In the analysis of this sport, 3 coaches from Italy participated.
Average years of coaching experience: 26.
| Coordination: 20% |
| Speed reaction: 15% |
| Agility: 20% |
| Balance: 8% |
| Flexibility: 7% |
| Power: 15% |
| Muscle Endurance: 15% |
| Somatotype: Mesomorph |
| Arms: 2x not important, 1x normal. Torso: 2x not important, 1x normal. Legs: 2x normal, 1x not important. |
Conclusion:
Based on the analysis of responses from 3 coaches from Italy, with an extensive coaching experience of 26 years, it is concluded that the ideal somatotype for hockey is Mesomorph. The data indicates that coordination and agility are the most critical attributes for success in this sport, each accounting for 20% of the necessary skills. Speed reaction follows closely at 15%, while power and muscle endurance each account for 15%. Balance (7.5%) and flexibility (6.7%) are considered less significant.
In terms of body proportions, two coaches indicated that arm length is not important, while one coach noted a preference for normal arms. For torso length, two coaches deemed it not important, while one coach favored a normal torso. Regarding leg length, two coaches preferred normal legs, while one considered leg length not important.
Therefore, the ideal athlete for hockey is characterized by a mesomorphic physique, excelling particularly in coordination and agility, with a mix of body proportions deemed important and not important by the coaches.
