The Effect of Exercises Based on the Karin Model on Learning the Right Hook and Ducking Defense Skills in Boxing for Students

Abstract

This study aimed to identify the impact of exercises based on the Karen model and the importance of the research. It addressed the significance of the Karen model for students or athletes in individual sports (boxing). The research problem focused on answering the following question: Do the skill exercises developed by the researcher have a positive role in teaching boxing? The research objectives were to develop exercises based on the Karen model for teaching the two skills of the right hook punch and the diving defense in boxing to students. The research scope was as follows: Human scope: Second-year students at the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences/University of Diyala, 2025/2026, with a sample of (20) students. Time scope: From 6/10/2025 to 25/11/2025.  Research Methodology and Field Procedures: The researcher chose the research population, which consisted of second-year students at the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences/University of Diyala for the academic year 2025/2026, totaling (20) students, for morning studies. The experimental method was followed, as the research sample was chosen purposively and distributed randomly. By drawing lots, (10) students (B) were divided into the experimental group, (10) students (C) into the control group, and (10) students (D) into the pilot group. The sample, equipment, and tools used in the research were equal and homogeneous. The tests for the two skills, the right hook punch and the diving defense, were conducted in the game, the pilot experiment, and the exercises prepared by the researcher. The pre-test and post-test were then performed, and the statistical analysis was carried out.  Presentation, Analysis, and Discussion of Results: The results were obtained after statistical processing and then discussed in light of theoretical and similar previous studies to verify the research hypotheses and arrive at conclusions and recommendations. It was found that the Karen model proved effective in learning the two skills of the right hook punch and the diving defense in boxing. Among the findings was the existence of statistically significant differences between college students in boxing. Recommendations include emphasizing the importance of the ready stance and the straight punch due to their significance in increasing the boxer's score and preventing the opponent from scoring points.