Table 2 Key aspects of the intervention program based on the model of tactical optimization and decision-making strategy in the practice of teaching football in a Chinese middle school.
Model component | Description and purpose | Key activities | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
Tactical assessment | Assessment of players’ current tactical knowledge and decision-making | Application of small-sided games (SSG), game analysis | Once per season |
Tactical goals | Identification of specific tactical goals for the season | Establishment of clear team goals, breaking them down into individual goals | Annually |
Tactical training | Enhancement of players’ understanding of various tactics and strategies | Conducting tactical drills, position-specific training | Weekly |
Decision-making exercises | Improvement of players’ ability to make quick and effective decisions | Organization of small-sided games (SSG), conducting scrimmages | Weekly |
Game analysis | Review of match recordings to identify tactical strengths and weaknesses | Video analysis implementation | After each game |
Tactical adjustments | Implementation of necessary tactical adjustments based on game analysis | Adaptation of the game plan, gathering player feedback | As needed |
Communication with players | Facilitation of effective communication among players on the field | Execution of communication exercises | Weekly |
Teambuilding | Promotion of team cohesion and trust to enhance the decision-making process | Team-building activities, development of leadership qualities | Periodically |
Mental training | Enhancement of players’ mental resilience and ability to make decisions under pressure | Utilization of visualization exercises, mindfulness, and attention concentration exercises | Weekly |
Competitions | Providing players with opportunities to apply tactical knowledge | Organization of intra-team scrimmages, friendly matches | Regularly |
Evaluation | Assessment of players’ progress in tactical skills and decision-making | Conducting periodic player assessments, end-of-season evaluations | Regularly |
Performance enhancement software | Utilization of performance analysis software to track player data | Use of sports analytics software (Hudl Replay) | Throughout the entire season |
Fitness tracking tools | Monitoring players’ physical condition and workload | Application of wearable fitness trackers, including heart rate monitors | Throughout the entire season |
Injury prevention | Implementation of injury prevention programs to maintain players’ physical fitness | Implementation of strength and physical training programs, injury risk assessment | Throughout the entire season |
Injury prevention sports scientific research | The need to stay updated on the latest research in football tactics | Review of scientific publications and literature on football coaching, attendance at coaching seminars and conferences | Continuously |
Player feedback | Gathering player feedback to assess their needs and issues | Conducting individual meetings with players | Throughout the entire season |
