The purpose of the present study was to observe the teaching-learning-training processes in futsal, and to asset how different methods applied influence on the acquisition of procedural tactical knowledge. The sample was composed by players aged 9 years from two different teams (15 players in each team, n=30). 18 training sessions of each team were filmed and analyzed. Global Method produced improvements on tactical procedural knowledge concerning "offer and orientate yourself " and "identification of gaps " tactical parameters. By applying the Analytical Method there were only enhancements in the parameter "offer and orientate yourself ". The results show that training methods centered on decision making and development of tactical abilities are indicated to better promote the development of players capable of intelligent and creative actions.
Cognition and Action; Teaching Methods; Team Ball Sports
