Comparison of service tactic formation on players' movements and point outcome between national and beginner level padel.

ABSTRACT: The aim of this study was to analyze the influence of service tactic formation on players' movements and point outcome at two different performance levels. The sample contained 2,148 points corresponding to 18 matches from two male padel indoor tournaments. Players were classified according to their game level: high-level (N = 36; age = 33.3 ± 6.9 years) and beginner (N = 36; age = 35.4 ± 6.8 years). Variables pertaining to service tactic formation (conventional or Australian), point outcome and movement patterns were analysed from the matches through systematic observation. The results showed how high-level players used a significantly higher percentage of the Australian formation than beginners. Also, high-level players won a significantly higher percentage of points than recreational pl

SUBMITTER: Ramon-Llin J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8550361 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature