Analysis of cognitive abilities measured in a laboratory-controlled 360° simulation in soccer

Abstract Soccer, which is characterized by a very high pace and short possession time, requires players who are well trained in cognitive abilities. The aim of the study was to quantify abilities improvements measures laboratory-controlled 360° simulation setting. In all, 82 male youth soccer (4 age groups) were examined with pre-/posttest design an e?training intervention unique tool (SoccerBot360 [Umbrella Software Development GmbH, Leipzig, Germany]). abilities, especially executive functions, measured using tests (Stroop number test, Corsi Block Anticipation tests, Choice Reaction test) modified for evaluate functions anticipation. analyzed showed significant positive changes from pre- posttest group effects. test values not exclusively due additional training simulation. Nevertheless, results show differences between four groups their development.