No. 6, pp. 64–66

Received: 15.04.2026 | Published: 02.06.2026

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Abstract

Objective of the study is to develop and experimentally substantiate a methodology for improving the technical and tactical actions of the libero in defence at the sports mastery improvement stage. Methods and structure of the study. The research was conducted at the Lesgaft National State University of Physical Culture, Sport and Health, Saint Petersburg. The sample comprised 46 male volleyball players aged 18 to 25, with a qualification level ranging from Category I to Master of Sport. Two parity groups were formed – control and experimental, numbering 23 people each. The methodology involved a strict distribution of load across priority preparation vectors: development of anticipatory abilities (15%), special coordination preparation (20%) and situational modelling of game models (30%). The totality of these preparation blocks ensured the structured formation of skills in applying defensive actions under competitive conditions. Results and conclusions. The conducted experiment showed that the level of tactical awareness increased by 18.2%, the effectiveness of receiving an attacking hit increased by 14.7%, with a simultaneous increase in serve reception success by 9.3%. The anticipation of spatial-temporal parameters of ball movement underwent the most pronounced transformation, exceeding the indicators of the control group by 2.8 times and constituting a 22.3% increase. The identified patterns confirm the fundamental role of perceptual-cognitive indicators at the initial stages, the accelerated growth of which creates the basis for improving the technical and tactical actions of the volleyball player.

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