Focused for soccer

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The author of this book is regarded as the world's leading authority on the mental game of soccer, and he explains how he has applied the training techniques in his years as a coach and consultant. His approach emphasizes playing 'first with the head, then with the heart', developing decision-making skills, and keeping emotional responses in check. This book makes the case that physical skills and conditioning must be combined with psychological skills to be a champion. (From back cover).

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Title Statements

Full title :Focused for soccer / Bill Beswick.

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Publication Date:©2001.

Publication Statements

Publisher(s):Human Kinetics
Place of Publication:Champaign, IL
Language:eng
Publication Date:©2001.

The Physical Object

Description:xix, 171 pages : : illustrations ; : 23 cm

Edition Identifiers

ISBN:0736030026, 9780736030021
oclc:ocm44868998
LC Classification:GV943.9.P7
Dewey Decimal:796.33401/9

Introduction: The complete soccer player -- 1. Psychological profile: player assessment and plan of action -- 2. Confidence: positive mental energy to perform and persist -- 3. Self-control: discipline of thought and emotion -- 4. Concentration: direction and intensity of attention -- 5. Visualization: image becomes reality -- 6. Mental toughness: building a winning attitude -- 7. Competitiveness : mental preparation and power for matches -- 8. Communication: sharing information effectively -- 9. Role definition: playing within the team framework -- 10. Cohesion: building a unified team -- 11. Coaching: changing the culture.