Application of an automated precue projection system to improve the capacity for anticipation in female volleyball players

Abstract

This study aimed to ascertain the efficiency of the system presented and verify whether the training applied improves the anticipation capacities of eight female volleyball players. A quasi-experimental factorial intra-group design was applied with a pre-test, two weeks of treatment, a post-test and a re-test. The independent variable was training based on the contribution of initial data in the form of the opponent’s precues. The dependent variables consisted in logging the participants’ responses when choosing to block. The results obtained showed an improvement in the participants’ response times and a high percentage of success under these experimental conditions. The volleyball players better anticipated attack times placed behind the setter. The results obtained allow the automated system described to be considered a useful tool for sports research.