Reduction in reaction time and improved oculomotor function following football-specific vision training in young players.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Visuomotor skills play a critical role in football performance, supporting players' ability to perceive, decide, and act effectively in dynamic environments. Although Sport Vision Training (SVT) has shown potential to improve visual and perceptual-motor abilities, the evidence remains mixed and limited by methodological variability. Cost and accessibility also represent practical challenges. This study evaluates the impact of an 8-week field-based SVT protocol on visuomotor reaction time (VMRT) and oculomotor function in young recreational football players.

Methods

A total of 35 football players (Under-12 and Under-13) participated in this quasi-experimental study. Participants underwent baseline orthoptic evaluations to ensure normal visual function. VMRT was ass

SUBMITTER: Piva T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12532858 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature