Kunci Kunci, Wahyu Indra Bayu, Destriani Destriani

Effectiveness of Dribbling Exercise Variations on Improving the Dribbling Ability of Basketball Players

Introduction

Effectiveness of dribbling exercise variations on improving the dribbling ability of basketball players. Explore the effectiveness of varied dribbling exercises in significantly improving basketball players' dribbling ability, control, agility, and overall on-court performance.

Abstract

Background: The purpose of this study was to analyze the effectiveness of various dribbling exercises in improving the dribbling ability of basketball players. Methods: This study used a one group pretest-post-test design. The population in this study were athletes registered at the Mustangs Academy basketball club Palembang City, totalling 30 male athletes aged 12-17 years. The test instrument used is a sports skills test in the form of a basketball dribble skill test, using the zig-zag dribble test adopted from the Johnson Basketball Test with a validity value of 0.79 and a reliability value of 0.80. The analysis was conducted using a paired sample t-test statistical test which was preceded by a normality and homogeneity test. Results: The results of this study indicate that variations in dribbling training have a significant effect on improving the dribbling ability of basketball players. Based on data analysis using the paired sample t-test at a significance level of 5% (α = 0.05), the p value is 0.023 (p < 0.05). Conclusions: Variations in dribbling exercises play a crucial role in enhancing basketball players' dribbling abilities. Implementing a mix of foundational drills, game-based scenarios, and specialized exercises like two-ball dribbling or blindfolded practices can lead to significant improvements in control, agility, and overall performance on the court. Regular practice combined with structured training programs is essential for developing effective dribbling skills that translate into better gameplay outcomes.

Review

This study investigates the effectiveness of varied dribbling exercises on the dribbling ability of basketball players, a pertinent topic for sports science and coaching practices. Utilizing a one-group pretest-posttest design with 30 male athletes aged 12-17 from a single academy, the research aimed to quantify improvements in dribbling skill. The use of the zig-zag dribble test, with acceptable validity and reliability, provides a standardized measure for assessment. The finding of a statistically significant improvement (p=0.023) after the intervention suggests that incorporating different dribbling exercises can indeed contribute to enhancing players' abilities, reinforcing the common coaching wisdom that varied practice is beneficial. While the study offers a preliminary indication of improvement, there are significant methodological limitations that temper the strength of its conclusions. The one-group pretest-posttest design, lacking a control group, cannot definitively attribute the observed gains solely to the "variations in dribbling exercises." Improvements could potentially be influenced by maturation, general practice, or the Hawthorne effect. Critically, the abstract fails to describe the specific "variations in dribbling exercises" that constituted the intervention. This omission is a major weakness, as it prevents replication, evaluation of the intervention's content, and understanding *which* variations were effective. Furthermore, the conclusions section speculates on specific drills (e.g., two-ball, blindfolded practices) that were not mentioned as part of the study's methodology, creating a disconnect between the reported methods and the detailed recommendations. The relatively small sample size and specific demographic also limit the generalizability of the findings. Despite these limitations, the study points to the potential benefits of varied training in basketball dribbling. To provide more robust evidence, future research should adopt a stronger experimental design, such as a randomized controlled trial, clearly delineate the specific types and protocols of dribbling exercise variations used, and potentially compare different intervention groups. Expanding the sample size and diversity of participants would also enhance generalizability. Nonetheless, this study serves as a foundational step, highlighting the importance of structured and varied practice in skill development, and emphasizes the need for more detailed and controlled investigations into the optimal methods for enhancing basketball dribbling ability.

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