Patellar tendon properties distinguish elite from non-elite soccer players and are related to peak horizontal but not vertical power.

Conall F MurtaghMichael StubbsJos VanrenterghemAndrew O'BoyleRyland MorgansBarry DrustRobert M Erskine

Published in: European journal of applied physiology (2018)

Not only does a more compliant patellar tendon appear to be an indicator of elite soccer playing status but it may also facilitate unilateral horizontal-forward and medial, but not vertical CMJ performance. These findings should be considered when prescribing talent selection and development protocols related to direction-specific power in elite soccer players.

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