ABSTRACT

Background & Purpose Volleyball is a dynamic sport requiring quick movements, rapid changes in direction, and controlled landings—skills that depend heavily on both agility and dynamic balance. These physical abilities are especially important in school-aged players, as they are in a crucial stage of neuromuscular development. The purpose of this pilot study was to evaluate the current levels of dynamic balance and agility among school volleyball players, and to identify whether these areas are affected or lacking in this population. Methodology: A total of 40 school-level (adolescent) volleyball players aged 12–16 years were assessed. Agility was measured using the Agility T-Test, and dynamic balance was evaluated using the Y Balance Test. Each test was performed three times, and the best score was used for analysis. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics, including mean and standard deviation, and results were presented through tables and graphs. Results: The mean T-Test time was approximately 11.24 seconds, indicating moderate agility. The Y Balance Test scores showed a mean of 84%, suggesting partially affected balance in many participants. Specifically, 27.5% of players had low balance scores (below 80%), and around 20% showed slower agility times (?11.4 sec), indicating that both agility and balance were not optimal in a significant number of players. Conclusion: The findings of this study indicate that many school volleyball (adolescent)players have partially affected or below-average dynamic balance and agility. This highlights the need for regular assessment and specific training interventions in school sports programs to improve these critical skills. Early identification and targeted conditioning may enhance performance and reduce the risk of injury. Keywords: Dynamic balance, Agility, Volleyball, School level(adolescent) athletes, Pilot study, Y Balance Test, Agility T-Test, Adolescent performance
Publication date: 01/06/2026

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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2026/15.6.10275