The Effect of an Educational Program Using Small Games on Improving The Scoring Accuracy of Football Players Among Age (10-12 Years)

Abstract

The study aimed to reveal the effect of preparing an educational program using small games in improving the scoring accuracy of football players aged (10-12) years, as well as to know the effect of using small games in improving the scoring accuracy of football players among age (10-12) years in the experimental and controlled groups in the pre-test and post-tests. The research community included players at Pires Sports Academy in Duhok city in (2021-2022), the number players were (36) players who were deliberately selected, while the research sample was selected randomly by lottery from the research community. The total number of the research sample was (30) players, and (6) players were excluded for the following reasons: (5) players who were absent from performing the tests, (1) player who abstained from practicing due to injury, and then, they were divided into two groups (15) players in the experimental group (15) players in the controlled group. The method used by the researchers was the experimental method due to its suitability to the nature of the research. the researchers used a number of tools and means were used to collect data. After obtaining the results, they were discussed in a scientific manner, and the results of the research showed, the researchers reached the validity of the proposed educational program using small games that were characterized by a joyful and competitive nature in improving the accuracy of scoring in football. The results showed significant differences between the post-test of the experimental and controlled groups in favor of the experimental group in testing the skill of scoring accuracy in football. The necessity of using small games within the training program due to its positive effect on developing the level of physical abilities of players, especially in age groups.