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Only intervention studies with a control group assessing the effects of hemsball in children and adolescents were included. The methodological quality of randomized controlled trials was assessed using the PEDro scale, while comparative studies were analyzed using the MINORS index. Results: Out of 138 initially identified studies, five met the inclusion criteria. The included studies evaluated the effects of hemsball on balance, coordination, agility, manual dexterity, attention, and lower limb strength. The findings indicated significant improvements in balance, coordination, and manual dexterity in groups that participated in hemsball compared to controls. However, no significant differences were found in agility and lower limb strength. Conclusions: Hemsball programs appear to be effective in enhancing motor and coordination skills in children and adolescents, particularly in populations with special educational needs. 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