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Background: The ability to adapt motor skill performance to a variety of conditions is vital to success in physical activity settings. Valid and reliable measurements of motor competence (MC) are critical for understanding its impact on physical health. Many widely used MC assessments evaluate the performance of isolated motor skills, place performers in highly standardized environments, and limit opportunities to adapt performance. Consequently, evaluations of motor skill performance using these tools may not adequately differentiate motor skill levels. Assessing MC in more dynamic performance contexts may enhance the utility of MC measures.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine the developmental validity of scores on a combined throwing and catching assessment.

Data Collection and Analysis: Data were collected on a convenience sample (n = 873, n_female= 320, age = 14.7 years ± 4 …