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JOURNAL SPORT AREA
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Sport Area publishes research journals and critical analysis studies in the areas of Sport Education, Sports Coaching and Sports Science. The theme of the paper covers: Learning Physical Education and Sport, Sport Pedagogy, Sports Sociology, Sport Psychology, Sports Coaching, Sports Science, Sports Management, Sports Biomechanics, Health Sports, Sports Philosophy, Sports Industry, and Sports Physiology.
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An exploration of the correlation between stress and blood glucose levels in athletes: Strategies for maintaining peak performance Haryanto; Saputra, Adhe; Muzaffar, Ahmad
Journal Sport Area Vol 9 No 1 (2024): April
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25299/sportarea.2024.vol9(1).14526

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Background Problems: Stress can cause a person to experience an accumulated risk of increased cholesterol and negatively impact performance in the field, as indicated by a decrease in blood glucose levels. Research Objectives: This research aims to identify the relationship between stress and blood glucose levels to find solutions for athletes to maintain glucose levels when competing. Methods: The research method was cross-sectional with an observational study approach. Glucose levels were assessed using an Accu-Chek device, while anxiety levels were assessed using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS) questionnaire. The research subjects were 130 Provincial Training Camp (PELATPROV) athletes with an average age of 25.01 ± 5.15 years old, a weight of 64.15 ± 7.93 kg, a height of 171.21 ± 5.88 cm, and a BMI of 21.98 ± 3.71 kg/m2. Findings and Results: The results indicated significant differences in stress (0.001 < 0.05) and blood glucose levels (0.001 < 0.05) between the two groups. The pre-PON athlete group dominated the increase in stress and decrease in blood glucose levels compared to the non-Pre-PON group. Thus, this research has provided evidence of a correlation between stress levels and decreased blood glucose levels. Conclusion: Psychological and physiological aspects were proven to have an inevitable correlation. Athletes and coaches must communicate more deeply about the expected treatment during the preparation period, during and after the match, to understand each other’s needs to achieve performance. Therefore, athletes’ performance can be maintained well during competition and training.
Exploring the impact of targeted overhand serve practice intervention: An approach to improve volleyball players' overhand serving skills Mardila, Ade Vina; Victorian, Ahmad Richard; Destriana; Destriani
Journal Sport Area Vol 9 No 1 (2024): April
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25299/sportarea.2024.vol9(1).14551

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Background Problems: The precision of serves in volleyball plays a crucial role in shaping the outcome of a match, potentially altering the game's dynamics, scoring points, and elevating the overall team performance. Research Objectives: This study was conducted to assess the impact of targeted overhand serve drill exercises on overhand serve accuracy. Methods: This study employed a quasi-experimental approach, utilizing a one-group pretest-posttest design, with 30 volleyball extracurricular participants engaging in targeted overhand service drill exercises over 6 weeks. Data were collected using the AAHPER overhand serve accuracy test, followed by analysis through a paired-sample t-test to assess the effectiveness of the training and determine if there were any differences in outcomes between the two groups, with a significance level set at 5%. Before conducting parametric tests, data normality is examined using the Shapiro-Wilk test, and homogeneity is assessed using Levene's test. Findings and Results: In summary, the finding of this study showed that targeted overhand serve drill exercises have a positive effect on enhancing the accuracy of overhand serves in volleyball extracurricular participants. Conclusion: In addition, this intervention can be a valuable training method and reference for designing training programs aims at improving overhand serve accuracy in volleyball matches. Future research should implement stricter controls throughout the experimental process.
Acute effect of functional exercise through the use of battle rope on skeletal muscles of tennis court student-athletes Mahmuddin; Prima, Asep; Siahaan, David; Ardilla, Rafika
Journal Sport Area Vol 9 No 2 (2024): August
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25299/sportarea.2024.vol9(2).14658

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Background Problems: There has not been much research on how exercise strategies affect muscle soreness and activation patterns. Research Objectives: This study examines the acute effects of rope-based functional training on muscle group pain response in student athletes at the Faculty of Sport Science, Universitas Negeri Medan tennis court. Methods: An experimental method and a pre-post-test time series design were used for analysis. Seven samples were selected using purposive sampling. All participants engaged in a warm-up, a central phase of rope training with a maximum of three sets per exercise, ten hand swing repetitions, a one-minute break between sets, and a cooling phase. Three 100-mm VAS and painometer data collection sessions were conducted. At a 0.05 significance level, the research data was examined using one-way ANOVA for normal data and Friedman for aberrant data. Both studies used SPSS 16.0. Findings and Results: The trial demonstrated that rope training induces soreness in all working muscles. However, no muscle group exhibited discomfort above 50 mm. Conclusion: In order to optimally activate muscles, determine exercise doses and blood lactate levels in relation to muscle discomfort, it is necessary to understand how battle rope training reduces muscular soreness and improves muscle activation in student-athletes on the tennis court. This understanding can inform the development of personalised training programmes and injury prevention techniques.
Innovation in physical testing equipment for karate junior kumite category Manullang, Jujur Gunawan; Aliriad, Hilmy; Purba, Pangondian Hotliber; Da'i, Mohamad
Journal Sport Area Vol 9 No 1 (2024): April
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25299/sportarea.2024.vol9(1).14696

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Background Problems: The lack of instruments suited to the unique needs of karate athletes in the junior Kumite category poses a significant challenge. Research Objectives: This study aims to develop a physical testing tool specifically designed to measure the physical abilities of junior athletes in the Kumite category. Methods:  The research method used developmental research to test the effectiveness of the product in the form of a karate physical test instrument. The data analysis was obtained from the results of interviews, observations, field notes, and describes the percentage of success of the trial product both in terms of process and research results starting from the planning, implementation, reflection, evaluation stages in the form of psychomotor, affective, cognitive data, and physical test results. Furthermore, the data from the physical test results were analysed using SPSS version 23 statistical techniques to identify the relationship between physical test results and performance in Kumite. Findings and Results: The results of this study indicated that the newly developed physical test instrument can provide a more specific measurement of the physical abilities of junior karate athletes in the Kumite category. In addition, the results also provided greater insight into the physical factors that influence performance in Kumite matches. By providing a more effective tool and increasing the understanding of the relationship between physical attributes and competitive performance. Conclusion: The implication of this study is that a scientific approach using physical measures provides a valuable contribution to the development of a selection system and the coaching of junior karate athletes. Thus, this study makes an important contribution to the development of the performance of junior karate athletes and improves the efficiency of their selection and coaching processes.
Unveiling technology’s integral role in pencak silat: A systematic literature review Sinulingga, Albadi; Kasih, Indra; Hasibuan, Sanusi; Daulay, Dicky Edwar; Abdullah, Nagoor Meera
Journal Sport Area Vol 9 No 1 (2024): April
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25299/sportarea.2024.vol9(1).14700

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Background Problems: Over the past decade, research on technology in Pencak Silat has grown rapidly. However, the literature review on this topic was very limited. Research Objectives: The purpose of this paper is to conduct an in-depth systematic literature review on the role of technology in the development of Pencak Silat. Methods: Two databases (Scopus and Web of Science) were used to select articles containing information on this topic. The search was conducted following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. After the exclusion criteria, only 14 articles were categorised. Findings and Results: Results from the analysed literature showed the positive impact of various technologies on the learning of Pencak Silat and improvements in training and sporting events. The application of technologies such as interactive multimedia, Android applications, augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR) has been shown to improve students' understanding and achievement in understanding the basic and complex movements of Pencak Silat. Likewise, in the world of sports, technologies such as RFID, fuzzy logic, the Internet of Things (IoT), 3D motion capture, sensors, and VR have changed the way training and scoring in Pencak Silat matches were conducted. Conclusion: Technology has played a key role in improving Pencak Silat education and the sport of Pencak Silat. It has brought significant changes in the way movements are understood, training is conducted, and judgement is made. With wise use, technology continues to open up opportunities to better understand Pencak Silat and improve the quality of learning and competition.
The use of tennis racket media among SEA Games athletes in Cambodia: How does it affect receiving sepak takraw? Hakim, Abdul Aziz; Saifullah, Ronny; Pelana, Ramdan; Hanafi, Moh.; Yanti, Novi
Journal Sport Area Vol 9 No 1 (2024): April
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25299/sportarea.2024.vol9(1).14712

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Background Problems: Receiving the first ball is a problem for national sepak takraw athletes at the 2023 Cambodia Sea Games, where the reception technique is in the bad category. Research Objectives: This study aims to determine the effect of using tennis racket media on SEA Games athletes in Cambodia on improving sepak takraw reception skills. Methods: This study used quantitative methods with a one-group pretest and posttest. Random sampling was used to select Cambodian SEA Games sepak takraw athletes as research subjects. The population in this study were men’s sepak takraw athletes from the 2023 Cambodia Sea Games national training, with the sample used totaling 12 athletes taken randomly. Findings and Results: The results showed that the use of tennis racket media had a significant effect on increasing acceptance of sepak takraw games. Athletes who follow the training programme with tennis racket media experience a consistent increase in their ability to receive the ball.  Conclusion: These results indicate that the use of this additional training tool can be an effective strategy for improving the performance of sepak takraw athletes. The study makes some significant contributions to understanding the use of racket media in the training of sepak takraw athletes. Further research and wider experimentation can help deepen the understanding of the potential use of tennis racket media in sports training.
The accuracy of shooting petanque iron balls: Effectiveness of resistance band training Rasyono; Yanto, Anggel Hardi
Journal Sport Area Vol 9 No 2 (2024): August
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25299/sportarea.2024.vol9(2).14733

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Background Problems: There is an integration of strategy, calmness, and accuracy in petanque. Various training forms focus on several parts of the arm muscles to increase the stability of the arm muscles and the ability to throw the ball on target, however, no one has developed a training method that can enhance both accuracy and muscular strength. Research Objectives: This research aims to determine the effect of resistance band exercises on shooting accuracy in petanque athletes. Methods: This research employed a quasi-experimental method with a pretest-posttest approach and a control group design. The research subjects were divided into two groups (experimental and control) and given different treatments. The total number of research subjects consisted of 40 athletes with an average age of 21.43  ± 2.48, a weight 56.07  ± 2.33, a height 170.41  ± 5.12, and a BMI 19.86  ± 2.56. Data analysis was tested using a one-way ANOVA to compare the two groups. Findings and Results: The research results indicated that resistance band exercises for 16 weeks had a positive and statistically significant impact on increasing shooting accuracy in the experimental group compared to the control group in petanque athletes. Thus, this research has provided evidence and recommendations for athletes and coaches that specific recommendations to improve throwing accuracy in petanque must be added with the contribution of strength training with resistance bands. Conclusion: The combination of resistance bands with other forms of accuracy training is also recommended for further research so that options for implementing strength training related to throwing accuracy become more varied to help improve petanque performance. This study can be used as a starting point for training variations that are documented in the literature, which can help coaches and athletes develop skills-related fitness components for the purpose of improving shooting accuracy capabilities in petanque.
Enhancing goalkeeper reaction speed in football: The impact of ball launcher training in physical training methods Supriadi, Amir; Mesnan; Azandi, Filli; Destya, Muhammad Reza; Farooque, S M
Journal Sport Area Vol 8 No 3 (2023): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25299/sportarea.2023.vol8(3).14758

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The football goalkeeper position arguably represents a unique role in team sports. This research aimed to increase the reaction speed of football goalkeepers using a ball launcher. The research method was experimental using a one-group pretest-posttest design. The research was conducted by applying reaction speed training using a ball launcher to measure and found out the results of the data obtained by researchers using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software. The research sample consisted of 20 students of the Department of Sports Coaching Education at Universitas Negeri Medan who specialised as football goalkeepers. The instrument used in data collection techniques was the Nelson Foot Reaction. The data analysis technique used was a t-test with a significance level of 0.05. The research results concluded that there was a significant effect of training using a ball launcher on the reaction speed of the goalkeeper. The results can be used as a basis for developing more effective and innovative training methods in the sport of football. In addition, the findings can provide guidance for coaches and researchers in developing relevant and efficient training methods. This study also opens the door for further research to explore the impact of reaction speed in actual match situations, which may yield further insights into the development of quality goalkeeping athletes.
The trend and evolution of training in volleyball: A bibliometric analysis of the last five years Saharullah; Siregar, Faris Zhafran; Nur, Abidah; Hermawan, Iwan; Medeiros, Alexandre Igor Araripe
Journal Sport Area Vol 9 No 1 (2024): April
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25299/sportarea.2024.vol9(1).14781

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Background Problems: The main focus on improving the performance of volleyball players and teams is through training that covers various aspects. Research Objectives: This study aims to analyse and explain trends and developments in the scientific literature regarding volleyball training over the past five years while identifying the most frequently featured training concepts, methods, and techniques in bibliometric studies in the field over the same period. Methods: Publication records between 2019 and 2023 were extracted from Scopus and the Web of Science, after which the bibliographic data set was administered using ScientoPy and VOSviewer. A term search was conducted with the keywords “training” OR “exercise” OR “practice” AND “volleyball”. Findings and Results: Results showed a total of 1.105 papers were published over the past five years, with 2022 recording the highest number of articles. The International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health was the most prolific source, with 45 papers, and Clemente, F. M., was the most published author. The United States was the leading contributor in this research domain with 137 papers. The most frequently highlighted training concepts, methods, and techniques in this topic included vertical jumps, biomechanics, body composition, muscle strength, power, endurance training, injury prevention, agility, balance, and countermovement jumps. Conclusion: The results of this study emphasise the importance of developing training-related knowledge in volleyball. For future research contributions and recommendations, some things that can be taken into consideration are increased interdisciplinary studies, more applied research, use of technology in training, focus on health and injury prevention, comparative studies between countries, and research related to youth training in volleyball. This research provided a strong foundation for further development in understanding and optimising the training of volleyball players in the future.
Enhancement of basic tennis technical skills: Game and drill training methods of male athletes reviewed by age group Putri, Alifia Ramadhina; Sugiyanto; Riyadi, Slamet
Journal Sport Area Vol 9 No 2 (2024): August
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25299/sportarea.2024.vol9(2).14865

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Background Problems: The lack of variety in exercises applied by coaches makes players feel bored, so they must be given training variations by looking at training methods that significantly improve basic tennis technique skills between game training methods and drills. Research Objectives: This study aims to determine differences in the effect of game and drill training methods on improving basic tennis technical skills based on the age groups of 10-12 years and 13-15 years. Methods: In this context, the method used was experimental research with a 2x2 factorial design. The sample consisted of 24 male athletes in Lampung who were separated into 4 groups. Findings and Results: (i) There are differences in the effect of game practice and drill methods on improving basic tennis technique skills. (ii) There is a difference in improving basic tennis technique skills between the age groups of 10-12 years and 13-15 years. (iii) There is an influence of interaction between training methods and age groups on improving basic tennis technique skills. Conclusion: The age group 10-12 years is more appropriate if given the game training method, and the age group 13-15 years is more appropriate if given the practice training method. The findings of this study provide an important contribution by highlighting the importance of both applied training methods for basic tennis technique. This training method is also adapted for age-based characteristics. Therefore, the recommendation to use game and drill training methods as part of tennis training can help athletes cope with intense playing conditions. Based on the analysis above, the novelty of the research developed by the researcher was two exercise methods compared, two age groups that were sampled, and research instruments using International Tennis Number (ITN) On Court Assessment. Researchers used game and drill training methods that could affect the sample after treatment. Different from previous research, the sample used was male athletes aged 10-15 years.