The effect of pressing balls exercises on the attackers in developing the scoring accuracy of young football players

Abstract

The aim of the study is to identify the effect of pressing exercises with balls on attacker in developing the scoring accuracy of young players. The researcher used the experimental method in a one-group manner with two pre- and post-tests in order to suit the research problem. The participants in the current study are attacking players for the clubs (Al-Thawra, Al-Musalla, Khak, and Gaz Al-Shamal).  12 players took part in the study as they were chosen deliberately. The result revealed that after conducting post-tests and statistical treatments, the exercises were applied to the research sample for a period of (8) weeks, with (3) training units within a week, the researcher concluded that ball pressing exercises on attackers have a clear impact on developing scoring accuracy. The findings of this research need to be replicated with other player groups.