Suchergebnisse - Research Highlights
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Examining a successful high-performance triathlon environment from the coaching team perspective (Untersuchung einer erfolgreichen Hochleistungs-Triathlonumgebung aus Sicht des Trainerteams)
Andronikos, G., Westbury, T., Souglis, A., Travlos, A., Martindale, R. J.Veröffentlicht in International Sport Coaching Journal (2026)“… This research aims to investigate an environment designed by a head coach with a track record of both highly successful talent development and world-class performance outcomes in the sport of triathlon. …”
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Evaluating the relationship between single-leg isometric squat and single-leg countermovement jump performance in elite and world-class artistic roller skaters (Bewertung des Zusammenhangs zwischen einbeinigen isometrischen Kniebeugen und einbeinigen Countermovement Jumps bei Elite- und Weltklasse-Rollkunstläufern)
Rebelo, A., Lum, D., Ripley, N., Comfort, P.Veröffentlicht in The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research (2026) -
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A cross-sectional assessment of nutritional knowledge gaps and feasibility of digital intervention among adolescents soccer players in Tunisian elite club (Eine Querschnittsuntersuchung zu Wissenslücken im Bereich Ernährung und zur Durchführbarkeit digitaler Interventionen bei jugendlichen Fußballspielern in tunesischen Spitzenvereinen )
Layouni, S., Ksibi, S., Ach, T., Elmtaoua, S., Ceylan, H. I., Ghali, H., Tiss, B., Ajili, M. A., Jemni, S., Muntean, R. I., Dergaa, I.Veröffentlicht in Nutrients (2025)“… Background: Adolescence represents a critical period for growth and athletic development, yet young athletes frequently demonstrate significant gaps in nutritional knowledge that can impair performance and long-term health outcomes. Limited research exists on comprehensive nutrition education interventions for adolescent soccer players in North African populations. …”
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Exploring decision-making practices during coaching sessions in grassroots youth soccer: a mixed-methods study (Untersuchung von Entscheidungsfindungsprozessen während Trainingseinheiten im Jugendfußball: eine Studie mit gemischten Methoden)
Roca, A., Pocock, C., Ford, P. R.Veröffentlicht in Science and Medicine in Football (2025)“… Decision-making ability in players during match-play is mostly acquired through practice activities with the same underlying structure as competition. However, researchers have not fully investigated how coaches design practice sessions at the participation level of the sport (i.e. …”
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Characterization of physical performance and change of direction deficit across age groups in young female volleyball players (Charakterisierung der körperlichen Leistungsfähigkeit und des Defizits bei Richtungswechseln in verschiedenen Altersgruppen bei jungen Volleyballspielerinnen)
Oliveira, J. P., Marinho, D. A., Jacinto, P., Sampaio, T., Morais, J. E.Veröffentlicht in BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation (2025)“… Background Volleyball performance relies heavily on agility, strength, and the ability to change direction, yet there is limited research investigating these physical attributes across different age groups in youth volleyball players. …”
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Does early success in cadet and junior world championships extend elite judo careers? (Verlängert ein früher Erfolg bei Kadetten- und Junioren-Weltmeisterschaften die Karriere von Elite-Judokas?)
Conceição-Santos, D. F., Takito, M. Y., Franchini, E.Veröffentlicht in Perceptual and Motor Skills (2025)“… These insights indicate the need for tailored athlete development programs that address physical, psychological, and social dimensions, as well as further research to understand the mechanisms supporting career longevity and inform policies aimed at sustaining elite judo athletes. …”
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Internal and external loads during formal training and competition, physical capacities, and technical skills in youth basketball: a comparison between starters and rotation player... (Interne und externe Belastungen während des formalen Trainings und Wettkampfs, körperliche Fähigkeiten und technische Fertigkeiten im Jugendbasketball: Ein Vergleich zwischen Startspielern und Rotationsspielern)
Gonçalves, G., Neta, P., Ribeiro, J., Guimaraes, E.Veröffentlicht in Journal of Human Kinetics (2025)“… Finally, it is suggested that future research includes larger sample sizes to provide a more comprehensive understanding of both internal and external loads in youth basketball. …”
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Reaction speed and attention of elite youth soccer goalkeepers: Do cognition and reaction influence each other? (Reaktionsgeschwindigkeit und Aufmerksamkeit von Jugendfußballtorhütern: Beeinflussen sich Kognition und Reaktion gegenseitig?)
Kovác, K., Holienka, M., Matušica, M., Babic, M., Skala, F., Perácková, J.Veröffentlicht in Journal of Physical Education and Sport (2025)“… Problem Statement: Do cognition and reaction influence each other? Purpose: This research examined the level of cognitive performance and the interconnection with the disjunctive reaction speed in elite youth soccer goalkeepers. …”
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Female athletes' knowledge of biopsychosocial puberty-related topics in sports. What is missing? (Das Wissen von Sportlerinnen über biopsychosoziale Themen der Pubertät im Sport. Was fehlt noch?)
Radovan, F., Solstad, B. E., Kjær, J. B., Melin, A., Ausland, Å., Bjärsholm, D., Ivarsson, A., Torstveit, M. K., Laxdal, A., Augustsson, S. R., Linner, SVeröffentlicht in Frontiers in Sports and Active Living (2025)“… Knowledge and social support can, however, help athletes navigate the biopsychosocial (BPS) puberty-related changes associated with this period. Yet, research on female athletes' knowledge about BPS puberty-related topics is lacking. …”
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Playing position as a predictor of strength and endurance among U-19 soccer players (Die Spielposition als Indikator für Kraft und Ausdauer bei U-19-Fußballspielern)
Žuvela, F., Cikotic, L., Jelaska, I.Veröffentlicht in Acta Kinesiologica (2025)“… Purpose: The main goal of this research was to determine differences in strength and endurance between attack, midfield, and defense lines in young soccer players. …”
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Multidimensional profiling of rugby league players: a systematic scoping review and expert Delphi consensus (Multidimensionale Profilierung von Rugby-League-Spielern: Eine systematische Scoping-Übersicht und ein Experten-Delphi-Konsens)
Wild, S., Owen, C., Jones, B., McCormack, S., Heyward, O., Scantlebury, S., Rotheram, D., McCarthy, N., Till, K.Veröffentlicht in PLOS ONE (2025)“… Player profiling can aid talent identification and development by highlighting strengths and weaknesses, and evaluating training interventions. …”
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Impact of four-match congestion on the well-being of under-16 male soccer players (Auswirkungen von vier aufeinanderfolgenden Spielen auf das Wohlbefinden von Fußballspielern unter 16 Jahren)
González-Fernández, F. T., Martínez-Aranda, L. M., Sanz-Matesanz, M., Quiñones-Rodríguez, Y., Castillo-Rodríguez, A.Veröffentlicht in Sports (2025)“… Data collection was conducted by research team staff without interfering with established training plans. …”
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Effect of imagery training on skeet shooting accuracy of high school students in the People`s Republic of China (Auswirkung eines Imaginationstrainings auf die Treffsicherheit von Gymnasiasten in der Volksrepublik China beim Skeetschießen)
Guo, W., Rittisom, S., Watchayakarn, K.Veröffentlicht in International Journal of Sociologies and Anthropologies Science Reviews (2025)“… Materials and Methods: This research employed a quasi-experimental design. The study population consisted of 65 high school students, from whom 36 participants were selected and divided into two groups: an experimental group and a control group, with 18 students in each. …”
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Reaction speed and attention of elite youth soccer goalkeepers: Do cognition and reaction influence each other? (Reaktionsgeschwindigkeit und Aufmerksamkeit von Jugendfußballtorhütern: Beeinflussen sich Kognition und Reaktion gegenseitig?)
Kovác, K., Holienka, M., Matušica, M., Babic, M., Skala, F., Perácková, J.Veröffentlicht in Journal of Physical Education and Sport (2025)“… Problem Statement: Do cognition and reaction influence each other? Purpose: This research examined the level of cognitive performance and the interconnection with the disjunctive reaction speed in elite youth soccer goalkeepers. …”
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The effects of high-intensity hypoxic training on 50m freestyle swimming performance (Die Auswirkungen von hochintensivem Hypoxietraining auf die Leistung beim 50-Meter-Freistilschwimmen)
Grznár, L., Labudová, J., Púzser, K., Odráška, L.Veröffentlicht in Journal of Physical Education and Sport (2025)“… These results are consistent with previous research suggesting that controlled hypoxic training enhances physiological adaptations, including improved oxygen utilization and respiratory efficiency. …”
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Beyond the courts: a qualitative exploration of the evolving role of parents in supporting high-potential tennis players (Jenseits der Tennisplätze: Eine qualitative Untersuchung der sich wandelnden Rolle der Eltern bei der Unterstützung von Tennisspielern mit hohem Potenzial)
Cahill, G., MacNamara, A.Veröffentlicht in The Sport Psychologist (2025)“… Through semistructured interviews conducted across a competitive season, the research provides a longitudinal perspective on the dynamic and evolving nature of parental involvement. …”
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Experimental induction of state rumination in youth soccer players on the pitch: how can we evaluate an effect of rumination on soccer-specific performance? (Experimentelle Induktion von Grübeln bei Nachwuchsfußballspielern auf dem Spielfeld: Wie lässt sich ein Einfluss des Grübelns auf fußballspezifische Leistung bewerten?)
Michel-Kröhler, A., Berti, S.Veröffentlicht in European Journal of Sport Science (2025)“… Reasons for the lack of clear effects and approaches for future research are discussed. Highlights - This proof-of-concept study transferred an experimental setting from the laboratory into a sport-specific performance context to test whether rumination (i.e., repetitive intrusive thinking) affects athletic performance …”
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Making, not breaking the young, aspiring athlete: the development of Prep to be PRO (Nærmere Best) - a Norwegian school-based educational programme (Junge, aufstrebende Sportler fördern statt brechen: Die Entwicklung von "Prep to be PRO" (Nærmere Best) - einem norwegischen schulbasierten Bildungsprogramm)
Heiestad, H., Myklebust, G., Bahr, R., Moseid, C. H.Veröffentlicht in BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine (2025)“… Methods The development process, guided by the Translating Research into Injury Prevention Practice framework, involved extensive collaboration with school leaders, coaches and athletes. …”
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The assessment and development of psychosocial skills and characteristics on the male youth football (soccer) academy development pathway: a narrative review (Bewertung und Entwicklung psychosozialer Fähigkeiten und Eigenschaften auf dem Entwicklungsweg der männlichen Jugendfußballakademie: ein narrativer Überblick)
Barraclough, J., Grecic, D., Harper, D.Veröffentlicht in International Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology (2025)“… The review also highlights limited research investigating assessment and development in academy environments. …”
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Drop vertical jump performance and asymmetries in young rhythmic gymnasts (Sprungleistung beim Drop Vertical Jump und Asymmetrien bei jungen rhythmischen Gymnastinnen)
Passacantando, E., Marinelli, S., La Greca, S., Farina, F., Cariati, I., Cifelli, P., Di Giminiani, R.Veröffentlicht in Sports Biomechanics (2025)“… Future research should explore the neural mechanisms underlying these asymmetries. …”