This study evaluates the contributions of age, growth, skeletal maturation, playing position and training to longitudinal changes in functional and skill performance in male youth soccer. Players were annually followed over 5 years (n = 83, 4.4 measurements per player). Composite scores for functional and skill domains were calculated to provide an overall estimate of performance. Players were ...

Traditional AI research has not given due attention to the important role that physical bodies play for agents as their interactions produce complex emergent behaviors to achieve goals in the dynamic real world. The RoboCup Physical Agent Challenge provides a good testbed for studying how physical bodies play a signi cant role in realizing intelligent behaviors using the RoboCup framework [Kita...

Several talent development programs in youth soccer have implemented motor diagnostics measuring performance factors. However, the predictive value of such tests for adult success is a controversial topic in talent research. This prospective cohort study evaluated the long-term predictive value of 1) motor tests and 2) players' speed abilities (SA) and technical skills (TS) in early adolescence...

Abstract Introduction. Modern football game places a large number of requirements for numerous physiological and motor abilities because athletes must show high aerobic anaerobic fitness, ability to run, jump, change direction improve specific sports skills, such as dribbling, feints goal shots. The speed is physical component agility, which includes technique, strength the effectively slow dow...

background: communication is the key role in the nursing profession. nurse-patient communication is highly important especially when the patient is a child. studies indicate inappropriate contact with children in the pediatric wards. this study investigated effect of training on communication skills of nurse with child through small group discussion. methods: this study is a clinical trial with...

Abstract Soccer is constantly changing regarding the demands of new generation. At its best, young players develop outstanding technical and tactical skills as well a wealth competition experience. In addition to targeted training, maintaining motivation one biggest challenges facing youth coaches. One possible way build their confidence while having fun. As game form, 3 vs. unites main events ...