting actions to shoot at goal with the lowest level of opposition (moderate effect size). Indeed, whilst the 2vs2 game format seems to promote more 1vs1 situations, the 3vs3 game format encourages more ball possession and collective tactical behaviours. Thus, training tasks intended to improve dribbling and shooting actions should use a smaller number of players whereas tasks intended to improve passing actions for ball possession should include a higher number of players with or without floaters. It seems that the number of players can influence the tactical behaviour of the team. These findings should be considered for the design of futsal training tasks, according to the main objective of the training session. For example, if the coach aims to promote the number of dribbles and shots within a SSCG, 2vs2 SSCG situations should be prioritised.
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- David Pizarro
- Faculty of Life Sciences and Nature, University of Nebrija, 28015 Madrid, Spain;
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- Faculty of Life Sciences and Nature, University of Nebrija, 28015 Madrid, Spain;
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- Research Center in Sport Sciences, Health and Human Development (CIDESD), Department of Sport Sciences, University of Beira Interior, 6201-001 Covilhã, Portugal;
- Portugal Football School, Portuguese Football Federation, 5001-801 Oeiras, Portugal;
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- Portugal Football School, Portuguese Football Federation, 5001-801 Oeiras, Portugal;
- Departamento de Desporto e Saúde, Escola de Saúde e Desenvolvimento Humano, Universidade de Évora, 7004-516 Évora, Portugal
- Comprehensive Health Research Centre (CHRC), Universidade de Évora, 7004-516 Évora, Portugal
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- Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, 06006 Cáceres, Spain;
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Pizarro D, Práxedes A, Travassos B, Gonçalves B, Moreno A. How Informational Constraints for Decision-Making on Passing, Dribbling and Shooting Change With the Manipulation of Small-Sided Games Changes in Futsal. Percept Mot Skills 2021; 128:1684-1711. [PMID: 34027714 DOI: 10.1177/00315125211016350] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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In this study, we explored how manipulating floaters' positions in small-sided futsal games (SSGs) promote changes in the informational constraints that support decision-making (DM) for passing, dribbling and shooting tactics. We made changes in four experimental 3 vs 3 small-sided game conditions with 30 male futsal players (U19 age category): (a) Floaters Off (FO), (b) Final Line Floaters (FLF), (c) Lateral Floaters own field sideline (LFofsl) and (d) Lateral Floaters full field sideline (LFffsl). We assessed players' activity with WIMU PRO™ software during the SSGs, using the Game Performance Evaluation Tool (GPET) to analyze a total of 1,635 decisions. DM for dribbling was generally based on the interpersonal distance between the ball carrier and direct opponent, considering the defensive team length and the offensive team area. Shooting decisions were constrained, by certain attacking-defending teams' spatial-temporal relations with regard to playing space and team balance as affected by manipulating floaters' positions. The coaches' decisions to change the floaters' positions during SSGs may change informational variables sustaining the dribbling decision, but no changes in SSG variables affected passing DM.
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- David Pizarro
- Faculty of Life Sciences and Nature, University of Nebrija, Madrid, Spain
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- Faculty of Life Sciences and Nature, University of Nebrija, Madrid, Spain
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- Research Center in Sport Sciences, Health and Human Development (CIDESD), Department of Sport Sciences, University of Beira Interior, Covilhã, Portugal.,Portugal Football School, Portuguese Football Federation, Oeiras, Portugal
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- Portugal Football School, Portuguese Football Federation, Oeiras, Portugal.,Departamento de Desporto e Saúde, Escola de Saúde e Desenvolvimento Humano, Universidade de Évora, Évora, Portugal.,Comprehensive Health Research Centre (CHRC), Universidade de Évora, Évora, Portugal
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- Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Extremadura, Cáceres, Spain
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