2025, Vol. 12, Issue 6, Part J
The effect of short-term plyometric intervention program on agility, flexibility and vertical jump performance among college level volleyball players
Author(s): Kushal R and Chaitra G
Abstract:Background and Objectives: Volleyball is a globally popular sport played in over 220 countries, requiring speed, agility, strength, and skill. In India, it is governed by the Volleyball Federation of India (VFI) since 1951. The game involves explosive movements like jumping, quick direction changes, and powerful strikes, relying on both aerobic and anaerobic energy. Key performance factors include agility, flexibility, vertical jump, and lower-body strength. Plyometric training is widely used to enhance these abilities and prevent injuries, although the sport still poses risks to joints such as the ankles, knees, shoulders, and wrists. This study aims to assess how agility, flexibility, vertical jump, and functional ability impact performance in college volleyball players.
Methods: A total of 40 college-level volleyball players (19 males and 21 females) participated in the study. The age of the participants ranged from 18 to 26 years, with no significant difference between genders (p> 0.05). Outcome measures including Classical and Sit and reach test (CSRT), Lower Extremity Functional Scale (LEFS), agility (T-test), and Vertical Jump (VJ) were assessed before and after the intervention. Statistical analysis was performed using paired t-tests.
Results: The results showed significant improvements across all outcome measures following the intervention. CSRT improved from 11.08±1.72 seconds to 15.05±1.86 seconds (p< 0.001), LEFS increased from 68.35±1.22 to 72.45±1.44 (p< 0.001), agility (T-test) time decreased from 14.44±1.99 seconds to 12.94±2.04 seconds (p< 0.001), and VJ improved from 1.74±0.14 cm to 2.04±0.13 cm (p< 0.001).
Conclusion: The findings suggest that a short-term plyometric training program is significantly effective in improving agility, lower extremity function, classical sit and reach, and vertical jump performance among college-level volleyball players. Integrating plyometric exercises into training routines can enhance overall athletic performance in volleyball.
DOI: 10.22271/kheljournal.2025.v12.i6j.4159Pages: 670-678 | 177 Views 89 DownloadsDownload Full Article: Click Here
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Kushal R, Chaitra G.
The effect of short-term plyometric intervention program on agility, flexibility and vertical jump performance among college level volleyball players. Int J Phys Educ Sports Health 2025;12(6):670-678. DOI:
https://doi.org/10.22271/kheljournal.2025.v12.i6j.4159
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