Science and Soccer

Developing Elite Performers

A. Mark Williams (Liverpool John Moores University, UK), Paul Ford, Barry Drust

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Routledge
13 June 2023

Biomechanics, human kinetics; Sports training & coaching; Football (Soccer, Association football)

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Now in a fully revised and updated fourth edition, Science and Soccer is still the most comprehensive and accessible introduction to the physiology, biomechanics and psychology behind the world's most popular sport. Offering important guidance on how science translates into practice, the book examines every key facet of the sport, with a particular focus on the development of expert performers. The topics covered include:

anatomy, physiology, psychology; sociology and biomechanics principles of training nutrition physical and mental preparation playing surfaces and equipment; injury decision-making and skill acquisition coaching and coach education performance analysis talent identification and youth development

Science and Soccer: Developing Elite Performers is a unique resource for students and academics working in sports science. It is essential reading for all professional support staff working in the game, including coaches at all levels, physiotherapists, conditioning specialists, performance analysts, club doctors and sport psychologists.

Edited by: A. Mark Williams (Liverpool John Moores University UK), Paul Ford, Barry Drust
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 4th edition
Dimensions: Height: 246mm, Width: 174mm,
Weight: 920g
ISBN: 9780367708955
ISBN 10: 0367708957
Pages: 440
Publication Date: 13 June 2023
Audience: Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , Undergraduate , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active