Fundamental motor skills for 10 and 12 & under tennis players
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https://doi.org/10.52383/itfcoaching.v24i69.185Keywords:
FMS, LTPD, agility, balance, coordinationAbstract
In this article an overview of the main characteristics of motor skill development for 10 and 12 & under tennis players are presented. Several key concepts related to this crucial area will be introduced and defined. A summary table including several guidelines on fundamental motor skill acquisition for the different stages of development is presented.
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