A comparison of the effectiveness of the modified with the traditional approach to junior netball

The purpose of the present study was to contrast the effectiveness of modified and traditional netball for juniors. Despite the considerable controversy which has surrounded the appropriateness of modified and adult versions of youth sport, the area has received very little empirical attention. By examining a sport which is dominated by females, this investigation is also considered important in that it supplies information about the psychological effects of organized sport on girls. Comparisons between the two approaches to netball were made in terms of young athletes' skill level, self-esteem and self-competence, anxiety and attitudes as well as coaches' behaviours at matches and training sessions.

Level dc:type.qualificationlevel

rmaster

Grantor dc:publisher.institution

Footscray Institute of Technology

Year dc:date.issued

1989

Author dc:creator

• Plaisted, Vicki

• School of Sport and Exercise Science
• 1106 Human Movement and Sports Science

Language dc:language

en