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Association between regular organized indoor soccer training and executive function performance in preadolescents: A cross-sectional study

Abstract

, supporting the role of team sports in cognitive development. However, the cross-sectional design, modest sample size (power ∼.48), and lack of assessor blinding limit causal inferences and generalizability. Future longitudinal studies with larger, diverse samples are needed to establish causality and inform targeted sports programs.

Research topics

  • Children's Physical and Motor Development
  • Sport Psychology and Performance
  • Obesity, Physical Activity, Diet

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DOI: 10.1080/21622965.2026.2668433

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