THE IMPACT OF TRAINING METHODS AND ENDURANCE ON DEVELOPING BASIC FOOTBALL TECHNICAL SKILLS IN EXTRACURRICULAR FOOTBALL PROGRAMS

Abstract

Background Problems: Extracurricular sports activities, particularly football, play a vital role in the holistic development of students, impacting their physical, mental, and social well-being. Despite its significance, challenges persist in optimizing football achievements at the school level, as evidenced by observations at State Junior High School 2 Sungai Penuh, where suboptimal performance in regional tournaments was noted due to deficiencies in basic technical abilities and endurance among players. Research Objective: This study aims to investigates the effects of training methods and endurance on the basic football technique abilities of passing control and dribbling among students participating in extracurricular football activities, focusing on State Junior High School 2 Sungai Penuh. Methods: A quasi-experimental research design with a 2x2 treatment by level design was employed, utilizing small-sided games and drill training methods, with endurance as a moderator variable. Data collection involved various tests including dribbling, passing control, and the Yo-Yo Intermittent Recovery Test. Statistical analysis, was conducted using SPSS software version 26, including ANOVA and Tukey tests. Finding/Result: The study revealed significant differences in basic football technique abilities based on the training methods employed. Small-sided games were found to be more effective than drills in enhancing passing-control and dribbling skills. Furthermore, an interaction effect was observed between training methods and endurance, emphasizing the importance of considering players' physical condition in training programs. Conclusion: In conclusion, small-sided game training methods, coupled with increased endurance, proved to be more effective in improving basic football technique skills among State Junior High School 2 Sungai Penuh players. Coaches should tailor training programs to suit players' characteristics and endurance levels, emphasizing discipline, nutrition, and structured coaching for optimal results. Future research should explore additional variables and expand the scope of the study while addressing existing limitations