The shot performance of female soccer players is one of the most critical factors in winning
a soccer match. It is essential to thoroughly clarify the kinetic factors that can improve shot performance.
This study explores the connections between ball velocity post-shooting and isokinetic knee
extension (EXT) and flexion (FLX) strength performances among female soccer players. Thirteen
voluntary players from professional leagues took part in the research study. The study analyzed
the average and peak concentric (Con) and eccentric (Ecc) torques, isometric (Iso) strength performances
at angular velocities of 60 /s, 180 /s and 300 /s, the time required to reach peak torque,
and ball velocities during shooting. The relationships among these variables were investigated
separately for the dominant (D) and non-dominant (ND) legs. The analysis unveiled significant
correlations between ball velocities and D-EXT (Absolute) peak torque at an angular velocity of 60 /s
(r = 0.597; p < 0.05), D-%IPS (r = -0.580; p < 0.05), and ND-FLX (Absolute) average torque (r = 0.559;
p < 0.05). Moreover, notable associations were observed between ball velocities and ND-EXT (Absolute)
(r = 0.581; p < 0.05), as well as ND-FLX (Absolute) (r = 0.602; p < 0.05) average torques at an
angular velocity of 180 /s. Additionally, significant relationships were found between ball velocities
and peak (r = 0.664; p = 0.013) and average (r = 0.660; p = 0.014) torques generated during ND-EXT
(Absolute) at an angular velocity of 300 /s. However, the connections between the time to reach peak
torque, eccentric and isometric forces, and ball velocities were not statistically significant (p > 0.05).
The results of the study indicate that enhancing concentric isokinetic strength development at 60 /s,
180 /s, and 300 /s angular velocities, along with balanced strengthening of the ND extremity, holds
paramount importance in elevating shot performance among female soccer players, particularly in
the context of rapid shot strategies.
