Optimizing Athletic Potential and Motor Development in Youth Table Tennis through Family Support and Intensive Training: A Single-Subject Approach

Single-Subject Research Motor Agility Parental Support Youth Sports Sport Science

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Every child has their own potential and strengths, including in physical and athletic areas. This potential can develop optimally if supported by the environment, parents, and appropriate facilities. This study focuses on a fifth-grade student at a Madrasah Ibtidaiyah in Sidareja who has shown exceptional talent in table tennis. The research employed a descriptive quantitative method using a Single-Subject Research (SSR) approach, consisting of two phases: a baseline phase (initial observation) and an intervention phase (seven days of intensive training). The results showed that family support, particularly from parents, significantly influences a child’s motor development. The child demonstrated significant progress in agility and table tennis skills. Although the school did not yet provide specialized facilities, moral support was still provided. This study confirms that sports not only enhance physical abilities but also support children’s social, emotional, and mental development.