FORMATION AND ASSESSMENT CRITERIA OF RAPID TACTICAL THINKING IN YOUNG FOOTBALL PLAYERS

Section: Articles Published Date: 2026-03-02 Pages: 119-133 Views: 0 Downloads: 0

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  • Islomiddin Erdonov Denov institute of entrepreneurship and pedagogy Department of physical education and sports, lecturer
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Abstract

This study focuses on examining the development characteristics of cognitive processes in young football players—specifically, processing speed, attention control, and the integration of motor and intellectual activity. Special diagnostic tests, including a missing-letter word formation task and the “Digital Square” test, were administered to both the experimental and control groups. The findings demonstrated that football training significantly enhances young athletesʼ thinking speed and motor control abilities. The combination of team-based and individual training sessions contributes to improving playersʼ intellectual potential, attention stability, and decision-making speed. Moreover, the test results highlighted the role of neurodynamic and genetic factors in cognitive functioning, as well as the impact of regular training on these indicators.

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