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International Journal of Human Movement and Sports Sciences Vol. 13(3), pp. 552 - 562
DOI: 10.13189/saj.2025.130308
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Enhancing Long Jump Performance through Traditional Games: A Study on Motor Skill Development in Elementary Schools Students
Yasriuddin 1,*, Husriani 2, Didik Purwanto 3, Sardiman 3, Moh Ifkhal Sianto 3, Rahmat Putra Perdana 4
1 Faculty of Sport Science, Universitas Negeri Makassar, Indonesia
2 Faculty of Education, Institut Turatea Indonesia, Indonesia
3 Faculty of Education, Universitas Tadulako, Indonesia
4 Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Tanjung Pura, Indonesia
ABSTRACT
The development of motor skills during childhood is crucial for overall physical fitness and athletic performance. Traditional games, which hold cultural significance, play a vital role in enhancing fundamental movement skills. However, limited research has examined their direct impact on specific athletic abilities such as long jump performance. This study aims to evaluate the effects of traditional games鈥擡ngklek and Lompat Tali鈥攐n the long jump performance of elementary school students. A comparative research design was employed, involving a sample of 24 male students from Elementary School SDN Bawakaraeng 1. Participants were randomly assigned to two experimental groups, with 12 students in the Engklek group and 12 in the Lompat Tali group. Motor skills were assessed through standardized tests measuring agility, coordination, explosive power, and speed, while long jump performance was evaluated based on four key components: take-off, push, flight, and landing. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS version 23, starting with homogeneity and normality tests to ensure the validity of the data. A one-way ANOVA test was then performed to determine significant differences between the groups, with a significance threshold of p < 0.05. The results revealed a statistically significant difference in long jump performance between the two groups, indicating that participation in traditional games can effectively enhance motor skills, which in turn improves long jump ability. These findings suggest that incorporating traditional games into physical education (PE) programs can serve as an engaging and culturally relevant method for motor skill development. Additionally, this study underscores the potential of traditional games as alternative training methods for improving athletic performance in school settings. Further research is needed to explore the long-term benefits and broader applications of traditional games across different sports disciplines and age groups.
KEYWORDS
Traditional Games, Motor Skills, Long Jump, Physical Education, Agility, Coordination
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(a). IEEE Format:
[1] Yasriuddin , Husriani , Didik Purwanto , Sardiman , Moh Ifkhal Sianto , Rahmat Putra Perdana , "Enhancing Long Jump Performance through Traditional Games: A Study on Motor Skill Development in Elementary Schools Students," International Journal of Human Movement and Sports Sciences, Vol. 13, No. 3, pp. 552 - 562, 2025. DOI: 10.13189/saj.2025.130308.
(b). APA Format:
Yasriuddin , Husriani , Didik Purwanto , Sardiman , Moh Ifkhal Sianto , Rahmat Putra Perdana (2025). Enhancing Long Jump Performance through Traditional Games: A Study on Motor Skill Development in Elementary Schools Students. International Journal of Human Movement and Sports Sciences, 13(3), 552 - 562. DOI: 10.13189/saj.2025.130308.