Reliability of an ice hockey-specific complex test

Schwesig, René; Lauenroth, Andreas; Schulze, Stephan; Laudner, Kevin G.; Bartels, Thomas; Delank, K.-S.; Reinhardt, Lars; Kurz, Eduard; Hermassi, Souhail

doi:10.1055/a-0648-8874

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“…The order of the different tasks had no influence on the intrarater reliability of the tasks and parameters. Schwesig et al [17] found no differences for the last skating tasks (weave agility without and with the puck). Only the 10 m backward sprint without a puck displayed a markedly reduced reliability (ICC = 0.54, coefficient of variation (CV) = 9.2%).…”

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“…Only the 10 m backward sprint without a puck displayed a markedly reduced reliability (ICC = 0.54, coefficient of variation (CV) = 9.2%). Reliability was slightly reduced for three parameters (10 m sprint with puck, slap shot 3 before test, slap shot 1 after test) (ICC: 0.60-0.73; CV: 5.0-8.3%) [17]. All players were assessed on the same day, and the tests were performed in the same order.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…The preparation of the test (nutrition, warm-up, instructions) was standardized and has already been published [10,17].…”

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“…Reliability analysis displayed a high intrarater reliability (intraclass correlation coefficients (ICC) > 0.75) for 82% (18/22) of the measured loading parameters [17]. For the load parameters, the SEM ranged from 0.06 (10 m sprint without a puck) to 6.5 (slap shot 1 after test) and the corresponding values for the stress parameters ranged from 0.74 (resting lactate) to 8.7 (heart rate recovery minute 6) [17].…”

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confidence: 98%

“…The intermittent characteristics of a hockey match, including typical movement patterns and playing durations, required during a game, were previously considered in order to create an ice hockey-specific complex test (IHCT) [10,17]. The validity of the IHCT revealed high determination coefficients with regards to match performance for changes of direction (transition agility test, weave agility test) and shooting a puck under fatigue (wrist shot).…”

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Reference Data by Player Position for an Ice Hockey-Specific Complex Test

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The aim of this study was to investigate position-specific (forwards, defenders) reference data for a scientifically evaluated (validity, reliability) ice hockey-specific complex test (IHCT). One hundred and four 3rd league professional ice hockey field players (mean ± standard deviations (SD); age: 26.4 ± 5.62 years) volunteered for the investigation. Players were categorized as forwards (n = 64) and defenders (n = 40). Data from the IHCT were collected over six seasons from three 3rd league teams. The IHCT included parameters for load (e.g., 10 m and 30 m skate times, transition and weave agility times with and without a puck, slap and wrist shots on goal) and stress (e.g., lactate, heart rate). The only significant (p < 0.002) difference between forwards and defenders for performance were found for weave agility with puck (p < 0.001). Forwards showed a higher average performance in this parameter than defenders. Differences were also found in weave agility without a puck (p = 0.008), 30 m backward sprinting without puck (p = 0.012) and goals after test (p = 0.030). This study provides position-specific reference data for a valid and reliable ice hockey-specific complex test for the 3rd league. These results may be used by coaches to judge player performance based on position (forwards vs. defenders). Moreover, coaches may use these data to evaluate the effectiveness of the most recent training period. Further research should extend this database to 1st and 2nd league players in order to enhance the scope of the test.

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confidence: 94%

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confidence: 99%

“…The preparation of the test (nutrition, warm-up, instructions) was standardized and has already been published [10,17].…”

Section: Study Design and Methodologymentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 98%

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confidence: 99%

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Impact of Innovative Ice Hockey Training Methodology on the Improvement Process

Krumov

2023

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The main goal of this study is to apply and experiment a methodology for improving tactical training in ice hockey. For the proper conduct of the research and data comparison, two groups- experimental and control one, consisting of twenty children - eight to twelve age ranges, were formed. The research was conducted in 2018-2019 at the ice rink in the Winter Palace of Sports. Measurements including forward sprint 36m, forward sprint 9x6, slalom sprint, and sprint x8 were conducted. The results showed that the improvement in all specialized test indicators of the experimental group was obvious. The research and analysis of innovative training methodology in ice hockey techniques have proven positive changes in young players because it measured their performance before and after implementing the new techniques. The data collected showed improvement in various aspects such as speed, accuracy, and overall performance in game-like situations. Additionally, the specific and task-oriented training approach allowed players to learn and internalize the skills in a more efficient manner, resulting in faster development and improvement. Based on our data, we found that the created innovative training methodology in ice hockey technique offers a significant improvement in the process of motor actions refinement and tactical construction of dynamic situations.

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Lower Limb Skeletal Robustness Determines the Change of Directional Speed Performance in Youth Ice Hockey

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Roczniok

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Journal of Human Kinetics

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The factors that influence the on-ice change of directional speed (COD) of ice hockey players remain unclear. Therefore, this study aimed to determine which off-ice and anthropometric variables determine hockey COD with and without a puck. Thirty-two elite ice hockey players (age: 17.64 ± 1.02 years, body height: 180 ± 7.5 cm, body mass: 76.4 ± 7.8 kg) performed squat jumps, broad jumps, countermovement jumps, and pull-ups and were assessed on agility office and on-ice, with and without a puck. Anthropometric characteristics were determined according to the modified somatotype method. A moderate correlation (r = 0.59–0.6) was observed among all agility tests, between on-ice agility with a puck and lower limb skeletal robustness (r = 0.45), and between on-ice agility with a puck and sit-and-reach scores (r = -0.50). Agility without a puck correlated with squat jump height (r = -0.36). Multiple regression analysis indicated that off-ice agility (β = 0.51) and skeletal robustness of the lower limbs (β = 0.35) determined (R2 = 0.41) on-ice agility with a puck. Players’ COD was assessed by Illinois tests of agility off-ice and on-ice, with and without a puck; each of these tests moderately predicted the others, but differed in their physical constraints. Players with higher skeletal robustness used more strength and power to achieve COD performance, while players with lower skeletal robustness used techniques and skills to achieve COD, resulting in superior COD performance with a puck compared to stronger athletes. CODs with and without a puck are discrete skills requiring different abilities.

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Reliability of an ice hockey-specific complex test

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References 27 publications

Reference Data by Player Position for an Ice Hockey-Specific Complex Test

Reference Data by Player Position for an Ice Hockey-Specific Complex Test

Impact of Innovative Ice Hockey Training Methodology on the Improvement Process

Lower Limb Skeletal Robustness Determines the Change of Directional Speed Performance in Youth Ice Hockey

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