THE EFFECT OF TACTICAL APPROACH EXERCISES IN DEVELOPING SOME HANDBALL DEFENSIVE SKILLS

Abstract

The world is witnessing great development in many fields, including the sports field. It has witnessed a development in the technical performance of all sports games and events at various levels, which has led to accelerating the learning process and shortening time. The nature of performance in handball requires players to use multiple movements and in different directions depending on the other team’s position and skills. The basic aspects of handball, whether defensive or offensive, are characterized by being interconnected. One skill cannot be separated from another. Tactical approach exercises are considered one of the effective educational methods in the process of linking basic skills and multiple playing situations, as the importance and duty of these exercises are directed towards developing the player’s skill potential in a way that suits the requirements. Specificity of the game of handball and its skills Therefore, these exercises that are similar to play situations in terms of the movement path when they are aimed at developing the skill aspect and linking them with what happens during competition is necessary to raise the technical level. Research objectives: Identify the effects of using tactical approach exercises on some defensive skills in handball. Research hypotheses: Tactical approach exercises have a positive impact on developing some defensive skills in handball. Areas of research: Identifying the research community with players from the Specialized School in Basra Governorate in handball. The following was concluded: The educational program, in accordance with the exercises and tactical approaches, showed a development in some handball defensive skills. The recommendations included: the need to pay attention to tactical approach exercises in educational units to develop defensive performance in handball.