Impact Of Training Approach Using Mental Training Companion Performance In Some Special Physical Abilities, Psychological, And Offensive Skills For Soccer Midfielder Players

Abstract

Research problem lies in clear gap between technical skills and cognitive abilities among midfielders. Field observations and analytical studies show that many players possess good technical skills but suffer from weaknesses in motor creativity and unconventional decision-making under pressure. This deficiency is particularly evident in critical attacking situations that require creative solutions and unexpected choices. Furthermore, to the best of the researchers' knowledge, previous studies have not addressed integration of mental visualization with sensory perception in a single program aimed at developing motor creativity. Therefore, the researchers designed a training program based on integrating mental visualization with sensory perception for advanced football players. Research aims to design a training program using mental visualization training alongside practical training for advanced football players, developing transitional speed and attack organization for advanced football midfielders. The researchers used a single-group experimental method, as it is suitable for nature of research. The researchers purposively selected research population and sample, which consisted of 60 advanced football players in Sulaymaniyah Governorate. The researchers concluded that training program was effective in developing physical, technical, and psychological aspects of advanced football players. Training shortens path between seeing situation and making a decision, and expands physical and mental repertoire of a football player.