Examining the interplay between reactive and planned agility with motor and anthropometric parameters in female volleyball players

The goal of our research study was to determine the relationship between indicators of planned and reactive agility and selected parameters among female volleyball players in Nitra. Our research cohort comprised high school female players (n=13, aged 16.2 ± 1.5 years, height 177.2 ± 5.1 cm) specializing in volleyball. The comprehensive set of parameters under evaluation included reactive agility (Y-Agility test), planned agility (T-Agility test), speed abilities, acceleration (measured through 5m and 10m dash), explosive power of lower limbs and anthropometric indicators. To ensure measurement accuracy, we utilized Mircrogate photocells, a Witty Sem Microgate signalling light device and Tendo power analyzer. Our research yielded noteworthy findings, revealing statistically significant relationships at 1%, 5% and even the 10% level of significance within the realm of sports games as determined through correlation analysis (Pearson correlation). In the domain of planned agility, we identified a statistically significant correlation with the indicator of speed abilities, specifically the 5m dash (r = .633; p = .020) at the 5% level of significance. Furthermore, a similar correlation was noted with the 10m dash (r = .626; p = .022), emphasizing the intricate link between planned agility and speed abilities. Conversely, in the domain of reactive agility, our observations identified a statistically significant relationship solely with anthropometric indicators, notably thigh length (r = .530; p = .062) and body height (r = -.480; p = .097), both at 10% level of significance. Other monitored indicators, though diligently examined, did not exceed the threshold of our predetermined level of significance. We believe that the insights garnered from such research endeavors will contribute significantly to the enhancement of both reactive and planned agility, which are an essential part of the training process in team sports.