英文摘要 |
Introduction: A local positioning system (LPS) can monitor players’locomotion data, providing real-time information that allows for the evaluation of external loads during a competitive game. However, few studies have used LPS to investigate the effects of defensive tactics on locomotion among basketball players. This study compared the effects of four different defensive tactics on the locomotion demands of both offensive and defensive basketball players. Methods: Ten male University Basketball Association Division I basketball players played four 10-min quarters of a simulated competitive game with LPS units placed on each athlete’s left shoulder. Players were instructed to use half-court man-to-man defense (MMD), half-court zone defense (ZD), full-court man-to-man defense (FMMD), or full-court zone defense (FZD). Total distance covered and distance covered in different speed zones were recorded by LPS. The Wilcoxon matched-pairs signed-rank test was conducted to compare total distance covered and distance covered in different speed zones between offensive and defensive players for each defensive tactic. The Friedman test was used to detect differences in total distance covered and distances covered in different speed zones among the four defensive tactics. Results: Offensive players covered more distance on average than defensive players (2142.51±129.87 m vs. 2471.22±163.62 m, p <.05). Defensive players playing ZD moved the longest distances and covered more distance at high speeds than those using other defensive strategies. Offensive players attacking ZD covered the longest distances, but more distance was covered at high speed when attacking MMD. Conclusion: Offensive players covered more distance than defensive players. Defensive players playing ZD covered more distance and spent more time at high speeds. These findings can be used by coaches when considering how to change defensive tactics or adjust offensive strategies during a game. |