Abstract
The purpose of this paper was to provide a comparison between the two finals of the elite cadet and junior table tennis players. The 2013 Asian singles cadet and junior final matches were notated live and video recorded for further post-analysis. Junior players demonstrated a more variable serve placement strategy and favored the more aggressive topspin cross table return deep into the oppositions forehand. Work rate time was marginally greater per game in the junior finals (cadet vs. junior; 3.1s ± 1.7 3.3s ± 1.8) however junior players had a greater average rally length (5.3 s ± 2.6 and 4.4 ± 0.9) and greater number of high velocity top spin shots (21.5 ± 5.5 and 14.9 ± 5.6). Physicality and aggressive playing style increases with both age and ability level. These data provide a start to inform coaches of the progression between the top levels at both age groups.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | ISBS Proceedings Archive |
Editors | Kimitake Sato, William Sands, Satoshi Mizuguchi |
Publisher | University of Konstanz |
Pages | 669-672 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Publication status | Published - 9 Oct 2014 |
Event | 32nd International Conference of Biomechanics in Sports - Johnson City, United States Duration: 12 Jul 2014 → 16 Jul 2014 |
Conference
Conference | 32nd International Conference of Biomechanics in Sports |
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Country/Territory | United States |
City | Johnson City |
Period | 12/07/14 → 16/07/14 |