Hockey Training Research Articles

Results of Indoor Hockey Training on Mastery of Dribble Techniques in Hockey Games

The purpose of the study. Mastery of fundamental techniques in hockey is essential for players. Mastery enables player cooperation to achieve the game's objective. Key techniques include dribbling and pushing the ball, applicable in both indoor and field hockey. These techniques are vital for effective gameplay. In indoor hockey, only dribbling techniques are permitted according to regulations. Practice enhances dribbling skills, requiring repetitive training. This study aims to compare indoor and field hockey training effectiveness on dribbling mastery. Materials and methods. An experimental method was employed, utilizing 24 athletes from Sambas Hockey Club, divided into two groups. Results. The results indicate a significant improvement in dribbling technique mastery in the indoor training group. Conclusions. The research concludes that indoor hockey training significantly enhances basic dribbling technique mastery compared to field hockey training.

Mind-Body practices in hockey training: A focus on yogic interventions for goal setting and anxiety management

Mind-Body practices in hockey training: A focus on yogic interventions for goal setting and anxiety management

No spatial advantage in adolescent hockey players? Exploring measure specificity and masked effects

The study examines how intensive hockey training is linked with spatial ability and academic performance. Participants were hockey players from top junior teams (N = 225, mean age = 14.25, all boys) and their unselected peers (N = 278, mean age = 15.47, all boys). Compared to the unselected group, hockey players showed lower results in 10 small-scale spatial tests (Cohen's d ranging from 0.42 to 1.04), Raven's Progressive Matrices (d = 0.41), and 12 school subjects (d for the sum of grades = 1.17). The differences in spatial ability remained significant after controlling for Raven's (d varying from 0.26 to 1.03). The absence of spatial advantage in athletes suggests that effects of sports on cognition are complex: spatial ability facet-specific, sport-specific, professional and intensity level-specific. Moreover, these effects might be confounded by differences in academic engagement, investment of effort and psychological and physiological effects of intensive sports engagement.

Integration Of Life Skills Through Hockey In The Framework Of Positive Youth Development

This study aims to find out how much influence the integration of life skills has on youth hockey in the city of Bandung. Development of life skills in the context of Positive Youth Development, to find out which components of life skills have experienced the highest increase, and to find out how much life skills contribute to Positive Youth Development. The research method used is an experiment with a Quasi-Experimental Design model. The data collection techniques used in this study were the LSSS and CPYDS questionnaires. The sampling technique used purposive sampling. The number of samples was 30 youths who took part in extracurricular hockey, which were divided into two groups: hockey training, which was given the integration of life skills consisting of 15 kids, and Hockey training, which was not given life skills integration composed of 15 children. Research Results There is a significant effect of the integration of life skills in the development of youth hockey on life skills in the framework of Positive Youth Development. There is a substantial influence of non-integrated life skills in the development of youth hockey on life skills in the context of Positive Youth Development. There is a difference in the effect of hockey training integrated life skills and non-integrated life skills on developing life skills in the framework of Positive Youth Development. Integrated life skills hockey training is better than non-integrated life skills. The components of life skills that experienced the highest increase in the integrated life skills group were interpersonal communication and social skills. Meanwhile, the life skills component that experienced the highest growth in the non-integrated life skills group was teamwork. There is a contribution to life skills and positive youth development (PYD).

Effects of complex-contrast training on physical fitness in male field hockey athletes

Abstract Study aim: This study aimed to examine the effects of a six-week complex-contrast training (CCT) intervention on the physical fitness of male field hockey athletes. Material and methods: Participants were randomized into a CCT (n = 8) or control (CG; n = 6) group. Physical fitness was assessed pre- and post-six-week intervention using a 30 m linear sprint test, medicine ball throw, standing long jump (SLJ), countermovement jump with arm swing (CMJA), modified T-test (MAT), and unilateral isokinetic maximal strength test (knee flexion and extension) of both legs. The six-week CCT intervention was integrated as three weekly sessions within the sport-specific training schedule of field hockey athletes. Each session included four contrast pair exercises (e.g., squat + squat jump). ANCOVA with baseline scores as a covariate was used to analyze the specific training effects. Results: Significant differences between CCT and CG were observed in the 30 m sprint, CMJA, MAT, and isokinetic strength (p < 0.001–0.013) after the intervention, favoring the CCT group. Further, post-hoc analyses revealed significant pre to post improvements in all dependent variables for the CCT group (p < 0.001–0.001; effect size [g] = 0.28–2.65; %Δ = 3.1–16.3), but not in the CG (p = 0.169–0.991; g = 0.00–0.32; %Δ = 0.0–2.6). Conclusion: Supplementing regular field hockey training with CCT is recommended as an effective training strategy to improve the performance of linear sprints, vertical jumps, changes of direction, and muscle strength in amateur male field hockey athletes.

Training model of indoor hockey passing techniques For beginners

This study aims to create and implement a indoor hockey passing exercise model for beginners and to measure the effectiveness of the model made. The research will be applied to research subjects as many as 60 students who have the characteristics of novice players, male high school students, aged between 15-17 years who have never participated in indoor hockey training. This study uses a research and development model from Robert Maribe Branch, namely the ADDIE model (Analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation). The instrument used is a indoor hockey passing instrument created and developed by researchers. Based on the results of the study, the results of the pre-test were 21.12 and the post-test was 38.7.Significant difference test with SPSS obtained t-count = 71.418 df = 59 and p-value = -0.00 > 0.05 which means there is a significant difference to the results of indoor hockey passing exercises for beginners. Based on the results of statistical testing, it can be concluded that the model of indoor hockey passing technique training for novice players that was developed can effectively improve the indoor hockey passing technique for novice players.

DETERMINING AND IMPROVING THE STRENGTH PHYSICAL QUALITY OF SKILLED FIELD HOCKEY PLAYERS

During training and competition, hockey players perform movements with different power characteristics. Long-term hockey training helps to develop the strength qualities of individual muscle groups, in particular, the shoulder girdle and arms. To determine the physical quality of strength of field hockey students through the group of exercises we suggested.

Hockey Athlete’s Mood Level During Training in The Time of Covid-19 Pandemic

The purpose of this research was to determine how big the level of mood and the factors that affect the mood of athletes during extracurricular hockey training, both independent training and joint training based on each indicator at SMAN 14 Tangerang Regency. This type of research is quantitative descriptive research with survey method. The population and sample in this study were all members of the hockey extracurricular at SMAN 14 Tangerang Regency, totaling 25 people and sampling using total sampling technique. The instrument used was a study a rating scale questionnaire in the form of a checklist. The number of question items in the questionnaire is 21 questions that have been tested for validity and reliability. The questionnaire about mood is divided into several indicators, including fatigue, angry mood, feeling ready, energetic and full of energy, tension, self-assessment, confused mood, depression. Data collection techniques were carried out online using the help of social media whatsapp and google form. Data calculation and analysis in this study through a quantitative approach in the form of percentages. Based on the results of the research, it showed that the mood level of hockey extracurricular members was in the low category, namely the self-assessment indicator (55,2%) while for the very low category the indicator of feeling ready (45,5%), the anger mood indicator (33,8%), confused mood indicator (31,7%), tension indicator and depression indicator (21,6%) and fatigue indicator (17,2%). Of all these indicators, self-assessment is in the low category and the fatigue indicator is in the very low category.

CHRONIC EFFECT OF CORE STABILIZATION TRAINING FIELD HOCKEY DRAG-FLICK AND SHOOTING PERFORMANCE

<p>The aim of this study is to examine the effect of core stabilization training on drag-flick and shot performance in young hockey players. For this purpose, 20 super league level hockey players participated in the study as subjects. The subjects were divided into two equal groups as experimental and control. While core training and hockey training were applied together for 8 weeks to the experimental group; the control group only continued their routine hockey training. Shot and drag flick tests were applied to the groups one day before and one day after the 8-week period. The obtained data were analyzed in SPSS 22.0 program. After testing for normality and homogeneity, independent samples t-test was performed for between groups, and paired samples t-test was performed for pre-post-tests of each group. When the results were examined, there were significant changes in the hit and drag flick parameters in favor of the post-tests between the pre-post tests in the experimental group in which core training was applied (p<0.05), while the significant changes in the control group were not evaluated because they were in favor of the pre test. Despite these results, there was no significant difference in the measured features between the groups (p>0.05) As a result, it can be said that core training has positive effects on drag flick and shot performance in hockey players.</p><p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu_01/0905/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>

Effects of a High-Intensity Interval Training Program on Body Composition and Physical Fitness in Female Field Hockey Players

High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is zed by achieving similar effects to conventional physical and physiological training in a shorter time, allowing its dissemination in the sports field. The present study was aimed to analyze the effects of a HIIT program on body composition and general and specific physical fitness in Chilean female field hockey players. Experimental, repeated measures, simple blind, parallel groups, and a quantitative approach were used. The participants were randomized, and distributed into a control group (CG; n= 10) that maintained regular field hockey training and an experimental group (EG; n= 10) that also received complementary training with HIIT. Body composition (muscle mass and adipose mass), general physical fitness (jump performance with countermovement jump [CMJ] and maximum oxygen consumption [VO2max] were evaluated with the test Course-Navette), and specific physical fitness (pushing speed, dribbling speed, and shooting accuracy) were assessed with established protocols. Pre- and post-intervention comparisons were made with Student's t and Wilcoxon tests, considering p<0.05. The main results indicate that the EG presented a significant increase in muscle mass (p = 0.024; d = 0.62), CMJ (p = 0.005; d = 1.10), VO2max (p = 0.001; d = 1.58) and a significant reduction in adipose mass (p = 0.023; d = 0.36) and time in pushing speed (p = 0.028; d = 0.79). The CG did not present significant changes in any of the variables analyzed, and no significant differences were reported between the groups. In conclusion, eight weeks of HIIT significantly increases muscle mass, jump performance, and VO2max and significantly reduces adipose mass and time in pushing speed in Chilean female field hockey players.

Ultra-Wideband Indoor Positioning and IMU-Based Activity Recognition for Ice Hockey Analytics.

Currently, gathering statistics and information for ice hockey training purposes mostly happens by hand, whereas the automated systems that do exist are expensive and difficult to set up. To remedy this, in this paper, we propose and analyse a wearable system that combines player localisation and activity classification to automatically gather information. A stick-worn inertial measurement unit was used to capture acceleration and rotation data from six ice hockey activities. A convolutional neural network was able to distinguish the six activities from an unseen player with a 76% accuracy at a sample frequency of 100 Hz. Using unseen data from players used to train the model, a 99% accuracy was reached. With a peak detection algorithm, activities could be automatically detected and extracted from a complete measurement for classification. Additionally, the feasibility of a time difference of arrival based ultra-wideband system operating at a 25 Hz update rate was determined. We concluded that the system, when the data were filtered and smoothed, provided acceptable accuracy for use in ice hockey. Combining both, it was possible to gather useful information about a wide range of interesting performance measures. This shows that our proposed system is a suitable solution for the analysis of ice hockey.

Effects of a Floor Hockey Intervention on Motor Proficiency, Physical Fitness, and Adaptive Development in Youths with Mild Intellectual Disabilities.

This study examined the effects of a 12-week floor hockey training program on the motor proficiency, physical fitness, and adaptive development of youths with mild intellectual disabilities (IDs). A total of 54 youths with IDs were divided into two groups: a floor hockey exercise group (EG; n = 27; age, 16.59 ± 0.56 years) and a control group (CG; n = 27; age, 16.65 ± 0.63 years). The participants in the EG attended sessions of a floor hockey training program 3 times per week over a 12-week period. The CG group maintained their standard activities of daily living. The participants’ scores on the Bruininks–Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency, Second Edition, Brockport Physical Fitness Test, and traditional Chinese version of the teacher form of the Adaptive Behavior Assessment System, Second Edition, were obtained before and after the intervention. The results of the study indicate that the 12-week floor hockey training program significantly increased the participants’ scores for most indicators of motor proficiency (p < 0.01), physical fitness (p < 0.01), and adaptive development (p < 0.01). The findings provide evidence that physical activity interventions focusing on floor hockey training are a viable therapeutic option for treating youths with IDs.

Integrating External and Internal Load for Monitoring Fitness and Fatigue Status in Standard Microcycles in Elite Rink Hockey.

The aims of this study were 3-fold: firstly, to present an integrative approach to external and internal load dynamics for monitoring fitness and fatigue status of specific in-court rink hockey training sessions in a standard microcycle; secondly, to assess the differences between training sessions and matches; the third and final aim was to assess the association between external and internal load metrics. The external load, using a local positioning system, and internal load, using the declared rate of perceived exertion, were measured during 23 in-season microcycles for nine top-level players. Training load data were analysed with regard to the number of days before or after a match [match day (MD) minus or plus]. In relation to the first aim, internal and external load metrics merged into a single integrated system using pooled data z-scores provided an invisible monitoring tool that places the players in the fitness-fatigue continuum throughout the different microcycle sessions. In this regard, MD-4 and MD-1 sessions tend to place, with a low dispersion, the players in a “low external and internal load” zone. On the contrary, in MD-3 and MD-2 sessions, as well as in MD, in which higher loads were recorded, most of the players were within a “high external and internal load” zone with a tendency towards dispersion towards the fitness or fatigue zones. Finally, and with regard to the second and third aims, an inverted “U-shape” load dynamic related to the specific goals of each training session was the main finding in terms of comparison between MD; a load peak between MD-3 and MD-2 sessions and a significant decrease in all the load variables in MD-1 sessions were found; and high-to-low correlations were found between external and internal load metrics. This study presents an integrative approach to the external and internal load of players for monitoring fitness and fatigue status during a standard microcycle in rink hockey that might provide team sport staff members with a deeper understanding of load distribution in the microcycle in relation to the match.

The Impact of a Repeated Sprint Training Program on Performance Measures in Male Field Hockey Players.

Taylor, L and Jakeman, JR. The impact of a repeated sprint training program on performance measures in male field hockey players. J Strength Cond Res 36(7): 1984-1988, 2022-Sprint interval training (SIT) has been shown to be effective at improving athletic performance in laboratory studies, but the efficacy of SIT programs incorporated into normal training schedules is poorly considered. This study aimed to investigate the impact of a running SIT intervention applied to competitive athletes within a training program and to consider whether an uphill or flat (horizontal) SIT protocol had different effects on performance changes over time. Eighteen male hockey players (mean ± SD: age, 20.7 ± 0.9 years; hockey training experience, 9.9 ± 3.0 years) completed 2 sessions of SIT per week for 8 weeks, with intensity progressively increasing from 6 sprints in week 1 to 12 sprints in week 8. Subjects were randomly allocated to a flat or uphill (6% gradient) training condition (n = 9) and completed 30-m maximal sprint efforts with a 30-second recovery. Performance measures, including squat jump, 30-m sprint speed, and repeated sprint time, all improved significantly (p ≤ 0.05). Squat jump performance improved by 3.84 (d = 0.8) and 3.55 (d = 0.7) in the flat and uphill groups, respectively. Thirty-meter sprint speed improved by 0.06 (d = -0.4) and 0.10 (d = -0.7), and repeated sprint performance also improved, with the fastest of recorded sprints after intervention being 0.06 and 0.04 faster in the flat and uphill groups, respectively. Supplementing a normal hockey training week with SIT can have a positive impact on performance measures in male university hockey players. Furthermore, using an uphill training modality had a small, nonsignificant additional positive effect to some performance adaptations.

Linear Periodization and Non Liner Periodization: Which Is Better?

Choosing the right training method is one of the elements of a coach's success in increasing athlete's performance. This study aims to test the linear periodization training method and the non-linear periodization training method. The method used in this determination is This experimental research used a 2x2 factorial design. The research design takes into account the possibility of a moderating variable affecting the treatment (independent variable) on the outcome (dependent variable). In this study, there are two methods of hockey training, namely the group that exercises using linear periodization and the group that uses non-linear periodization. This research was conducted for 16 meetings with an intensity of 60 minutes per meeting. The subjects studied were UNJ hockey athletes. The results of this study indicate that the non-linear periodization training method is more effective for increasing leg muscle strength.

Use of Rating of Perceived Exertion-Based Training Load in Elite Ice Hockey Training and Match-Play.

Rago, V, Vigh-Larsen, JF, Deylami, K, Muschinsky, A, and Mohr, M. Use of rating of perceived exertion-based training load in elite ice hockey training and match-play. J Strength Cond Res 36(10): 2837-2843, 2022-Training load (TL) based on the subjective rating of perceived exertion (RPE) may be a useful athlete monitoring alternative when wearable technology is unavailable. The aim of this study was to examine the validity of RPE-based TL monitoring in elite ice hockey. A male ice hockey team ( n = 18) was monitored using a 200-Hz accelerometer, heart rate (HR) and RPE (0-10 scale), throughout a 4-week competitive period ( n = 309 individual observations). Session-RPE (RPE × duration) averaged 244.8 ± 135.2 and 728.6 ± 150.9 arbitrary units (AU) during practice sessions and during official games, respectively. The smallest worthwhile change was 19.8 AU. Within-individual correlations between session-RPE and total accelerations >0.5 m·s -2 (Acc tot ), accelerations >2 m·s -2 (Acc2), total decelerations >-0.5 m·s -2 (Dec tot ), decelerations < -2 m·s -2 (Dec2), time > 85% maximum HR, Edwards' TL, and modified training impulse were very large ( r = 0.70-0.89; p < 0.001). In addition, correlations between RPE and measures of exercise intensity (Acc tot per min, Acc2 per min, Dec tot per min, mean HR, and peak HR) were small ( r = 0.02-0.29; p < 0.05) except for Dec2 being unclear ( p = 0.686). Differences in intensity parameters between RPE range (easy to very hard, 2-7 AU) were small ( r = 0.22-0.31; p < 0.05). The session-RPE method can be used as a global indicator of TL in ice hockey. Specific ranges of time-motion and HR intensity variables can be demarcated between RPE categories (easy to very hard; 2-7 AU). Accounting for training volume (session-RPE) more accurately reflects objective methods of TL based on accelerative efforts and HR, than the RPE score (based on the perception of the intensity).

Relationship Between Internal and External Training Load in Field Hockey

Training load monitoring in team sports is important in order to plan and evaluate training strategies and ensure optimal performance. Integration of internal and external training load measures into a single training efficiency metric reduces the effect of confounding variables on training loads. The purpose of this study was to generate a training efficiency metric to evaluate in-season field hockey training. Further, the relationship between players’ perceived wellness the training efficiency metric was determined. Internal (training impulse and session rating of perceived exertion; TRIMP and sRPE) and external (total distance, high-speed distance, acceleration load, high-power distance, metabolic work, mechanical work, and impulse) training load was collected over a 6-week period for 11 male national level field hockey players (21.1 ± 1.2 years, 178.7 ± 8.6 cm, 4.6 ± 6.3 kg). The relationships between internal and external training load were assessed, and two training efficiency models were generated through mixed model analyses using sRPE and TRIMP. Subsequently, the relationships between training efficiency and perceived wellness were examined. The statistical analyses determined that total distance, high-speed distance, high-power distance, and metabolic work (r = 0.311-0.573) were included in the TRIMP training efficiency model. The sRPE training efficiency model included total distance, high-speed distance, high-power distance, metabolic work, and mechanical work (r = 0.329-0.757). Moreover, neither of the training efficiency models were related to daily cumulative wellness scores (TRIMP: r = -0.046; p = 0.336; sRPE: r = -0.034; p = 0.370). The study showed that the sRPE training efficiency model provided a better reflection of in-season field hockey training demands than the TRIMP model. Additionally, practitioners are not advised to adjust training based on acute changes in players’ perceived wellness.

The Influence of WB-EMS-Training on the Performance of Ice Hockey Players of Different Competitive Status.

PurposeThe aim of this study was to examine the influence of long-term whole-body electromyostimulation (WB-EMS) training in addition to standard ice hockey training in the following areas: shot speed, counter-movement-jump (CMJ) height and power, 10 m-sprint, isokinetic maximum force at 60 and 300°/s of the knee extensor muscle and subjective performance. The purpose was further to check, whether competitive status influenced the extent of response to WB-EMS and whether WB-EMS would hypothetically be a suitable method to reduce injury rate.MethodsThirty male amateur ice hockey players participated in this study. They were divided into two cross-over groups (Group A and Group B). EMS sessions were carried out once a week for 12 weeks for each group with a subsequent 4 week EMS pause. The sessions consisted of 20 min electromyostimulation with 150 contractions (4 s duration, 85 Hz). Shot speed of slap shot was measured with Sportradar 1503. Jumping ability was determined with a ground reaction force platform (GRFP). Sprint time for 10 m skate was recorded using an infrared photo sensor. Isokinetic force of the knee extensor muscle was detected with Isomed 2000 at two different angular velocities (60 and 300°/s) and the subjective performance was collected using a questionnaire.ResultsAfter 12 weeks of WB-EMS training jumping power increased significantly for the WB-EMS groups by 5.15%, 10 m skating time decreased significantly by 5%, and maximum isokinetic force at 300°/s increased significantly by 7% (all p < 0.05). In contrast post training shot speed showed no significant change. Isokinetic torque at 60°/s and vertical jump height were collected as secondary variables and showed increases of 5.45 and 15.15%, respectively. After finishing the WB-EMS and continuing the normal training, it was shown that the training effect regressed.ConclusionThis study demonstrated that WB-EMS training significantly decreased 10 m skating time and increased jumping power and maximum isokinetic force at 300°/s. We conclude that with additional WB-EMS training, an increase in performance might also be achieved for athletes in lower leagues. Due to the higher training potential of leisure athletes, the effect is probably even more pronounced than would be expected for competitive athletes.

Physical Demands of NCAA Division I Hockey Training and Competition Using Microtechnology

Physical Demands of NCAA Division I Hockey Training and Competition Using Microtechnology

Relationship between strength, speed and change direction performance in field hockey players

The aim of current study was to investigate the relationship between strength and linear or non-linear sprint performance variables in U19 male field hockey players during the midseason time. Twenty eight players from Sharkia Hockey Club participated in current study with anthropometric data of mean±SD (age=17.57±1.23 years, height=1.71±0.05 meter, body weight=66.05±5.93 kg and body mass index=22.61±1.78 kg/m2). Participants were measured for lower limb strength (vertical height jump, power and standing long jump), liner sprint (sprint over 30meters with different short distance included) and non-linear sprint performance (L running and zigzag measures). The relationships between physical fitness qualities were assessed by Pearson product-moment correlation coefficient. There were a moderate relationship between VJ height and sprint 20m and 30m performances, (r=0.66 and 0.63), respectively. Likewise, similar moderate relationships observed between power and sprint 20m and 30m performances (r=0.62 and 0.61), respectively. In addition, no significant relationships observed with other sprint distances or change of direction measures when correlated to other variables of VJ and power results. The study concluded that, the knowledge of relationships between strength and cyclic or acyclic sprint performances at various distances would allow coaches to structure the field hockey training drills.