Degree
Master of Science
Program
Kinesiology
Supervisor
Dr. Volker Nolte
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the position of a sledge hockey player in their sledge using measurements of knee angle, seat height, and stability. Prior to this study, sledge hockey coaches and athletes used trivial methods to position a player in their seat. Proper positioning can enhance performance and function of the athlete. Nine different positions were evaluated using two on-ice sledge hockey specific tests. Four experienced male sledge hockey players from the London Blizzard who compete in the Ontario Sledge Hockey Association participated in this study. The results suggest a knee angle of 140º with a medium knuckle height produced on average the fastest times (p
Recommended Citation
Worden-Rogers, Cliff, "Effect of sledge hockey configuration on sledge hockey performance" (2012). Electronic Thesis and Dissertation Repository. 809.
https://ir.lib.uwo.ca/etd/809