The aim of this study was to design, implement, and validate a physical training program specifically tailored to junior basketball players, based on their individual biomotor characteristics. The goal was to facilitate the positive development of key physical indicators associated with optimal athletic performance and competitive success. The research adopted a longitudinal design over a six-month period, during which athletes were assessed at both the beginning and the end of the intervention using the VERT and Optojump systems. Jump height during jump shots (JumpShoot) was monitored using VERT accelerometers worn by athletes after the warm-up phase of each training session. The VertCoach application provided real-time feedback on individual jump performance, including the best and average jump heights per session, as well as the total number of jumps. Statistical analysis revealed significant improvements in performance indicators. The average increase in jump height (measured via VERT) was +4.46 cm, with a t-value of 9.57 (p < 0.001). For the vertical jump test with countermovement (measured with Optojump), the average gain was 3.22 cm, with a t-value of -9.22 (p < 0.001). These statistically significant differences confirm the effectiveness of the training program and support its application for enhancing athletic performance in junior basketball.
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