Author(s): Jayachandra MS and T Parasuraman

Abstract:
The present study investigates the influence of visual modelling on the development of selected technical skills in adolescent volleyball athletes. Rooted in the frameworks of observational learning and motor control theory, the study employed a quasi-experimental pre-test-post-test control group design. A total of 40 male volleyball players (aged 14-17) were purposively selected and divided into two groups: an experimental group (n = 20), which received structured video modelling sessions in addition to regular training, and a control group (n = 20), which followed conventional training protocols alone. The intervention lasted for eight weeks, focusing on technical skills such as serving, underhand passing, overhand passing, and spiking. Skill acquisition was measured using a standardized performance evaluation rubric validated by expert coaches. Statistical analysis was conducted using paired sample t-tests to assess within-group improvements and independent sample t-tests to examine between-group differences. The results demonstrated a statistically significant improvement (p<0.01) in the experimental group across all skill domains compared to the control group. Effect sizes, calculated using Cohen’s d, indicated large practical significance (d > 0.8) for most skills. These findings confirm that visual modelling significantly enhances technical skill acquisition and motor learning efficiency among adolescent volleyball players. The study recommends the integration of video-based instructional strategies in youth training programs to accelerate learning and improve performance outcomes.

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