Test-Retest Reliability of Task Performance for Golf Swings of Medium- to High-Handicap Players
Background: Golf swing performance in medium- to high-handicap players must be reliably measured to use this variable in both research studies and in applied settings. Nevertheless, there are no studies published on this topic and test–retest evidence is only available for low-handicap players. The aim of this study was to determine the number of attempts necessary to obtain a reliable measurement protocol for swing performance variables in medium- to high-handicap players. Methods: Ten amateur players (55.67 (13.64) years, 78.4 (11.4) kg, 1.75 (7.95) m) took part in a test–retest study in two experimental sessions one week apart. In each one, fifteen swings with a six iron and a driver wer…
Comparison of service tactic formation on players’ movements and point outcome between national and beginner level padel
The aim of this study was to analyze the influence of service tactic formation on players’ movements and point outcome at two different performance levels. The sample contained 2,148 points corresponding to 18 matches from two male padel indoor tournaments. Players were classified according to their game level: high-level (N = 36; age = 33.3 ± 6.9 years) and beginner (N = 36; age = 35.4 ± 6.8 years). Variables pertaining to service tactic formation (conventional or Australian), point outcome and movement patterns were analysed from the matches through systematic observation. The results showed how high-level players used a significantly higher percentage of the Australian formation than beg…
Analysis of digital competence in future teachers through a mixed design
Digital competence is not only a desirable skill for any citizen, but also a responsibility for the training of future teachers. Using a mixed methodology combining a questionnaire based on the Common Framework for Digital Competence in Teaching and open items, this paper aims to analyse the level of digital competence of 230 future teachers (Primary and Secondary Education), as well as to explore possible differences based on some basic variables. A study is also carried out on the perceived level of digital competence and the true level of digital competence, exploring, finally, the perceptions of the uses of technology in the educational environment. The results show that the level of di…
Stroke Analysis in Padel According to Match Outcome and Game Side on Court
The aim of this study was to analyze the distribution of padel strokes, their effectiveness, direction, and court zone, comparing between the winning and losing pairs in the match and the playing side of the players. The sample included 8441 strokes corresponding to 1055 points out of a total of nine padel matches in the First National Category. The variables analyzed were type of stroke, court area, effectiveness and directions of the strokes, match outcome, and game side. Matches were analyzed through systematic observation. The results showed that the winning pair made a significantly higher percentage of winners, and cross-court smashes and volleys from the offensive zone. In addition, …