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b) Which fitness component(s) is/are tested? 

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b) Which fitness component(s) is/are tested? 

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This fitness component test is a test on hand-eye coordination, where participant throw a ball against a wall from one hand in an underarm action, and attempt to catch it with the opposite hand.

The test's objective is to monitor the ability of the athlete's vision system to coordinate the information received through the eyes to control, guide & direct the hands in the accomplishment of catching a ball (hand-eye coordination).

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c) Validity, Reliability & Practicality of the test

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c) Validity, Reliability & Practicality of the test

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Validity - This test provides a mean to monitor training on athlete's physical development. It should be consistent and stable in measuring its intended measure.

Reliability - Reliability depends on how strict the test is conducted and the individual's level of motivation to perform the test. The procedure should be recorded with results and keep consistent for future testing of the same participants.

Practicality -  Minimal equipment & cost to set up this test. The test also take minimal time to conduct as each test last for 30seconds. It can be self-administered. The test can be easily carry out as it required minimal equipment, and in a classroom of 30 students, we can have pair students up and all 15 pairs can participate the test at once, and rotate among themselves in pair.

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d) Proposed scoring chart for Primary 5 level 

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d) Proposed scoring chart for Primary 5 level 

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Level 5: Excellent  >25
Level 4: Good 20 - 24
Level 3: Average 15 - 19
Level 2: Fair 10 - 14
Level 1: Poor <10

Alternately, instead of using the "Poor, Fair, Average, Good, Excellent" for the Rating, we can consider to replace it with "Levels" rating. Try to avoid using negative word such as "Poor".

We can simplify the test  by modifying the size/weight of the ball, the distance from the wall or extend the time period.

For instance,
1) Reduce the distance from 2m to 1m away from the wall.
2) Increase the time from 30 seconds to 45 seconds.

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https://www.topendsports.com/testing/tests/wall-catch.htm#:~:text=The%20Alternate%2DHand%20Wall%2DToss,it%20with%20the%20opposite%20hand.

https://www.activehealth.sg/analyse-my-body/fitness-test/alternate-hand-wall-toss#:~:text=Stand%201m%20away%20from%20a,caught%20with%20the%20initial%20hand.

https://www.cartwrightfitness.co.uk/wall-toss-test/

1. BEASHEL, P and TAYLOR, J (1997) Fitness for Health and Performance. In: BEASHEL, P and TAYLOR, J, The World of Sport Examined. Croatia: Thomas Nelson and Sons, p. 66

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The Alternate-Hand Wall-Toss Test is a test of hand-eye coordination, where the participant throw a ball against a wall from one hand in an underarm action, and attempt to catch it with the opposite hand.

purpose: to measure hand-eye coordination

equipment required: tennis ball or baseball, smooth and solid wall, marking tape, stopwatch (optional)

pre-test: Explain the test procedures to the subject. Perform screening of health risks and obtain informed consent. Prepare forms and record basic information such as age, height, body weight, gender, test conditions. Perform an appropriate warm-up and practice. See more details of pre-test procedures.

procedure: A line is placed on the ground a certain distance from the wall (e.g. 2 meters, 3 feet). The person stands behind the line and facing the wall. The ball is thrown from one hand in an underarm action against the wall, and attempted to be caught with the opposite hand. The ball is then thrown back against the wall and caught with the initial hand. The test can continue for a nominated number of attempts or for a set time period (e.g. 30 seconds). By adding the constraint of a set time period, you also add the factor of working under pressure.

scoring: This table lists general ratings (source unknown) for the wall toss test, based on the score of the number of successful catches in a 30 second period.

variations / modifications: There are numerous variation that can be made to the procedures of this test depending on the desired outcomes: the size, weight and shape of the object, the distance from the wall, the number of attempts or time period can all be varied. The procedure should be recorded with the results and kept consistent for future testing of the same participants.

advantages: minimal equipment and costs are involved in conducting this test, and it can be self-administered.

disadvantages: the ability to catch the ball can be affected by how hard and straight the ball is thrown to the wall. You may want to draw a target on the wall to help with throwing accuracy. The test results may be skewed if the subject 'flukes' a few catches, so repeating the test a few times may result in more accurate results.

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The Alternate-Hand Wall-Toss Test is a test of hand-eye coordination, where the participant throw a ball against a wall from one hand in an underarm action, and attempt to catch it with the opposite hand. purpose: to measure hand-eye coordination equipment required: tennis ball or baseball, smooth and solid wall, marking tape, stopwatch (optional) pre-test: Explain the test procedures to the subject.