A coaches' perspective on the contribution of anthropometry, physical performance, and motor coordination in racquet sports

Journal of Sports Sciences
Kamasha RobertsonMatthieu Lenoir

Abstract

Differences and similarities between table tennis and other racquet sports exist, but are not well documented in the literature, in spite of the relevance for talent identification. In this study we aimed at identifying the key characteristics of table tennis in comparison with tennis and badminton based upon a survey in coaches. A total of 177 licensed coaches from all across the world and with diverse professional backgrounds completed a survey on anthropometric measures, physical performance, and motor coordination skills. On a scale from 1 to 10, coaches indicated to what extent a talent characteristic was important for their sport. MANOVA identified key differences as well as similarities between all three racquet sports and a subsequent discriminant analysis allocated coaches correctly for table tennis, tennis, and badminton 81.01%, 55.6%, and 71.4% respectively. Our results show that table tennis and other racquet sport coaches are well aware of differences between the racquet sports and also the importance and value of testing and assortment of skill components. These findings can assist coaches in future talent orientation and transfer in racquet sports.

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Aug 14, 2020·International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health·Beata PlutaMarcin Andrzejewski
Sep 26, 2020·Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport·Jan Willem Ajw TeunissenMatthieu Lenoir
Mar 5, 2021·Research in Sports Medicine·Manuel J Coelho-E-SilvaRobert M Malina
May 1, 2021·International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health·Mabliny ThuanyThayse Natacha Gomes
Jun 3, 2021·International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health·Beata PlutaKarolina Podciechowska

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