THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE PENTAGRAM STRATEGY IN DEVELOPING SOME COMPLEX FOOTBALL SKILLS FOR STUDENTS
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https://doi.org/10.61841/x539jc32Keywords:
Effectiveness, pentagram,, strategy, football.Abstract
This research aims to identify the effectiveness of the pentagram strategy in developing certain complex football skills among students of the Faculty of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, given the importance of these skills in improving the quality of technical performance and decision-making during various lesson situations. The researcher used the experimental method with a pre-test/post-test design, as it is the most suitable approach for studying the impact of educational and training programs in academic settings. The research sample consisted of a group of students enrolled in a football course, selected purposively according to specific criteria related to physical readiness and commitment to participation. The researcher used a set of standardized complex skill tests, such as dribbling followed by passing, receiving followed by shooting, and ball control linked to decision-making. Performance was recorded using precise measurement tools and video analysis methods. A training program based on the Pentagram strategy was developed, comprising 14 learning units focused on five main pillars: motor perception, innovation, problem-solving, diversifying skill alternatives, and self-feedback. The program was implemented over several weeks, with continuous monitoring of student performance and progress. Post-test results showed statistically significant differences favoring the post-test scores in all complex skills, indicating the effectiveness of the Pentagram strategy in improving students' technical performance and skill integration. Effect size indicators also demonstrated that the program had a significant and noticeable impact on skill development. The research concluded that the Pentagram strategy is an effective approach for teaching complex football skills within the academic setting, and the researcher recommends its adoption in practical lesson curricula due to the stimulating learning environment it provides for creativity, problem-solving, and the development of motor performance.
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