We are doing a multi-year project to test the youth national basketball teams and talented players from basketball clubs. We are planning to test those players twice per year, creating the database, giving references for the selection of players, and designing an appropriate training plan. Could you please give your suggestions or ideas for what are the necessary/best tests to evaluate the anthropometric, physical fitness, skills, tactics, and recognition of basketball players?
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In regards to anthropometrics you could measure height, weight, body composition, upper/lower limbs length. You could also classify players by body type.
For physical fitness parameters I would suggest doing some tests on maximal strength, power, speed, muscular endurance, and cardiovascular endurance.
For skills, each player will be proficient in a particular skill according to their role on the court, make sure to account for that. You could probably create a set of basketball specific drills, maybe 3, highlighting dexterity with the ball, dribbling skills, and or shooting skills.
Regarding tactics, it will be important to evaluate players during one or more games, or even practice. You could look for in-game intelligence (assist, defense, rebounds, possess) spatial awareness, efficiency of movements.
There are several tests that can be used to evaluate the anthropometric, physical fitness, skills, tactics, and recognition of basketball players. Here are some examples of tests that might be useful for your multi-year project:
It is important to note that different tests may be more appropriate for different research questions and populations. It is generally recommended to choose tests that are appropriate for the specific research question and population being studied, and to consider factors such as reliability, validity, and feasibility.
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