The Epidemiology of Soccer Heading in Competitive Youth Players

2009 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 15-33 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christine M. Salinas ◽  
Frank M. Webbe ◽  
Trent T. Devore
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Observational Data ◽  
Risk Behaviors ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Youth Soccer ◽  
Central Florida ◽  
Adolescents And Adults ◽  
Soccer Teams ◽  
Soccer Heading

We administered neurocognitive batteries to 49 youth soccer athletes (9–15 yr), who were selected from competitive soccer teams in Central Florida. We collected observational data on soccer heading, self-reported soccer heading, as well as demographics, including school, medical, and soccer history. Both the frequency and intensity of heading the ball in soccer was low in comparison with adolescents and adults. In our sample, the vast majority of soccer headings were of low to moderate intensity and direct (i.e., the incoming flight of the ball was perpendicular to the forehead). Age significantly correlated with frequent heading. Parents were reliable observers of their children’s soccer heading behavior and other at-risk behaviors during games. The majority of soccer headings were direct rather than flicks. Almost half of our participants reported headache and one-fourth reported dizziness after instances of heading the ball. Frequency of soccer heading was not related to neuropsychological score data.

scholarly journals The Effects of a Long-Term Physical Activity Intervention on Serum Uric Acid in Older Adults at Risk for Physical Disability

2014 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 25-33 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kristen M. Beavers ◽  
Fang-Chi Hsu ◽  
Monica C. Serra ◽  
Veronica Yank ◽  
Marco Pahor ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Older Adults ◽  
At Risk ◽  
Uric Acid ◽  
Health Education ◽  
Serum Uric Acid ◽  
Physical Disability ◽  
Moderate Intensity ◽  
Education Intervention ◽  
Health Education Intervention

Observational studies show a relationship between elevated serum uric acid (UA) and better physical performance and muscle function. The purpose of this paper was to determine whether regular participation in an exercise intervention, known to improve physical functioning, would result in increased serum UA. For this study, 424 older adults at risk for physical disability were randomized to participate in either a 12-mo moderate-intensity physical activity (PA) or a successful aging (SA) health education intervention. UA was measured at baseline, 6, and 12 mo (n= 368, 341, and 332, respectively). Baseline UA levels were 6.03 ± 1.52 mg/dl and 5.94 ± 1.55 mg/dl in the PA and SA groups, respectively. The adjusted mean UA at month 12 was 4.8% (0.24 mg/dl) higher in the PA compared with the SA group (p= .028). Compared with a health education intervention, a 1-yr PA intervention results in a modest increase in systemic concentration of UA in older adults at risk for mobility disability.

Tactical skills of world-class youth soccer teams

2009 ◽  
Vol 27 (8) ◽  
pp. 807-812 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rianne Kannekens ◽  
Marije T. Elferink-Gemser ◽  
Chris Visscher
Keyword(s):  
Youth Soccer ◽  
Soccer Teams ◽  
World Class ◽  
Class Youth

scholarly journals Selected Cognitive Abilities in Elite Youth Soccer Players

2015 ◽  
Vol 49 (1) ◽  
pp. 267-276 ◽  
Author(s):  
Veronika Baláková ◽  
Petr Boschek ◽  
Lucie Skalíková
Keyword(s):  
Cognitive Abilities ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Test System ◽  
Soccer Players ◽  
Youth Soccer ◽  
Soccer Teams ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Raven's Standard Progressive Matrices ◽  
Year 2000 ◽  
The Relationship

Abstract The identification of talent in soccer is critical to various programs. Although many research findings have been presented, there have been only a few attempts to assess their validity. The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between talent and achievement variables in the Vienna Test System. The participants were 91 Czech soccer players, representing four youth soccer teams, who were born in the year 2000. These boys were divided into two groups according to their coaches’ assessments using a TALENT questionnaire. A two-factor model (component 1: “kinetic finesse”; component 2: “mental strength”) was designed to interpret the responses of the coaches on the questionnaire. The Vienna Test System was used to determine the level of players’ cognitive abilities. In total, the subjects performed seven tests in the following order: Raven’s Standard Progressive Matrices (SPM), a reaction test (RT), a determination test (DT), a visual pursuit test (LVT), a Corsi Block-Tapping Test (CORSI), a time/movement anticipation test (ZBA), and a peripheral perception test (PP). To analyze the relationship between talent and achievement variables within the Vienna Test System, correlation analyses were performed. The results revealed that the talented group attained significantly better results on only 1 of the 16 variables, which was ZBA2: movement anticipation - deviation of movement median (r = .217, p = .019). A comparison of the two talent components showed that component 1 (“kinetic finesse”) was a more significant factor than component 2 (“mental strength”). Although we observed statistically significant correlations, their actual significance remains questionable; thus, further research is required.

scholarly journals “An Eye for Talent”: Talent Identification and the “Practical Sense” of Top-Level Soccer Coaches

2009 ◽  
Vol 26 (3) ◽  
pp. 365-382 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mette Krogh Christensen
Keyword(s):  
Visual Experience ◽  
Process Analysis ◽  
Talent Identification ◽  
Youth Soccer ◽  
Soccer Teams ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Practical Sense

The purpose of this study is to explore how top-level soccer coaches identify talent. I draw on Bourdieu’s work to challenge a commonly held assumption that talent identification is a rational or objective process. Analysis of in-depth interviews with eight coaches of national youth soccer teams indicated these coaches identified talent in three ways. First, coaches use their practical sense and their visual experience to recognize patterns of movement among the players. Second, the coaches’ classificatory schemes are characterized by their preference for so-called “autotelic” players, that is, players that, from the coaches’ perspective, exhibit a potential to learn, practice, and improve. Third, the study shows that talent, of which the coaches act as arbiters of taste, is socially configured in top-level soccer.

scholarly journals Effects of the mediterranean lifestyle program on multiple risk behaviors and psychosocial outcomes among women at risk for heart disease

2005 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
pp. 128-137 ◽  
Author(s):  
Deborah J. Toobert ◽  
Lisa A. Strycker ◽  
Russell E. Glasgow ◽  
Manuel Barrera ◽  
Karyn Angell
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Heart Disease ◽  
Risk Behaviors ◽  
Psychosocial Outcomes ◽  
Lifestyle Program ◽  
The Mediterranean ◽  
Multiple Risk

scholarly journals An Evaluation of Heart Rate Variability in Female Youth Soccer Players Following Soccer Heading: A Pilot Study

Sports ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (11) ◽  
pp. 229 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexandra B. Harriss ◽  
Kolten Abbott ◽  
Kurt Kimpinski ◽  
Jeffrey D. Holmes ◽  
Andrew M. Johnson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heart Rate ◽  
Heart Rate Variability ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Autonomic Function ◽  
Low Frequency ◽  
Neurological Impairment ◽  
Youth Soccer ◽  
Head Impacts ◽  
Frequency Domains ◽  
Soccer Heading

Most head impacts in soccer occur from purposeful heading; however, the link between heading and neurological impairment is unknown. Previous work suggests concussion may result in an uncoupling between the autonomic nervous system and cardiovascular system. Accordingly, heart rate variability (HRV) may be a sensitive measure to provide meaningful information regarding repetitive heading in soccer. The purpose of this pilot study assesses the feasibility of measuring HRV to evaluate autonomic function following soccer heading. Sixteen youth female participants underwent heart rate monitoring during a heading and footing condition. Participants completed a five minute resting supine trial at the start and end of each testing session. Standard 450 g soccer balls were projected at 6 m/s towards participants. Participants performed five headers, for the header condition, and five footers for the footer condition. The HRV for resting supine trials, pre- and post-header and footer conditions were assessed for both time and frequency domains. HRV effect sizes were small when comparing conditions, except absolute low frequency (d = 0.61) and standard deviation of the normal-normal (NN) intervals (d = 0.63). Participant retention and adherence were high, without adverse events. Findings suggest HRV is a feasible measure for evaluating the effects of heading on autonomic function.

Substance Use among Women at Risk for HIV Infection

1992 ◽  
Vol 22 (2) ◽  
pp. 131-146 ◽  
Author(s):  
K. G. Wambach ◽  
Joseph B. Byers ◽  
Dianne F. Harrison ◽  
Philippa Levine ◽  
Allen W. Imershein ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Substance Use ◽  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Risk Behaviors ◽  
Hiv Risk ◽  
Culturally Diverse ◽  
Hiv Risk Behaviors ◽  
South Florida ◽  
Increased Risk

This article reports results from a survey of culturally diverse women at risk for HIV infection in south Florida. Data concerning their substance use and its association with HIV risk behaviors are presented. Results indicate levels of consumption which exceed expectations based on general estimates of female substance use. Further, substance use was associated with specific behaviors and lifestyles which placed the women at increased risk for HIV infection.

Communicating about Youth’s Sun Exposure Risk to Soccer Coaches and Parents: A Pilot Study in Georgia

1999 ◽  
Vol 26 (3) ◽  
pp. 385-395 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roxanne Parrott ◽  
Ashley Duggan ◽  
Jeff Cremo ◽  
Alan Eckles ◽  
Karyn Jones ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Role Models ◽  
Sun Exposure ◽  
Sun Protection ◽  
Recreational Sports ◽  
Willingness To Participate ◽  
Protective Behaviors ◽  
Exposure Risk ◽  
Positive Role ◽  
Youth Soccer ◽  
Soccer Teams

Efforts to increase the sun-protective behaviors of children were extended to outdoor recreational sports and youth soccer settings in this study. The pretest results of a pilot survey of coaches ( n= 12), parents ( n= 50), and youths ( n= 61) on eight soccer teams in south Georgia were used to guide the development of a health education program for coaches. In the pilot program, half the coaches were trained to be involved in soccer-playing youths’ sun protection by acting as positive role models and promoting sun protection to youths and their parents. The pilot demonstrated coaches’ willingness to participate in sun protection promotion to youth: Youths indicated that coaches and parents were more likely to tell youths to wear sunscreen after the training than before, and coaches perceived getting youths to wear sunscreen to be less difficult than before.

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