Search Results - Significance
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Effect of away goals rule and VAR on game-related statistics in the UEFA women`s champions league
Stone, J. A., Kubayi, A., Armatas, V.Published in BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation (2026)“…Despite significant debate over UEFA`s decision to abolish the away goals rule in 2021 and introduce the use of Video Assistant Refereeing (VAR), little research has considered its potential effects on team performance. …”
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Determinants of agility across biological maturation status in soccer players
Ito, H., Hirayama, K., Naito, Y., Akama, T.Published in BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation (2025)“…Results: RST time significantly decreased from Pre- to Circa-PHV (p < 0.05, d = - 2.75). …”
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Effects of virtual reality-based cognitive and technical drills on scanning and passing performance in youth football players: a randomized controlled study
Erisik, K., Cerrah, A. O., Cinarli, F. S.Published in BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation (2025)“…No significant effects were observed for multi-touch passes (p > 0.05). …”
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Comparison of the core training and mobility training effects on basketball athletic performance in young players: a comparative experimental study
Amato, A., Cortis, C., Tropea, M., Politi, M., Fusco, A., Musumeci, G.Published in Sports (2025)“…No significant improvements were observed in static balance or flexibility. …”
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Relationship between running demands in friendly match and aerobic-anaerobic field test results in youth soccer players
Isikdemir, E., Köklü, Y., Alemdaroglu, B. U., Asçi, A.Published in BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation (2025)“…Match performance was determined using GPS data, with metrics including total distance covered and distances in different speed zones: walking (0-6.9 km.h-1), low-intensity running (7-12.9 km.h-1), moderate-intensity running (13-17.9 km.h-1), very high-intensity running (18-20.9 km.h-1), sprinting (= 21 km.h-1), and high-intensity actions (= 13 km.h-1). Results Significant positive correlations were observed between YIRT1 results and total match distance (r = .524-.546, p < 0.01), as well as high-intensity actions (r = .490-.518, p < 0.01). …”
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Changes in eccentric hamstring strength and muscle soreness in younger and older male football players following match play
Kepir, E., Owen, J. A., Karatay, G. M., Car, B., Akaras, E., Yildirim, N. U., Yagiz, G.Published in BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation (2025)“…A significant negative association existed between age and eccentric strength changes (R = -0.447, R2 = 0.2, p = 0.007). …”
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Differences in hand grip strength in division I male student-athletes across multiple sports
Catanzano, J., Wang, D., Gibson, M., Mikulis, E., Bellas, V., Englezos, G., Pottorf, O., Melgar, D., Ghigiarelli, J., Sell, K.Published in International Journal of Exercise Science Conference Proceedings (2025)“…Male tennis athletes had significantly lower HG-L than basketball, baseball and lacrosse (p < 0.05). …”
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Factors affecting NBA game performance over the course of a season
Russell, J. L., McLean, B. D., Stolp, S., Strack, D., Coutts, A. J.Published in Journal of Sports Sciences (2025)“…Results showed that defensive performance varied significantly with elevation (p = 0.005), time zone acclimation (p = 0.055) and 5-day load (p = 0.065). …”
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Three-defender versus two-defender systems in football: A comparison of offensive play
Otero-Saborido, F. M., Torreblanca-Martinez, S., Torreblanca-Martinez, V., Nevado-Garrosa, F., Nuñez-Campos, M., González-Jurado, J. A.Published in Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part P: Journal of Sports Engineering and Technology (2025)“…Finally, regarding the variables relating to attack finishing, the values attained significantly higher levels in the 3CB teams in `expected goals` (p = 0.020), `goals scored` (p = 0.030) and `probability of a shot being a goal` (p = 0.046). …”
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Head impacts in non-helmeted sports: Measuring and locating the impact force
Sohail, J., Teixeira-Dias, F., Merriman, S.Published in Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part P: Journal of Sports Engineering and Technology (2025)“…This algorithm has the potential to significantly aid researchers conducting field tests within non-helmeted sports by reducing the time required to analyze and determine head impact locations.…”
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Attacking styles of play in football: a comparison between UEFA Champions League and Copa Libertadores da América
Romero Clavijo, F. A., Amancio Silva, E. H., Flôres, F., Cesar Corrêa, U., Drews, R.Published in International Journal of Performance Analysis in Sport (2025)“…Ball possession indicators were found to be significant in differentiating the ASPs. UCL teams showed a preferred ASP while also employing other styles to diversify their attacking behaviour. …”
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Effects of deadlift vs. back squat as post-activation performance enhancement protocols on vertical jump performance of competitive male basketball players
Chen, L., Lim, J., Thapa, R. K., Heng, S. M. K.Published in Journal of Science in Sport and Exercise (2025)“…However, there was a moderate positive correlation (P=0.008, r=0.604) between relative BS strength and average CMJ height, P but no significant correlation (P>0.05) was found between relative HBD strength and average CMJ height. …”
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Effects of a basketball intervention on female college students' positive body image: chain mediated role of the experience of embodiment and self-compassion
Zhu, H., Wen, Y.Published in Frontiers in Psychology (2025)“…However, the basketball intervention produced significantly more pronounced effects compared to the mixed-activity standard physical education program. …”
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Integrating trunk endurance, dynamic stability, and in-game performance analysis in youth elite basketball players
Gál-Pottyondy, A., Pálya, Z., Trzaskoma, L., Kiss, R. M.Published in BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation (2025)“…However, plank test indicators showed no significant correlations with game-related performance variables, except for bad throws (r = 0.56, p = 0.037), the postural error (PE), a variable reflecting compensatory movement during fatigue in the plank test, correlated with balance indicators (r = 0.63, p = 0.014). …”
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Reduction in reaction time and improved oculomotor function following football-specific vision training in young players
Piva, T., Zerbini, V., Barducco, A., Mancioppi, S., Raisi, A., Vassali, M., Bianchini, G., Laporta, M., Menegatti, E., Grazzi, G., Mazzoni, G., Mandini, S.Published in BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation (2025)“…Generalized linear mixed models (GLMMs) and cumulative link models (CLMMs) were used for statistical analysis. Results Significant improvements were observed in VMRT for upper-limb tasks (p < 0.001), while lower-limb reaction times showed no significant change. …”
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Strength asymmetries and their impact on landing dynamics during countermovement jump and drop jump tests in professional female basketball players
Acar, N. E., Umutlu, G., Gencer, Y. G., Güven, E., Tasman, G. A.Published in BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation (2025)“…Conclusion The findings highlight the significant role of lower limb and trunk muscle strength in optimizing landing mechanics and reducing injury risks in female basketball players. …”
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Physical fitness among elite female football and handball players: A comparative analysis
Stankovic, M., Ðordevic, S., Rancic, D., Antonijevic, M., Katanic, B., Jelaska, G., Govindasamy, K., Ardelean, V. P., Jelaska, I.Published in Journal of Human Sport & Exercise (2026)“…The results revealed significant differences in body composition, with handball players being taller (173.6 ± 4.7 cm vs. 165.7 ± 4.7 cm, p = .00) and heavier (69.7 ± 10.9 kg vs. 60.9 ± 8.0 kg, p = .00), while football players had a higher percentage of muscle mass (42.9 ± 3.4% vs. 32.2 ± 2.7%, p = .00) and lower body fat (22.4 ± 6.1% vs. 27.6 ± 6.0%, p = .01). …”
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Comparison of anthropometric and performance characteristics in elite male football and handball players
Karadenizli, Z. I., Ilbak, I., Bartik, P.Published in Journal of Human Sport & Exercise (2026)“…No significant differences were found in other performance variables (p > .05). …”
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Collaborative learning effects on tactical communication skills and movement-pattern recognition in handball: A randomized controlled trial
Snoussia, H., Dergaaa, I., Ghouilic, H., Ceyland, H. I., Stefanicae, V., Muntean, R.-I., Hawania, A., Abdellaouia, S., Guelmamic, N., Khalifaa, R., Abderrahman, A. B.Published in Acta Kinesiologica (2025)“…Time×group interactions were significant for all measures (P< .05). Conclusions: The development of tactical communication skills in handball can be improved by learning together with peers. …”
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The effect of continuous vs. intermittent protocols during small-sided games in soccer on physiological, physical, technical and tactical performance
Rumpf, M. C., Jäger, J., Lochmann, M.Published in Frontiers in Sports and Active Living (2025)“…The technical performances of players in the two different regimes showed also significant differences. The CSSG reported lower technical engagement (decreased ball involvement, number of dribbling and interceptions). …”