5. Athletic/Combine Testing MetricsThese are highly valued at showcases, ID camps, and combines:
40-yard dash (or 20/30-yard sprint times) —
Speed & accelerationPro Agility / 5-10-5 shuttle — Change of direction & quickness
Vertical jump — Explosiveness (especially useful for GK, defenders, attackers)
Strength metrics (e.g., bench press, squat if tested)
Endurance / Yo-Yo / Beep test results — Aerobic capacity
Height / Weight / Reach (position-specific, e.g., tall GK or CB)