The Role Of Balance Management And Eye-Foot Coordination On The Ability Of Sepak Sila For Sepak Takraw Athletes

Abstract

This study investigates the relationship between balance and eye-foot coordination with passing skills using the sepak sila technique in Sepak Takraw among male athletes of the Lawata Club, Mataram. The research aims to determine the degree of correlation between physical coordination components and passing accuracy. Employing a quantitative correlational design, the study involved a total population of 14 players. Balance was tested using the stork stand test, eye-foot coordination through a target-based kicking test, and passing skills by observing sepak sila technique through controlled drills. The results showed no significant relationship between balance and sepak sila passing (r = 0.273 < r_table), a significant relationship between eye-foot coordination and passing (r = 0.626 > r_table), and a combined significant relationship when both variables are analyzed together (r > 0.90). These findings suggest that eye-foot coordination is a stronger predictor for sepak sila passing skill compared to balance alone. The results emphasize the importance of coordination-based training to improve passing performance in sepak takraw.