The biomechanical characteristics and training suggestions of adolescent basketball players’ directional dribbling movements
Abstract
Such a study in the biomechanical characterization of the movements involved in directional dribbling can be undertaken with adolescent basketball players to provide evidence in training recommendations. It demonstrates complex interactions between different biomechanical components during directional dribbling by using large-scale analysis of joint kinematics, dynamic parameters, and movement control strategies. The movement execution and performance outcome are mostly influenced by individual, technical, and environmental factors. A structured training program combining physical conditioning, technical skill development, and injury prevention strategies was implemented and evaluated over a 12-week period. The outcomes of this program demonstrated significant improvements in performance factors, including movement efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making. These findings contribute to the theoretical understanding and applied implications in basketball training and offer key information for coaches and practitioners working with adolescent athletes.
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