Comparing Speed-Agility-Quickness and Small-Sided Games Training Effects on Speed and Power Performance in Young Soccer Players

Souilah Aziz and Kessouri Oussama ()
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Souilah Aziz: University of Tissemsilt, Institute of Sciences and Techniques of Physical and Sports Activities, Laboratory of the Multiple Research Program in Sports Science and Human Movement, Algeria
Kessouri Oussama: University of Jijel, Department of Science and Techniques of Physical and Sports Activities, Algeria

Polish Journal of Sport and Tourism, 2024, vol. 31, issue 3, 9-17

Abstract: Introduction. Soccer is a demanding sport that requires rapid and explosive movements. Enhancing speed and power is crucial for optimal performance in soccer players. Two training methods, Speed, Agility, and Quickness (SAQ) training and Small-Sided Games (SSG) training, are commonly used to improve these physical attributes. This study aimed to compare the effects of SAQ training versus SSG training on performance measures in young soccer players. Material and Methods. Twenty-four soccer players were randomly assigned to either an SAQ training group (n = 12) or an SSG training group (n = 12). An 8-week training program was implemented, and pre- and post-training assessments included 10-m and 20-m sprint tests, Zigzag Change of Direction Speed (CODS), Repeated Sprint Ability, Squat Jump (SJ), Counter-movement Jump tests. Statistical analysis involved paired t-tests to compare pre- and post-test results within groups and ANOVA to examine interactions between time and group effects. Results. SAQ and SSG training groups showed significant improvements across all measures (all p

Keywords: speed-agility-quickness; small-sided games; speed and power; repeated sprint ability; soccer (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.2478/pjst-2024-0016

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