International Research in Science and Soccer II [Hardcover]

International Research in Science and Soccer IIshowcases the very latest research into the worlds most widely played sport. With contributions from scientists, researchers and practitioners working at every level of the game, from grassroots to elite level, the book covers every key aspect of preparation and performance, including:

performance and match analysis;

training and testing;

physiotherapy and injury prevention;

biomechanics;

youth development;

womens soccer;

sport science and coaching;

sport psychology.

Sports scientists, trainers, coaches, physiotherapists, medical doctors, psychologists, educational officers and professionals working in soccer will find this in-depth, comprehensive volume an essential and up-to-date resource.

The chapters contained within this volume were first presented at The Fourth World Conference on Science and Soccer, held in Portland, Oregon, in June 2014 under the auspices of the World Commission of Science and Sports.

PART I Match Analysis  1. Changing the Ratio of Area Per Player During Small-Sided Soccer Games Shapes Performance  M.S. Azli, K. Davids, R. Duarte, D. Araujo, C. Button and A. Shield  2. Possession with Purpose: A Data-Driven Approach to Evaluating Team Effectiveness in Attack and Defense C. Gluck and T. Favero  3. Positional Role Influences Soccer Tactical Performance R. Santos, I. Teoldo, M. Padilha and G. Machado  4. Substitution Patterns and Analysis in Mens Division I College Soccer D. Conte, M. Niederhausen, M. LaPlante, A Tessitore and T. Favero  5. Substitution Patterns in Womens Division I College Soccer: Game Strategy or Fatigue Prevention T. Favero, D. Conte, Ml³(