Applied sport psychology: a case-based approach

Taking a refreshingly different approach to the subject, this new textbook uses original case studies of psychological support work with individual athletes and groups to illustrate the underlying theory and inform the reader of cutting edge practice in the field. It addresses 'real world' issues and helps the student understand the problems and challenges that the sport psychologist faces and is employed to resolve. The book begins by exploring the use of case studies as a professional method for disseminating applied knowledge and practice in sport psychology. The remaining chapters consti.

SECTION A. Working with Individuals -- Enhancing Self-Efficacy in Professional Tennis : Intensive Work for Life on the Tour /Chris Harwood -- Managing Distractions in Test Cricket / Brian Hemmings -- Consultancy in the Ring : Psychological Support to a World Champion Professional Boxer / Andrew M. Lane -- Creating Positive Performance Beliefs : The Case of a Tenpin Bowler / Caroline Marlow -- Enhancing Confidence in a Youth Golfer / Iain Greenlees -- SECTION B. Working with Teams and Squads -- Delivering Sport Psychology to Olympic Rowers : Beyond Psychological Skills Training / Chris Shambrook -- Delivering Educational Workshops for Age-Group Rugby League Players : Experiences of a Trainee Sport Psychologist / Jenny Page -- Team Goal Setting in Professional Football / Richard Thelwell -- SECTION C. Working with Support Staff -- Role Development and Delivery of Sport Psychology at the Paralympic Games / Jonathan Katz -- An Integrated Multi-disciplinary Support Service for an Injured Rubgy Union Lock / Sarah Cecil, Raphael Brandon and James Moore -- Developing Coach Education Materials in Table Tennis : Applying a Cyclical Model of Performance /Tim Holder.