Vol. 7, Issue 2, Part B (2025)

The present study investigates the relationship between selected anthropometric variables and shoulder strength among senior state-level male Throwball players. The primary objective was to determine whether specific morphological traits could significantly influence shoulder strength, a key performance factor in Throwball. Forty male players from Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, were randomly selected as subjects. Anthropometric measurements, including arm length, forearm length, palm length, upper arm circumference, and forearm circumference, were recorded using standardized tools. Shoulder strength was assessed through the Medicine Ball Throw Test. Pearson’s correlation coefficient was employed for statistical analysis at a 0.05 level of significance. The findings revealed significant positive correlations between arm length, upper arm circumference, and forearm circumference with shoulder strength, whereas forearm length did not exhibit a significant relationship. These results suggest that selected anthropometric variables can positively influence shoulder strength and may be useful criteria for athlete selection and targeted training in Throwball. The study emphasizes the role of body structure in optimizing sports performance.