Abstract

The purpose of this investigation was to determine the nature and salience of the anticipatory cue utilization process to wicketkeeping proficiency in criket. Twelve male, experienced wicketkeepers were selected into expert (6) and non-expert (6) groups according to level of expertise attained. A four stage, temporal occlusion paradigma was used; the stages included pre-ball release and ball-flight information. Subjects were required to predict ball landing position. Analysis of radial, lateral and depht accuracy revealed no significant differences between experts and non-experts and confirmed the value of increased viewing time in determining terminal accuracy. Significant magnitudinal distinctions were found between depth and lateral error components regardless of level of expertise. The temporal source of these differences within and between each component implied that experienced wicketkeepers may learn to strategically select cues in a temporal order with lateral information taking precedence over depth information. Verf.-Referat