The approach towards the ball, rather than the physical characteristics of the kicker, limits accurate rugby place kicking range

Atack, Alexandra; Trewartha, Grant; Bezodis, Neil E.

doi:10.1080/02640414.2021.1976494

Journal of Sports Sciences

2021

DOI: 10.1080/02640414.2021.1976494

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The approach towards the ball, rather than the physical characteristics of the kicker, limits accurate rugby place kicking range

Alexandra Atack

Grant Trewartha

Neil E. Bezodis

Abstract: https://research.stmarys.ac.uk/ TITLEThe approach towards the ball, rather than the physical characteristics of the kicker, limits accurate rugby place kicking range

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The Role of Upper Body Motions in Stationary Ball-Kicking Motion: A Systematic Review

Chen,

Peek,

Sanders

et al. 2024

J. of SCI. IN SPORT AND EXERCISE

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A ball-kicking motion requires a coordinated sequencing of all body segments for maximum ball release speed. Evidence of the role of upper body rotations and motor coordination during a ball-kicking motion is inconsistent among existing evidence. This study aimed to systematically review the role of upper body rotations on all modes of ball kicking and performance metrics. A comprehensive search of seven electronic databases from the inception was conducted. Studies reporting on the relationships between upper body rotation, and ball-kicking performance were included. From 1486 potentially relevant studies, we analysed 27 studies involving 457 participants. These studies encompassed instep soccer kicks (n = 21), inside-of-the-foot soccer kicks (n = 1), rugby place kicks (n = 4) with a stationary ball, and a volley kick (n = 1). Methodological quality assessment was performed using Standard Quality Assessment Criteria. Our results provide moderate evidence that increasing thoracolumbar rotations along the longitudinal axis and the transverse plane can enhance ball-releasing velocity through a "whip-like effect" based on the kinetic link principle. However, to gain a comprehensive understanding, further research is needed to explore the effects of timing and the ranges of motion of all relevant upper and lower body segments on ball release velocity and its potential influence on ball release accuracy. The current coaching manuals do not emphasise the significance of upper body rotation, indicating a pressing requirement for revisions in training guidelines to enhance ball-kicking performance.

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The Role of Upper Body Motions in Stationary Ball-Kicking Motion: A Systematic Review

Chen,

Peek,

Sanders

et al. 2024

J. of SCI. IN SPORT AND EXERCISE

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The approach towards the ball, rather than the physical characteristics of the kicker, limits accurate rugby place kicking range

Abstract: https://research.stmarys.ac.uk/ TITLEThe approach towards the ball, rather than the physical characteristics of the kicker, limits accurate rugby place kicking range

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References 38 publications

The Role of Upper Body Motions in Stationary Ball-Kicking Motion: A Systematic Review

The Role of Upper Body Motions in Stationary Ball-Kicking Motion: A Systematic Review

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