Football Dribbling Skills Assessment: Construct Validity And Applicability In Physical Education

Sudirman

doi:10.26858/cpjok.v18i2.983

Authors

Sudirman Universitas Negeri Makassar Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.26858/cpjok.v18i2.983

Keywords:

Football Dribbling Assessment; Construct Validity; Physical Education; Motor Skill Evaluation; Reliability and Usability

Abstract

Football dribbling is one of the fundamental technical skills that significantly influences individual and team performance in both sports and physical education contexts. Accurate assessment of dribbling skills is essential to evaluate student learning outcomes, monitor skill development, and support evidence-based instructional practices. This study aimed to analyze the construct validity and applicability of football dribbling skill assessment instruments in physical education based on conceptual and empirical evidence. The study employed a literature review design by examining peer-reviewed articles published between 2015 and 2025 from reputable databases, including Scopus, Web of Science, PubMed, ERIC, Google Scholar, and SINTA. A total of 18 eligible studies were selected and analyzed through narrative synthesis integrating theoretical perspectives, conceptual frameworks, and empirical findings. The results showed that football dribbling assessments possess strong psychometric properties. Construct validity coefficients ranged from r = 0.72 to r = 0.93, indicating moderate to very strong validity, while reliability coefficients ranged from ICC = 0.80 to ICC = 0.96, demonstrating good to excellent consistency. The Zig-Zag Dribble Test exhibited the highest overall validity (r = 0.82–0.93) and reliability (ICC = 0.88–0.96). Furthermore, more than 90% of the reviewed studies reported positive findings regarding ease of administration, scoring efficiency, curriculum compatibility, and student engagement. In conclusion, football dribbling assessment instruments are valid, reliable, and practical tools for evaluating student performance and supporting effective physical education practices.

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