Search Results - Research Highlights

Andronikos, G., Westbury, T., Souglis, A., Travlos, A., Martindale, R. J. “…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. …”

Rebelo, A., Lum, D., Ripley, N., Comfort, P.

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. “…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. …”

Roca, A., Pocock, C., Ford, P. R. “…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. …”

Oliveira, J. P., Marinho, D. A., Jacinto, P., Sampaio, T., Morais, J. E. “…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. …”

Conceição-Santos, D. F., Takito, M. Y., Franchini, E. “…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.…”

Gonçalves, G., Neta, P., Ribeiro, J., Guimaraes, E. “…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.…”

Kovác, K., Holienka, M., Matušica, M., Babic, M., Skala, F., Perácková, J. “…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. …”

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, S “…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. …”

Žuvela, F., Cikotic, L., Jelaska, I. “…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. …”

Wild, S., Owen, C., Jones, B., McCormack, S., Heyward, O., Scantlebury, S., Rotheram, D., McCarthy, N., Till, K. “…Player profiling can aid talent identification and development by highlighting strengths and weaknesses, and evaluating training interventions. …”

González-Fernández, F. T., Martínez-Aranda, L. M., Sanz-Matesanz, M., Quiñones-Rodríguez, Y., Castillo-Rodríguez, A. “…Data collection was conducted by research team staff without interfering with established training plans. …”

Guo, W., Rittisom, S., Watchayakarn, K. “…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. …”

Kovác, K., Holienka, M., Matušica, M., Babic, M., Skala, F., Perácková, J. “…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. …”

Grznár, L., Labudová, J., Púzser, K., Odráška, L. “…These results are consistent with previous research suggesting that controlled hypoxic training enhances physiological adaptations, including improved oxygen utilization and respiratory efficiency. …”

Cahill, G., MacNamara, A. “…Through semistructured interviews conducted across a competitive season, the research provides a longitudinal perspective on the dynamic and evolving nature of parental involvement. …”

Michel-Kröhler, A., Berti, S. “…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…”

Heiestad, H., Myklebust, G., Bahr, R., Moseid, C. H. “…Methods The development process, guided by the Translating Research into Injury Prevention Practice framework, involved extensive collaboration with school leaders, coaches and athletes. …”

Barraclough, J., Grecic, D., Harper, D. “…The review also highlights limited research investigating assessment and development in academy environments. …”

Passacantando, E., Marinelli, S., La Greca, S., Farina, F., Cariati, I., Cifelli, P., Di Giminiani, R. “…Future research should explore the neural mechanisms underlying these asymmetries.…”