Kick it up: study reveals best soccer drill for teen stamina and smiles
NCT ID NCT07408284
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at 42 teenage soccer players to see how different training drills affect their fitness and enjoyment. Researchers compared three types of exercises: the standard Yo-Yo running test, a version where players dribble a ball, and small-sided games (like 3v3 or 4v4). The goal was to find out which method best improves endurance, power, and how much fun players have. Results help coaches choose drills that are both effective and enjoyable for young athletes.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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42 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Sep 2025
- Finished
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Nov 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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13 to 18 years
- Sex
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Male participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Inclusion Criteria: * (1) Aged between 13 and 18 years. (2) At least 1 year of formal soccer training experience. (3) Free from major sports-related injury in the past year. (4) In good general health with no smoking or alcohol consumption habits. (5) No known psychological or psychiatric disorders that may affect participation. (6) No participation in similar training interventions within the past 12 months. (7) Able to attend scheduled training sessions. Exclusion Criteria: * (1)Outside the age range of 13-18 years. (2) Less than 1 year of formal soccer training experience. (3) History of major sports-related injury limiting training participation. (4) Presence of chronic disease or unhealthy habits (e.g., smoking or alcohol use). (5) Known psychological or psychiatric disorders affecting study compliance. (6) Participation in similar training interventions within the previous 12 months. (7) Attendance of fewer than 75% of the 12 planned training sessions.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Football court, Yuet Wah College
Macao, Macau
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UM Kinesiology Lab
Macao, Macau
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