The effect of specific exercises based on visual scanning on handling accuracy in under-17 football players

Abstract

This research aims to enhance specific exercises Grounded in visual scanning and to identify their effect on enhancing the passing accuracy of under-17 football players. The researcher used an experimental design with two groups: an experimental group and a control group, and conducted pre- and post-tests. The research sample Comprised of 25 under-17 players from the Baghdad Municipality Club, selected purposively and divided into two equivalent groups. The experimental group underwent exercises based on visual scanning, while the control group continued with traditional training. The researcher used pre-developed tests to measure passing Precision based on visual scanning, and the data were statistically analyzed using a paired-samples t-test. The findings showed statistically significant differences in favor of the experimental group in all research variables, demonstrating the effectiveness of the proposed exercises in improving passing accuracy. The researcher infers that incorporating visual scanning exercises into training programs effectively contributes to enhancing the skill performance of young players. The researcher    emphasizes the importance of adopting these exercises within training curricula and conducting similar studies on different age groups and training levels.