Graduation Date
Fall 2023
Document Type
Thesis
Program
Master of Science degree with a major in Kinesiology, option Exercise Science
Committee Chair Name
Eli Lankford
Committee Chair Affiliation
HSU Faculty or Staff
Second Committee Member Name
Justus Ortega
Second Committee Member Affiliation
HSU Faculty or Staff
Third Committee Member Name
Taylor Bloedon
Third Committee Member Affiliation
HSU Faculty or Staff
Subject Categories
Kinesiology
Abstract
Limiting the incidence of concussions has become a foremost concern among collegiate athletes and coaches. This study aimed to determine if the soccer position played, and minutes played during a game predict the incident of concussion among college soccer players. If concussion risk can be predicted, it may lead to mitigating actions to minimize risks. Data from 208 male and female soccer players from the North Coast Concussion Program (NCCP) were assessed to predict the incidence of concussion based on total minutes played and position(s) played. A logistic regression analysis and predictive modeling technique were used to determine whether the predictor variables (minutes played, position played) were significantly related to the incidence of concussion. The model demonstrated significance (p≤0.001) in predicting the incidence of concussion with an R2=0.028. Individually, neither minutes played (p=0.188), nor positions (goalkeeper p=0.728, defender p=0.777, midfield p=0.447, forward p=0.829, multiple positions p=0.183) significantly contributed to the prediction model. While the model was statistically significant, it provides a limited explanation for the incidence of concussion and the risk of concussion among college soccer athletes is not associated with any specific position played.
Citation Style
APA
Recommended Citation
Hauenstein, Devin, "Risk of position-based concussions among collegiate men and women soccer players" (2023). Cal Poly Humboldt theses and projects. 696.
https://digitalcommons.humboldt.edu/etd/696