Abstract:

The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of basic futsal training applied for 10 weeks on the strength and agility characteristics of male individuals in middle adolescence. Forty male volunteers aged 14-16 participated in the study (Experiment, mean avg: 15.3; n=20 – Control, mean avg: 14.9; n=20). The research period was planned as 10 weeks and 3 days a week. While futsal training was applied to the experimental group for 60 minutes for 3 days a week, the control group did not participate in any sports training program. Tests and measurements were carried out to evaluate the strength and agility characteristics of the participants before and after the training. Shapiro-Wilk values were examined in order to determine whether the data showed a normal distribution and it was determined that the data showed a normal distribution. Paired sample t-test was used to compare the pretest and posttest data of the experimental group, and independent sample t-test was used to determine the differences between the posttests of the experimental and control groups. According to the findings, significant differences were found between the pre-post test values of the experimental group in the T test, Hexagon test, standing long jump, medicine ball throwing, right and left hand grip strength, 30 sec push-ups and 30 sec sit-ups. In addition, high values were determined in favor of the experimental group in all parameters between the post-tests of the experimental and control groups. As a result, it has been determined that basic futsal training has positive effects on strength and agility characteristics of male individuals in middle adolescence.