The Science of Soccer

1. Auflage 2002
ISBN: 978-0-7503-0813-7
Verlag: CRC Press

Buch, Englisch, 210 Seiten, Format (B × H): 137 mm x 221 mm, Gewicht: 313 g

For the first time ever, science gives us the answers to questions like "what's the chance of a team that wins the League or Premiership also winning the Cup? Can you predict how many goals will be scored? What's the best height for footballers? Is the winning team the best team?"
The Science of Soccer is a fascinating book, dealing with a wide range of subjects where scientific analysis can be applied to football. Starting with a qualitative description of the basic physics that relate to the ball and its bounce, the author then moves through kicks and throws to a simple account of the more complex physics of a ball in flight. Fulfilling your scientific curiosity, this book uncovers aspects of the game that are not normally discussed.
It includes a look at game theory, how the rules affect the flow and enjoyment of the game, why the best team does not always win, unusual statistics about players, and an insight into the economics of the game.

Zielgruppe

General science reader with an interest in soccer (football) or other ball sports.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Wesson, John

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Sport | Tourismus | Freizeit Sport Ballsportarten American Football Fußball
• Interdisziplinäres Wissenschaften Wissenschaften: Allgemeines Populärwissenschaftliche Werke

Inhaltsverzeichnis

The Ball and the Bounce
The Kick
Throwing, Heading, Punching, Catching, Receiving, and Trapping
The Ball in Flight
The Rules
Game Theory
The Best Team
The Players
Economics
Mathematics