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Universidad de Murcia. Departamento de Actividad Física y Deporte
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    Diferencias entre ganadores y perdedores en la utilización de posiciones y espacios de juego en rugby internacional
    (Murcia : Universidad de Murcia, 2012) Palao Andrés, José Manuel; Ortega Toro, Enrique; Villarejo García, Diego
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    Comparación entre las preferencias en acciones técnico-tácticas de jugadores de rugby en edad escolar, etapa universitaria y adultos en la Región de Murcia
    (Murcia: Servicio de Publicaciones de la Universidad de Murcia, 2017) Mendoza Moreno, R.; Vico Mendoza, C.; Ortega Toro, Enrique; Villarejo García, Diego
    El objetivo de este estudio fue determinar y esclarecer la satisfacción y preferencias de los jugadores de rugby en la Región de Murcia, y si estas preferencias evolucionan con la edad y la experiencia deportiva. La muestra de este estudio estuvo compuesta por 210 jugadores de la Federación Murciana de Rugby. Los resultados más importantes de este estudio mostraron que la acción técnico-táctica más valorada por los escolares (M=9.07) y universitarios (M=8.76) fue "ensayar", mientras que para los adultos fue "placar" (M=8.78) y "recuperar balones" (M=8.66). Lasfases de juego más valoradas,por escolares (M=8.98), universitarios (M=8.61) y adultos (M=8.43)fue la fase de ataque. Se encontró una mayor valoración y preferencia por las situaciones numéricas de juego de 6x6 y 7x7 en todos los grupos. Este tipo de trabajo, aplicado a un contexto determinado, permite establecer acciones concretas de enseñanza y entrenamiento atendiendo a realidades contextuales.
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    Multivariate analysis of performance indicators in elite women’s futsal: A principal component approach to understanding game dynamics.
    (SAGE Publications, 2025-05-23) Villarejo García, Diego; Actividad Física y Deporte; Facultades de la UMU::Facultad de Ciencias del Deporte
    The current study analysed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) specific to high-performing female futsal players using univariate and multivariate statistical approaches to better understand team dynamics in conjunction with individual performance. Data were collected from a sample of 10 female futsal players (mean age: 23.9 ± 3.4 years) over 25 official matches of the Spanish first division. Twenty KPIs were selected in collaboration with coaches and researchers to represent diverse offensive and defensive aspects of play. This study used observational methods and principal component analysis (PCA) to reduce the dimensionality of data and determine key performance factors. Descriptive statistics and factor analysis were conducted, with Kaiser-Meyer-Olkin (KMO = 0.63) values and communalities evaluated for sampling adequacy. PCA shown two main components explaining 64.09% of the total variance. The first component, “Aggressiveness in Attack”, (47.02% variance), was strongly associated with offensive production, including high rates of goal plays, shots, goals, assists, and fouls received. The second component, “Forceful Defence” (17.07% variance), primarily reflected defensive effectiveness, characterized by high rates of successful disputes, ball recoveries, and defensive intensity indicators, along with fewer ball losses. Individual player profiles revealed distinct tactical roles, with some players showing strong tendencies toward either offensive or defensive abilities. In conclusion, the use of multivariate analyses provides valuable insights into the performance of women's futsal, offering practical implications for coaches and players seeking to improve strategies and enhance individual and team performance through data-informed training and tactical planning.
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    Rugby. Conceptos básicos
    (2025-11-10) Villarejo García, Diego; Actividad Física y Deporte; Facultad de Ciencias del Deporte
    Conceptos básicos del rugby: reglamento, técnica, táctica y metodología de enseñanza
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    Análisis del movimiento en Deportes y Actividad Física. Una perspectiva desde las Neurociencias
    (Facultad de Ciencias del Deporte y Actividad Física, Universidad de Murcia, 2016) Villarejo García, Diego; Facultades, Departamentos, Servicios y Escuelas::Departamentos de la UMU::Actividad Física y Deporte; Facultad de Ciencias del Deporte; Departamento de Actividad F�sica y del Deporte
    En este documento se da una breve introducción de como ha evolucionado el Análisis del Movimiento en las Ciencias del Deporte. A continuación, se muestra un enfoque basado en describir la movilidad, estabilidad y control motor de las distintas articulaciones. Finalmente, se intenta dar un enfoque práctico, desde la evaluación al entrenamiento.
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    Capacidades físicas condicionales básicas. Aspectos teóricos.
    (Facultad de Ciencias del Deporte y Actividad Física, Universidad de Murcia, ) Villarejo García, Diego; Facultades, Departamentos, Servicios y Escuelas::Departamentos de la UMU::Actividad Física y Deporte; Facultad de Ciencias del Deporte; Departamento de Actividad F�sica y del Deporte
    En este documento se examinan conceptos básicos de la condición física, las capacidades condicionales, la evaluación de las capacidades y los medios y métodos de entrenamiento de estas capacidades.
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    Use, Validity and Reliability of Inertial Movement Units in Volleyball: Systematic Review of the Scientific Literature
    (MDPI, 2023-04-13) Villarejo García, Diego; Moreno-Villanueva, Adrián; Soler-López, Alejandro; Reche-Soto, Pedro; Pino Ortega, José; Actividad Física y Deporte; Facultades de la UMU::Facultad de Ciencias del Deporte
    Abstract: The use of inertial devices in sport has become increasingly common. The aim of this study was to examine the validity and reliability of multiple devices for measuring jump height in volleyball. The search was carried out in four databases (PubMed, Scopus,Web of Sciences and SPORTDiscus) using keywords and Boolean operators. Twenty-one studies were selected that met the established selection criteria. The studies focused on determining the validity and reliability of IMUs (52.38%), on controlling and quantifying external load (28.57%) and on describing differences between playing positions (19.05%). Indoor volleyball was the modality in which IMUs have been used the most. The most evaluated population was elite, adult and senior athletes. The IMUs were used both in training and in competition, evaluating mainly the amount of jump, the height of the jumps and some biomechanical aspects. Criteria and good validity values for jump counting are established. The reliability of the devices and the evidence is contradictory. IMUs are devices used in volleyball to count and measure vertical displacements and/or compare these measurements with the playing position, training or to determine the external load of the athletes. It has good validity measures, although inter-measurement reliability needs to be improved. Further studies are suggested to position IMUs as measuring instruments to analyze jumping and sport performance of players and teams.
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    Dataset used for the study entitled: Gender, Match Outcome, and Attacking Performance in Elite Rugby Union...
    (2025-05-22) Villarejo García, Diego; Actividad Física y Deporte
    Estos datos fueron recopilados para investigar la influencia del género (masculino/femenino), el resultado del partido (victoria/derrota/empate), y su interacción, en el rendimiento ofensivo de jugadores y jugadoras en el rugby union de élite. El estudio busca entender si existen diferencias significativas en métricas clave de ataque basadas en estas variables, ofreciendo una perspectiva detallada sobre la dinámica del juego en diferentes contextos.
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    Dataset used for the study entitled: Sex Differences in Match Demands: Equivalent Open-Play Intensity but Distinct Static Loading and Discipline Profiles in Elite Rugby Union
    (2004-12-04) Villarejo García, Diego; Actividad Física y Deporte; Facultades de la UMU::Facultad de Ciencias del Deporte
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    Segmental External Load in Linear Running in Elite Futsal Players: A Multifactorial and Individual Variability Analysis Using Linear Mixed Models
    (MDPI, 2025-08-13) Navarro-Martínez, Carlos; Villarejo García, Diego; Pino Ortega, José; Actividad Física y Deporte
    Limited evidence exists on how segmental external load is distributed during linear running and how it varies with speed, training intensity, and individual differences. This study examines the external load profile across six body segments in elite female futsal players during linear treadmill running, focusing on the effects of speed and training zone, as well as individual variability. Eight elite players, including six outfield players and two goalkeepers (mean age 23.9 ± 3.4 years, height 164.96 ± 4.22 cm, body mass 60.31 ± 4.56 kg), performed an incremental test and were measured using six WIMU PRO™ inertial sensors. The sensors recorded segmental PlayerLoad, speed, and training zones. Data were analyzed using Linear Mixed Models. The most important results show significant interactions between body location and speed and between body location and training zone (p < 0.001), with intraclass correlation coefficients (ICC) ranging from 0.437 to 0.515. These results indicate variability among players and specific and asymmetrical segmental load patterns. These findings offer practical insights for tailoring individualized training strategies that optimize performance and reduce segment specific overuse injuries.