The Effect of Repetitive and Small Sided Games Method to Improve Speed Quality of Soccer Player U17

Abstract

Objective: The research aims to compare two training programs to improve speed, the first using the small sided games method, and the second using the repetitive training method during the competition stage for the U17 football cubs category.

Methodology: The research sample included 30 players from the U17 amateur team, who were divided into two groups, each of which included 15 players. The 30-meter test was used to measure translational speed and the 5x10-meter shuttle running test was used to measure the player’s coordination speed.

Results: The results showed that the program used in small sided games has a positive effect in improving the various elements of speed, translational speed, and coordination.

Conclusion: The method of small sided games contributes more to the development of speed if it is good to determine the appropriate training loads, by controlling the conditions for the success of this method in terms of form, playing space, encouragement of the coach, and the number of touches of the ball.