Different change of direction tests assess different physical ability parameters: Principal component analysis of nine change of direction tests

Change of direction (CoD) ability is critical for the success athletes in many sports. The purpose this study was to perform a principal component analysis using 9 CoD tests order reveal possible subcomponents ability, which could aid practitioners test selection. Male and female kinesiology students (n = 76) performed all 30-m sprint quasi-randomized, counterbalanced order. Three components males two females were extracted from principle (variance explained 82.3 71.4%, respectively). It seems that should be subdivided into at least components: a) “pure tests” (such as 505 test, T-test 180° turn) maneuverability AFL run, Illinois Figure Eight test). Considering different factors seem underlie maneuverability, our findings have important practical implications training design. If hopping/jumping given athlete, it also tested separately.