In the analysis of this sport, 1 coach from Italy, 5 coaches (1 female coach) from Portugal, and 2 coaches from Serbia participated, totalling 8 3x3 Basketball coaches.
Average years of coaching experience: 12,3.
| Coordination: 14% |
| Speed reaction: 19% |
| Agility: 15% |
| Balance: 12% |
| Flexibility: 8% |
| Power: 19% |
| Muscular Endurance: 13% |
| Somatotype: Mesomorph |
| Arms: 7x long, 1x normal. Torso: 6x normal, 2x long. Legs: 6x long, 2x normal. |
Conclusion:
Based on the analysis of responses from 8 coaches, including 1 from Italy, 5 from Portugal (1 female coach), and 2 from Serbia, with an average coaching experience of 12.3 years, it is concluded that the ideal somatotype for 3x3 basketball is Mesomorph. The data reveals that speed reaction and power are the most critical attributes for success in this sport, each accounting for 19% of the necessary skills. Agility follows closely at 15%, while coordination accounts for 14%. Muscular endurance is also significant at 13%, while flexibility is considered the least important at 8%.
In terms of body proportions, the majority of coaches indicated a preference for long arms (7), with only 1 coach favouring normal arms. For torso length, 6 coaches preferred a normal torso, while 2 favoured long torsos. Regarding leg length, 6 coaches noted a preference for long legs, while 2 preferred normal legs.
Therefore, the ideal athlete for 3x3 basketball is characterized by a mesomorphic physique with a strong emphasis on speed reaction and power, featuring predominantly long arms and legs, along with a mix of torso lengths that predominantly favour normal proportions.
