Responsiveness and Relationships of Shooting Performance to On-Ice Physical Performance Tests

The aim of this investigation was to quantify the acute effects of the execution of the physical performance tests within the ice hockey-specific complex test (IHCT) on shooting performance. Thirty-four professional male ice hockey players with an average of 6.9 years of playing experience were recruited. The slap shot (SS) was found to accelerate the puck with a higher speed and greater precision. After the IHCT, the maximum puck speed of successful goal shots decreased considerably (p < 0.001, d > 1.5). The puck speed percentage decrement after the IHCT did not differ between the SS (6.1, SD = 4.4, −5.5–17.9) and the wrist shot (WS, 6.0, SD = 3.5, −0.9–12.2, p = 0.86, d = 0.03). The magnitude of puck speed reduction in the WS was inversely related to the functional heart rate reserve (r = −0.44, p = 0.02) and the blood lactate elimination rate (r = −0.43, p < 0.02). The linear and COD speed tests on-ice resulted in a higher amount of successful goal shots. These findings highlight the interaction of intense on-ice testing and goal-shooting performance.

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Comparison of Physical Performance Characteristics of Female and Male Ice Hockey Players

Pediatric Exercise Science ◽

10.1123/pes.13.1.26 ◽

2001 ◽

Vol 13 (1) ◽

pp. 26-34 ◽

Cited By ~ 6

Author(s):

Michael R. Bracko ◽

Gilbert W. Fellingham

Keyword(s):

Lean Body Mass ◽

Physical Performance ◽

Body Mass ◽

Body Fat ◽

Demographic Data ◽

Vertical Jump ◽

Anaerobic Power ◽

Ice Hockey ◽

Performance Characteristics ◽

Hockey Players

Fifty-four female and 77 male hockey players ranging in age from 10–15 years volunteered for this study. Demographic data included: age (AGE) and years of playing experience (YPE). Off-ice tests included: height (HGT), body mass (BM), lean body mass (LBM), predicted body fat % (FAT%), 40-yard dash (40YD), vertical jump (VJ), push-ups/min (PUPS), sit-ups/min (SUPS), and sit-and-reach flexibility (S&R). On-ice performance skating tests included: acceleration (ACC), agility (AGL), and speed (SPD). On-ice anaerobic power (AnPow) was calculated using the formula of Watson and Sargeant (IS). Generally speaking, the females and males in this study had similar results in office fitness. The males consistently out-performed the females in the on-ice tests. It would be difficult for females to compete with or against same-aged males based on the fact that males are superior skaters.

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Morphological, Physiological and Skating Performance Profiles of Male Age-Group Elite Ice Hockey Players

Journal of Human Kinetics ◽

10.1515/hukin-2017-0085 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 58 (1) ◽

pp. 87-97 ◽

Cited By ~ 5

Author(s):

Maxime Allisse ◽

Pierre Sercia ◽

Alain-Steve Comtois ◽

Mario Leone

Keyword(s):

Repeated Measures ◽

Reference Population ◽

Ice Hockey ◽

Assessment Tools ◽

Training Methods ◽

Performance Tests ◽

Age Group ◽

Physiological Variables ◽

Hockey Players ◽

Performance Profiles

AbstractThe purpose of this study was to describe the evolution of morphological, physiological and skating performance profiles of elite age-group ice hockey players based on repeated measures spread over one season. In addition, the results of fitness tests and training programs performed in off-ice conditions and their relationship with skating performance were analyzed. Eighteen high level age-group ice hockey players (13.1 ± 0.6 years) were assessed off and on-ice at the beginning and at the end of the hockey season. A third evaluation was also conducted at the beginning of the following hockey season. The players were taller, heavier, and showed bone breadths and muscle girths above the reference population of the same age. Muscular variables improved significantly during and between the two hockey seasons (p < 0.05). However, maximal aerobic power improved only during the off-season. All skating performance tests exhibited significant enhancements during the hockey season, but not during the off-season where some degradation was observed. Finally, weak observed variances (generally <20% of the explained variance) between physiological variables measured off-ice and on-ice skating performance tests indicated important gaps, both in the choice of the off-ice assessment tools as well as in training methods conventionally used. The reflection on the best way to assess and train hockey players certainly deserves to be continued.

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Comparison Of Off-ice And On-ice Performance Tests In Collegiate Ice Hockey Players

Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise ◽

10.1249/01.mss.0000677988.50555.e8 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 52 (7S) ◽

pp. 384-384

Author(s):

Jonathan Hamil ◽

Ashley Triplett ◽

Michael Vorkapich ◽

James Pivarnik

Keyword(s):

Ice Hockey ◽

Performance Tests ◽

Hockey Players

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PHYSICAL PERFORMANCE AND SKELETAL MUSCLE CHARACTERISTICS OF 12 YEAR OLD ICE HOCKEY PLAYERS

Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise ◽

10.1249/00005768-199505001-00779 ◽

1995 ◽

Vol 27 (Supplement) ◽

pp. S139

Author(s):

T. Perič ◽

C. W. Zauner ◽

J. Heller ◽

J. A. Melichna ◽

L. Havlícková ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Skeletal Muscle ◽

Physical Performance ◽

Ice Hockey ◽

Hockey Players

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Relationship between Ice Hockey-Specific Complex Test (IHCT) and Match Performance

Applied Sciences ◽

10.3390/app11073080 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 11 (7) ◽

pp. 3080

Author(s):

René Schwesig ◽

Kevin G. Laudner ◽

Karl-Stefan Delank ◽

Richard Brill ◽

Stephan Schulze

Keyword(s):

Test Performance ◽

Training Programs ◽

Ice Hockey ◽

Performance Parameters ◽

Performance Score ◽

Hockey Player ◽

Specific Complex ◽

Complex Test ◽

Effectiveness Of Training ◽

The Individual

This prospective study aimed to validate the IHCT using a match performance score (MPS). Seventeen 3rd league male professional ice hockey field players (mean ± SD; age: 28.0 ± 6.95 years; 10 forwards, 7 defenders) completed the IHCT and were observed in the subsequent competitive match period. Match performance data were collected over 2 months (number of matches: 13-15). Based on these evaluated matches, the MPS consisting of goals, assists, penalty time, plus-minus, and number of matches was calculated for each player. The IHCT contains load parameters (e.g., 10 m and 30 m skate times, transition/weave agility times with and without a puck, slap and wrist shot puck velocities on goal) and stress parameters (e.g., lactate, heart rate). The 30 m sprint skate without puck (r2 = 0.41) and the maximum wrist shot velocity before test (r2 = 0.36) were the test performance parameters with the highest relevance for match performance. The velocity of shots on goal (SOG) displayed the highest correlation for any on-ice performance parameter (30 m sprint without puck: r = 0.76). These results provide evidence of the validity of the IHCT and the usefulness of the MPS to quantify match performance. Obviously, sprint and shot velocities are important parameters to be a successful ice hockey player. Based on these findings, IHCT and MPS are valuable assessments for coaches to evaluate the individual match performance and the effectiveness of training programs. Further research is needed to extend the scope of the IHCT and MPS for 1st and 2nd league players and for a stronger differentiation between forwards and defenders.

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Reliability of an ice hockey-specific complex test

Sportverletzung · Sportschaden ◽

10.1055/a-0648-8874 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 32 (03) ◽

pp. 196-203 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

René Schwesig ◽

Andreas Lauenroth ◽

Stephan Schulze ◽

Kevin Laudner ◽

Thomas Bartels ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Heart Rate Recovery ◽

Reliability And Validity ◽

Ice Hockey ◽

Intrarater Reliability ◽

Rater Reliability ◽

Training Interventions ◽

Specific Complex ◽

Complex Test ◽

Effectiveness Of Training ◽

Stress Parameters

Abstract Background This study assessed the intra-rater reliability of an ice hockey-specific complex test (IHCT) that reflects the intense multidirectional and intermittent efforts required in ice hockey. Methods Twenty professional players executed the IHCT twice over an interval of 2 days. Load parameters included a 10-m sprint, a 30-m transition with and without a puck, as well as slap and wrist shots. Stress parameters were lactate concentrations and heart rates. Results The intrarater reliability (ICC) ranged from 0.54 to 0.98 for load parameters, and from 0.26 to 0.87 for stress parameters. 33 % (3/9) of stress parameters and 82 % (18/22) of load parameters had an ICC > 0.75. The largest limits of agreement were 41.6 for slap shot 1 after test and 50.4 for 6-min heart rate recovery. The smallest were 0.40 (10-m sprint without a puck) and 5.36 (resting lactate). The intra-rater reliability as shown by the coefficient of variation (CV) was lower for stress than for load parameters (mean CV: 13.4 vs. 4.7). 68 % (15/22) of load parameters and 11 % (1/9) of stress parameters showed a CV below 5 %. Conclusion The IHCT is currently the only ice hockey-specific complex test with scientifically tested reliability and validity that can analyze performance under conditions similar to competition. It is suggested that coaches, fitness coaches and sports scientists explore use of this test as a valid tool to assess players’ performance and the effectiveness of training interventions.

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Electrostimulation Training Effects on the Physical Performance of Ice Hockey Players

Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise ◽

10.1249/01.mss.0000155396.51293.9f ◽

2005 ◽

Vol 37 (3) ◽

pp. 455-460 ◽

Cited By ~ 52

Author(s):

FRANCK BROCHERIE ◽

NICOLAS BABAULT ◽

GILLES COMETTI ◽

NICOLA MAFFIULETTI ◽

JEAN-CLAUDE CHATARD

Keyword(s):

Physical Performance ◽

Ice Hockey ◽

Training Effects ◽

Hockey Players

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Reference Data by Player Position for an Ice Hockey-Specific Complex Test

Applied Sciences ◽

10.3390/app11010280 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 11 (1) ◽

pp. 280

Author(s):

Stephan Schulze ◽

Kevin G. Laudner ◽

Karl-Stefan Delank ◽

Richard Brill ◽

René Schwesig

Keyword(s):

Heart Rate ◽

Reference Data ◽

Ice Hockey ◽

Training Period ◽

Specific Reference ◽

Average Performance ◽

Specific Complex ◽

Complex Test ◽

Standard Deviations ◽

Player Performance

The aim of this study was to investigate position-specific (forwards, defenders) reference data for a scientifically evaluated (validity, reliability) ice hockey-specific complex test (IHCT). One hundred and four 3rd league professional ice hockey field players (mean ± standard deviations (SD); age: 26.4 ± 5.62 years) volunteered for the investigation. Players were categorized as forwards (n = 64) and defenders (n = 40). Data from the IHCT were collected over six seasons from three 3rd league teams. The IHCT included parameters for load (e.g., 10 m and 30 m skate times, transition and weave agility times with and without a puck, slap and wrist shots on goal) and stress (e.g., lactate, heart rate). The only significant (p < 0.002) difference between forwards and defenders for performance were found for weave agility with puck (p < 0.001). Forwards showed a higher average performance in this parameter than defenders. Differences were also found in weave agility without a puck (p = 0.008), 30 m backward sprinting without puck (p = 0.012) and goals after test (p = 0.030). This study provides position-specific reference data for a valid and reliable ice hockey-specific complex test for the 3rd league. These results may be used by coaches to judge player performance based on position (forwards vs. defenders). Moreover, coaches may use these data to evaluate the effectiveness of the most recent training period. Further research should extend this database to 1st and 2nd league players in order to enhance the scope of the test.

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