Developmental Sequences for the Vertical Cradle in Lacrosse: An Exploratory Study
- UNCG Author/Contributor (non-UNCG co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- Kate R. Barrett, Professor Emerita (Creator)
- Kathleen Williams, Professor and Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs (Creator)
- Institution
- The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG )
- Web Site: http://library.uncg.edu/
Abstract: Developmental sequences for the vertical cradle were hypothesized and tested
using a prelongitudinal screening technique to determine comprehensiveness
and developmental accuracy. Fifty-one 10- to 13-year-old children were videotaped
as they ran and cradled over a flat surface. A total of 150 trials were
categorized for seven components: basic rhythm, hand and arm action, stick
position, top hand grip, stick head and top arm action, position of hands, and
bottom arm and hand action. Lack of developmental variability occurred for
the basic rhythm, hand and arm action, and hand position components. For the
stick position component, more younger children were classified at the highest
level than older children. The developmental sequence for the stick head
and top arm component was comprehensive and age related. The role various
constraints play in hypothesizing sequences of sport specific skills needs to be
considered along with the quality and amount of instruction.
Developmental Sequences for the Vertical Cradle in Lacrosse: An Exploratory Study
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Additional Information
- Publication
- Journal of Teaching in Physical Education, 1997, 16, 469-489
- Language: English
- Date: 1997
- Keywords
- Lacrosse, Kinesiology, Sport instruction, Development evaluation