FAKTOR – FAKTOR YANG MEMPENGARUHI KESULITAN MENGONTROL BOLA DARI SERANGAN LAWAN PADA PERMAINAN SEPAK TAKRAW OLAHRAGA TAKRAW

Abstrak

Sepak takraw is a sport that requires high technical skills and mature strategic abilities. One crucial aspect of this game is the player's ability to control the ball received from the opponent. However, many players still have difficulty in this aspect, especially when facing fast and accurate attacks. This study aims to analyze the factors that cause sepak takraw players' difficulty in controlling the ball and find solutions to overcome it. The research method used is quantitative descriptive, involving 30 active players who have competed at the regional and national levels. The instruments used include questionnaires, observations, and interviews. The results of the study indicate that technical factors, such as suboptimal mastery of basic techniques, are the main causes of difficulty in controlling the ball. In addition, psychological factors such as mental pressure during the match and training patterns that are not specific to the game situation also affect player performance. Additional findings revealed that the lack of technical evaluation and body coordination problems were also obstacles. This study suggests that training programs should be focused on improving realistic ball control based on match situations, and balanced with structured mental coaching. It is hoped that the results of this study can be a reference for coaches and trainers in compiling more effective and sustainable training programs.