Author(s): Dr. Munish Singh Rana

Abstract:
The aim of this study was to assess the Morphological and Physical Fitness profile of National and State Level female hockey players. Total 26 female hockey players were selected by purposive sampling method from sports hostel of Department of Education Himachal Pradesh. The subjects were divided in two groups: National Players (N=13) and State players (N=13).Morphological Variables i.e., Standing Body Height, Body Weight and BMI (Body Mass Index) and Physical Fitness variables i.e. Muscular strength, Speed and Agility were taken for the present study. After collection of data, the data was analyzed by using statistical techniques as Mean, Standard Error of Mean and Mean difference etc. The finding of this study conclude that National Level female hockey players performed better in all Morphological variables (i.e. Weight, Body Mass Index except Height than State Level female hockey players and the national group of hockey players also performed better in all Physical Fitness Variables (Viz. Muscular Strength, Speed and Agility) than State Level female hockey players.

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