Elite Adolescent Ice Hockey Players: Analyzing Associations between Anthropometry, Fitness, and On-Ice Performance.

Gaëtan MartiniJean-François BrunelleVincent LalandeJean Lemoyne

Published in: International journal of environmental research and public health (2022)

Despite off-ice advantages, the taller-heavier prototype does not translate directly to better performance on the ice among elite adolescent players. Coaches should analyze anthropometric characteristics with caution, and place more focus on match-specific abilities to identify talent.

Keyphrases

body composition
young adults
mental health
physical activity
high school