Anthropometric and performance profile of elite Gaelic football players comparing position and role

Abstract There is currently no information available on the variation in anthropometric and performance characteristics of starters non-starters elite Gaelic football. The aim current study was to determine if variations exist for male football players with respect position playing role (starter or non-starter). One-hundred-and-sixty-two footballers from six teams underwent assessments. Players were categorised into positional groups (goalkeeper, full back, half midfield, forward forward) two A significant × interaction observed Yo-YoIRT1 distance ( p = 0.031, ? 2 0.078), covering a greater all positions when compared (all < 0.05), except backs. Goalkeepers covered significantly lower other ? 0.001, 0.35), while backs completed 0.014, 0.35) forwards 0.35). Starters had CMJ height 0.082) PP 0.08) non-starters. This research first its kind within provide values role. data obtained may aid coaches individualize training regimes enhance role-specific preparation competitive match-play.