Comparison of Balance, Core Stabilization Performance, Foot Reaction Time and Body Awareness in Young Amateur Football Players From Different Age Groups

Aim of the study is to compare balance, core stabilization performance, foot reaction time, and body awareness in 50 amateur football players aged 13-19 (Group I: 13-15 years, and Group II: 16-19 years) according to age, and to determine age-related performance differences.

Inclusion Criteria: * Being a licensed amateur football player aged 13-19. * Having played football regularly (at least 3 days a week) for the past year. * Voluntarily agreeing to participate in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * Having a diagnosis of any neurological, orthopedic, or systemic disorder. * Having a diagnosis of visual impairment or any systemic disease affecting balance. * Having any significant physical limitations that would prevent the administration of the tests. * Having a diagnosed psychological disorder that would hinder communication.