2025, Vol. 12, Issue 6, Part J

This research investigates the influence of playing surfaces (Clay vs. Synthetic Mat) on the motor coordinative abilities of female state-level Kabaddi players. A sample of 80 female athletes (ages 18-26) who participated in the Punjab State Kabaddi Tournament was selected, focusing on those from the top four finishing teams. Agility was evaluated using the Shuttle Run component of the Cooper Motor Fitness Test (1974). Each participant performed the test on both clay and mat surfaces. Statistical analysis revealed that shuttle run performance was significantly superior on the clay surface compared to the mat surface. The study concludes that the type of playing surface significantly impacts the motor coordination and agility of female Kabaddi players.