The Effect of Modification of Football Game Learning on Football Playing Skills at SSB Permata Curug Bogor Regency

Abstract

This study aims to investigate the effect of learning modifications in soccer game instruction on the playing skills of students at SSB Permata Curug Bogor, specifically targeting players aged 14–15 years. The research employed a quantitative experimental method using a one-group pretest–posttest design, allowing the researcher to measure the impact of instructional interventions over time within the same group of participants. A total of 20 students were selected through purposive sampling, based on their active participation in soccer training programs. The intervention involved the implementation of modified learning strategies, supported by the use of the Game Performance Assessment Instrument (GPAI) to evaluate improvements in tactical and technical aspects of gameplay. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 22.0, and the results indicated a statistically significant improvement in football playing skills, as evidenced by a p-value of 0.00 < 0.03, confirming that the applied modifications had a positive effect on the students' soccer performance. These findings suggest that incorporating structured modifications into soccer learning can effectively enhance skill execution and overall game performance in youth players. The study recommends conducting further research with larger and more diverse sample populations, across varied contexts and age groups, to generalize the applicability of modified learning in football education and coaching.