Effects of a Tactical Critical Thinking Program on Tactical Efficiency in Elite Underwater Rugby Male Players

The aim of this study was to examine the effects of the Tactical Programme for Critical Thinking (TPCT) on tactical performance and critical thinking (CT) skills in elite male underwater rugby (UWR) players. Twenty-four players (age: 29.38 ± 7.11 years; experience: 10.86 ± 4.82 years) were divided into two groups: one following a structured TPCT intervention and another maintaining their standard training routine (STR). The intervention consisted of 20 sessions (two per week) focused on tactical principles in UWR. Tactical performance was assessed using the RUSTAC test, while critical thinking skills were evaluated with the Critical Thinking Measurement Index.