Influence of Critical Cues and Task Constraints on Overarm Throwing Performance in Elementary Age Children
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
12-2007
Abstract
The purpose of the study was to examine the influence of critical cues and task constraints on body-component levels and maximum ball velocity. 81 children (M age = 97.8 me.) were systematically assigned to one of four strategies. Participants completed 15 throws during each of 4 practice sessions. Differences between groups were found for body-component developmental levels and ball velocity. The differences indicate prompts to throw the ball hard and fast impact ball velocity and body-components by developmental levels. Critical cues also appear to be a useful tool to improve the step component. Results suggest the use of forceful throwing tasks, cues, and velocity feedback can be useful tools to influence throwing performance.
Repository Citation
Lorson, K.,
& Goodway, J. D.
(2007). Influence of Critical Cues and Task Constraints on Overarm Throwing Performance in Elementary Age Children. Perceptual and Motor Skills, 105 (3 Pt 1), 753-767.
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DOI
10.2466/pms.105.3.753-767
