Background: This research background is based on the crucial assumption that skills acquired through virtual reality (VR) based forehand training can be effectively applied in real life. Although, research that specifically tests the validity of these assumptions is still limited to specific applications. This research is expected to provide new insights and enrich our understanding of the effectiveness of using VR to improve forehand skills in young table tennis athletes.
Objective: The aim of this research is to design and develop a model of forehand training in table tennis sports using VR technology specifically for athletes aged 13-17. The model consists of four components aimed at improving motivation, concentration, hand movement techniques, waist rotation, and standing position.
Research Design: Performance in VR-based forehand training is assessed using mixed model variation analysis. This analysis involves inter-subject factors (VR training group vs control group) and intra-subjects’ factors. This method of research involved 60 participants, who were subsequently divided into VR training groups (n = 30) and non-training control groups (n = 30). During the VR training session, participants engaged in a competitive table tennis game against players based on artificial intelligence. An expert table tennis trainer evaluates the performance of participants in table tennis materially before and after the training phase. Without knowing the participant's training group, the expert trainer assessed the participants' forehand in terms of the quantitative aspects (number of rallies without error) and the quality of the skill aspects.

Authors:
Novita Wulandari, Yogyakarta State University, Indonesia
Siswantoyo Siswantoyo, Yogyakarta State University, Indonesia
Handaru Jati, Yogyakarta State University, Indonesia
Jusrianto As, State University of Jakarta, Indonesia

About the Presenter(s)
Novita Wulandari, I am a Doctoral student at Yogyakarta State University,Indonesia

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