Determining the scores and standard levels for the performance of the spike skill using the (DATA VOLLEY4) program among the players of the Kurdistan Region city volleyball teams

Abstract

This study aimed to determine the scores and standard levels for the spiking skill performance using the Data Volley 4 software among volleyball players from Kurdistan Region city teams. To achieve the study's objectives, the researcher adopted a descriptive correlational approach, deemed most suitable for the nature of the research problem. The research population consisted of players from Kurdistan Region city teams participating in the 2026 championship held in Halabja Governorate. The actual sample comprised 54 players, representing 90% of the research population. The researcher used the Data Volley 4 software to analyze spiking performance during matches, aiming to extract scores and standard levels and evaluate player performance. The study results demonstrated the establishment of scores and standard levels for spiking performance among Kurdistan Region city team players using the Data Volley 4 software. Furthermore, the results showed that the highest percentage of players (61.10%) fell within the "very good" and "good" levels. In light of the results, the researcher recommended adopting the extracted standard levels in evaluating the performance of the smashing skill among volleyball players, and utilizing them in the evaluation, selection, and planning processes for training programs