Impact of the small sided games training method on the anaerobic endurance of U-17 soccer players

Abstract

This study aims to determine the effect of the small side games training method on the anaerobic endurance of soccer players aged U-17. The design used in this study is an experimental method. This experimental study used the small side games training method as the independent variable, and anaerobic endurance as the dependent variable. The population in this study were Seyegan United players in the age group of 15-17 years, totaling 32 players. To determine the sample to be studied, the researcher used a purposive sampling technique, namely a sampling technique with certain considerations. The research sample was measured using a 30 meter running test which aimed to find players who had good speed, and obtained 15 players who had good speed. The results of this study showed that the small side games training method had an effect on anaerobic endurance, as evidenced by the anaerobic endurance data obtained by t count (9.595) ≥ t table (2.144). Recent research is needed to develop small side games training methods to be more varied, innovative and creative in order to develop the achievements of young players in the sport of football. The development of small side games training methods to increase anaerobic endurance can be in the form of the number of players, the size of the field, the intensity of the exercise, and the duration of the exercise.