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testing & dossiers

Standardized testing and coach feedback to establish a baseline and guide training decisions

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⚡ AHP Short Testing SOP

Setup • Warm‑Up • Movement Check • Jumps • Speed • VBT Strength • Repeatability • Operator Notes

1. Test Setup (2–3 minutes)

  • Confirm testing lane is clear, dry, and unobstructed.
  • Set cones for start, acceleration zone, and finish.
  • Position timing gates and verify alignment.
  • Set up jump station (tape measure or jump mat).
  • Set up VBT station (bench + trap bar + velocity device).
  • Assign roles: Operator, Warm‑Up Coach, Flow Coach, Strength Coach.

2. Standardized Warm‑Up (4–5 minutes)

AHP warm‑up sequence for consistency and repeatability:

  1. Locomotion: Jog → skips → high knees → butt kicks
  2. Mobility: Ankles, hips, T‑spine
  3. Activation: A‑march → A‑skip
  4. Build‑Ups: 2 × 20m accelerations

Warm‑up ends at the start line.

3. Movement Check (2 minutes)

Purpose: identify imbalances, readiness, and transfer potential before testing.

Quick 3‑part screen:

  • Overhead Squat: symmetry, depth, ankle/hip control
  • Single‑Leg Balance: stability, foot control, side‑to‑side differences
  • Lunge Pattern: knee tracking, trunk control, stride symmetry

Coach Notes:

  • Mark any red flags (pain, instability, hesitation).
  • Note transfer indicators: stiffness vs elasticity, coordination, rhythm.
  • Adjust testing intensity if needed.

4. Jump Testing (3–4 minutes)

A. Countermovement Jump (CMJ)

  • 2–3 attempts
  • Hands on hips (standardized)
  • Record best height
  • Note strategy: stiff vs elastic, slow vs fast dip

B. Standing Broad Jump (SBJ)

  • 2–3 attempts
  • Measure from heel to heel
  • Record best distance
  • Note landing control and asymmetry

5. Speed Testing (5–6 minutes)

Gate Placement Standards

Acceleration (0–20m or 0–30m):

  • Gate 1: 0m
  • Gate 2: 10m (optional split)
  • Gate 3: 20m or 30m

Fly‑10:

  • Entry: 10–20m or 15–25m
  • Gate 1: start of fly zone
  • Gate 2: end of fly zone

Gate Rules:

  • Gates must be parallel, hip‑height, and measured with tape.
  • Operator stands 2–3m behind finish gate.

Testing Flow

  • 2 attempts per athlete
  • 60–90 sec rest (youth) / 90–120 sec (older athletes)
  • Same cue every time: “Ready… set… go.”
  • Mark void reps (slip, stumble, early lean).

6. Velocity‑Based Strength Testing (4–5 minutes)

Purpose: assess power, readiness, and return‑to‑play load tolerance.

A. Velocity‑Based Bench Press

  • Warm‑up set (light)
  • 2 working sets at a fixed load (e.g., 20–40% bodyweight or age‑appropriate load)
  • Record peak velocity and mean velocity
  • Stop immediately if pain or compensation appears

B. Velocity‑Based Trap Bar Deadlift

  • Warm‑up set (light)
  • 2 working sets at a fixed load (e.g., 20–40% bodyweight or age‑appropriate load)
  • Record peak velocity, mean velocity, and movement quality
  • Watch for asymmetry, hesitation, or bracing issues

Strength Coach Notes:

  • Compare left/right force expression visually
  • Identify readiness indicators: bar speed consistency, control, confidence
  • Note transfer potential: elastic vs grinding patterns

7. Repeatability Checks

Before each athlete:

  • Confirm gates haven’t been bumped.
  • Re‑run a coach through gates if idle >2 minutes.
  • Ensure consistent start stance and cue.
  • Maintain same wind direction outdoors.

During testing:

  • Minimum 2 attempts per test.
  • Record best rep.
  • Mark void reps clearly.

8. Operator Notes

  • Keep athlete flow tight: one warming up, one ready, one running.
  • Record times, jump scores, and VBT data immediately.
  • Maintain calm, consistent tone and standardized cues.
  • Modify intensity if movement check reveals limitations.

9. End‑of‑Test Wrap‑Up

  • Confirm all data is saved.
  • Provide quick verbal feedback: strengths + one focus point.
  • Reset equipment for next athlete.

Testing & Dossiers

 Standardized speed testing and coach feedback to establish a baseline and guide training decisions 

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Testing validity — how we ensure results are real

  • Standardized protocol: pre/post tests use the same surface, shoes, warm‑up, and operator to reduce measurement noise.
  • SEM & retest thresholds: we report the typical standard error of measurement (SEM) for each test and use a retest threshold—gains greater than the threshold are likely meaningful.
  • Percentiles: results are shown as age/sex percentiles against our reference group so families and recruiters see context, not just raw times.

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