Efektivitas latihan ladder drill terhadap peningkatan kelincahan pada pemain sepak bola remaja: Sebuah tinjauan literatur sistematis
DOI: https://doi.org/10.33024/hjk.v20i4.3029
Adolescent Soccer Agility Ladder Drill Physical Training
Abstract
Background: Agility is one of the most critical physical components in soccer, enabling players to rapidly change direction, maintain balance, and respond to dynamic match situations. Ladder drill training has gained widespread application in youth soccer programs as a method to improve coordination, foot speed, and overall agility. However, the evidence base for its effectiveness in adolescent soccer players remains heterogeneous across studies.
Purpose: To systematically review evidence on the effectiveness of ladder drill training in improving agility among adolescent soccer players, identify research gaps, and provide recommendations for coaches and researchers.
Method: A systematic literature search was conducted using Google Scholar, PubMed, and ScienceDirect databases. Keywords used included "ladder drill," "agility," "soccer," "youth," and "adolescent." The search was limited to studies published between 2019 and 2024. Screening and synthesis were performed according to PRISMA guidelines. An initial 187 articles were identified, of which 10 studies met the inclusion criteria and were included in the review.
Results: All 10 included studies reported significant improvements in agility following ladder drill training interventions, measured primarily using the Illinois Agility Test. Training duration ranged from 4 to 12 weeks, with a frequency of 3 sessions per week. Effect sizes were moderate to large across studies. Key outcomes included improved change of direction speed, enhanced foot coordination, and better balance.
Conclusion: Ladder drill training is an effective, structured, and practical method for improving agility in adolescent soccer players. Programs of at least 6 weeks with a frequency of 3 times per week consistently yield significant results. Future research should employ larger sample sizes, randomized controlled designs, and multidimensional outcome measures.
Keywords: Adolescent Soccer; Agility; Ladder Drill; Physical Training.
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