THE EFFECTIVENESS OF BALANCE TRAINING PROGRAM TOWARDS THE FOOT MOVEMENT ERROR AMONG NETBALL PLAYERS

Abstract

Background: Physical Balance is vital in netball because it impacts the foot movements, which consider as a fault play in this game. This study aims to evaluate the Balance Training Program's effectiveness on the level of balance and foot movement errors among netball players in Rompin District. Methods: This true Experimental study using the pre-and post-test method was conducted among 42 netball players below 12 years old from two primary schools. Researchers selected 42 players and randomly divided them into two groups, the control group (n = 21) and the treatment group (n = 21). The data collected using a dynamic balance test instrument to assess the level of body balancing. Foot movement fault measured through friendly games. Results: The results showed a significant difference in the balance between the control group and the treatment group after the intervention. The independent t-test analysis showed that the treatment group reached a high balance level and could reduce errors in foot movements (M = 93.29, SP = 4.256). The t value (32.514) = 20, p = .000, p <0.5 compared to the control group. The balance training program has a significant impact on reducing netball players’ foot movement errors. Conclusion: Balance Training Program will enhance basic fitness such as agility, quick reaction, and especially the balance component among netball players. The stability while playing netball will reduce foot movement errors among netball players to perform well and enhance their game performance.

Keywords

• Netball, balance, training, foot movement, effectiveness, landing & stability.