Psychology In Football Working With Elite And Professional Players Mark Nesti by Mark Nesti 9780203874585, 9780415549981, 9780415549998, 0203874587, 0415549981, 041554999X instant download after payment.

'Psychology in Football' is a detailed guide to delivering sport psychology in an elite team sport environment, from practical drills on the training field to shaping organisational behaviour at club level. The book is illustrated throughout with real-world case studies, drawing on research into 16 clubs across five European countries.
Content: Knowing professional football --
One-to-one sports psychology counselling --
Supporting the coaching team and developing the staff --
Supporting the manager --
Creating and managing the environment --
The liaison officer --
Trust values confidentiality and identity --
Football lessons.
Abstract: How can the skills of the sport psychologist be put to best use within a football club? This guide to the role of the sport psychologist within elite and professional football, argues that working closely with coaches and players to create a receptive environment is vital if they are to add maximum value to team and individual performances.