The effects of mental practice, physical practice and a combination of mental and physical practice on the retention of a basketball free throw

The purpose of this study is to determine the effects of mental practice, physical practice and a combination of mental and physical practice on the retention of a basketball free throw. An attempt will be made to find answers to the following questions: (a) Is there a difference between practice methods and initial skill levels?, (b) If there is no significant difference, is there one practice method which is significantly more effective than another regardless of initial ability level?, and (c) Is there a difference between practice method and retention?School of Physical EducationThesis (M.A.