Biological maturation influences selection process in youth elite soccer players

• Main Authors: Marcelo Massa (Author), Alexandre Moreira (Author), Renato A. Costa (Author), Marcelo R. Lima (Author), Carlos R. Thiengo (Author), Walter Q. Marquez (Author), Aaron J. Coutts (Author), Marcelo S. Aoki (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Termedia Publishing House, 2021-06-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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This study examined the influence of birth date, salivary testosterone [sT] concentration, sexual maturity status, and general strength on the selection process of an elite Brazilian soccer club during a 12-month period, which was a 2nd phase of a 24-month selection process. The stature, body mass,...