The Effect of Motor Response Exercises Combined with Immediate Feedback on Developing Motor Anticipation and Accuracy of Some Basic Skills in 16-18 Year Old Football Players

Abstract

This study aims to identify the effect of motor response exercises combined with immediate feedback on developing motor anticipation and accuracy of some basic skills in 16-18 year old football players. The researcher used an experimental design with two groups, experimental and control, with pre- and post-testing. The research sample consisted of 24 players purposively selected from Wasit Sports Club in Wasit Governorate. The results showed a significant improvement in all variables in the experimental group, while the improvement in the control group was limited and not statistically significant. The researcher recommends including this type of exercise in the regular training programs of teams Football played within the Qatari club league.