Prediction of Handball Playing Ability from Anthropometrical and Physical Ability Variables Among Tamil Nadu Nationals Players

Abstract

The purpose of the study is to find out the prediction of handball playing ability from anthropometrical and physical ability variables among tamil nadu nationals players. The players who represented their tamil nadu teams . The subjects identified for present study were forty five (N=45) from from different district. The subjects were aged between 18-25 years Sport being integral part of human life is getting more competitive and knowledge driven these days. The coaches are challenged with selection of best playing team and the criterion for their selection is getting systematic. The present study intended to evaluate the anthropometric and physical ability variables that most importantly influence the University handball players’ performance. The necessary data was collected during the training sessions using panel of judges. The data was analyzed using step-wise regression. The analysis indicated the anthropometric variables viz., height, hand span and leg length and the physical ability variables, arm power, leg power and hand grip strength could be crucial factors.

Keyword:. Handball, Performance, physical ability, anthropometric variables, nationals players,