The effect of special exercises in developing the accuracy of performing some basic volleyball skills for young players

Abstract

          The research aims to identify the effect of special exercises in developing the accuracy of performing some basic volleyball skills for young players, and to identify the differences between the experimental and control groups in developing the accuracy of performing some basic volleyball skills for young players. The researcher used the experimental method by designing two equivalent groups (experimental and control) with pre- and post-testing. The research community of volleyball players identified the junior category with ages (14-16) years in the specialized volleyball school in Babil Governorate, numbering (30) players for the season (2024-2025). (6) players were selected for the survey sample, and (24) players were selected for the main sample, divided equally into two groups: experimental and control, each group includes (12) players. The pre- and post-measurements of the basic volleyball skills were made, which are (sending, receiving, sending, and preparing). The two measurements included the application of special exercises in (12) training units for a period of (4) weeks, at a rate of (3) units per week. The special exercises were included in the training plan prepared by the trainer and in the main section only, with a time of (60) minutes It has been developed in a manner appropriate to the trainer's plan, taking into account the progression of exercises from easy to difficult, as well as its suitability to the goal of the training plan. The research came out with a set of conclusions, including that special exercises have a positive effect in developing the accuracy of performing skills (sending, receiving serves, preparation) in volleyball for young players.