Dr Cedric English C.English@napier.ac.uk
Associate Professor
Performance Analysis in Football: Understanding the set piece
People Involved
Dr James Dugdale J.Dugdale@napier.ac.uk
Lecturer
Dr Iain Gallagher I.Gallagher@napier.ac.uk
Associate Professor
Project Description
This study aims to explore and the interaction between player, environment, and task within set plays in football through the framework of Dynamic Systems Theory. The objective is to assist coaches in their understanding of how their team interacts with their opponents, and the ball, within a given set piece situation, with a view to improving team performance.
| Status | Project Live |
|---|---|
| Funder(s) | Scottish Football Association Ltd |
| Value | £4,850.00 |
| Project Dates | Nov 13, 2023 - Nov 12, 2025 |
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