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Three Dimensional Pelvis and Hip Interaction During Punt Kicking: Skilled Versus Novice Players
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Three Dimensional Pelvis and Hip Interaction During Punt Kicking: Skilled Versus Novice Players

Mark Sayers and Jessika W Morris
Proceedings of the 30th International Conference of Biomechanics in Sports, pp.154-157
International Conference of Biomechanics in Sports (ISBS), 30th (Melbourne, Australia, 02-Jun-2012–06-Jun-2012)
University of Konstanz
2012
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Abstract

Human Movement and Sports Science kinematics punt kicking pelvis and hip
The purpose of this study was to examine the interrelationships between pelvis and hip kinematics and punt kicking proficiency during a series of kicks for maximum distance/velocity. Three dimensional data (500 Hz) were collected during punt kicks for maximum velocity performed by 15 semi professional (S-Pro) Rugby Union players and 15 male recreational (Rec) kicking sport athletes. Results showed that the punt kicking technique of the S-Pro group involved complex multiplanar pelvis movements, with greater emphasis on axial pelvis rotation than the Rec group. These movement patterns have the potential to increase the stretch-shorten cycle in the kicking leg. Conversely, the punt kicking technique of the Rec group involved simple flexion-extension pelvis and hip movement patterns, a strategy that appears to limit punt kicking ball velocity.

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