An Introduction to Performance Analysis of Sport 2nd Edition

Grab the edge every coach, analyst and sport-science student needs with An Introduction to Performance Analysis of Sport, 2nd Edition — a clear, practical and contemporary guide by Adam Cullinane, Gemma Davies and Peter O’Donoghue. Whether you work in football, rugby, cricket, basketball or individual sports, this book puts evidence-led performance analysis at your fingertips.

Explore accessible explanations of core concepts — from match-event coding and video analysis to data management, reliability, and basic statistics — all explained with real-world clarity. The authors bring academic rigour and applied insight, showing how to turn observations into meaningful performance metrics, communicate findings to coaches and athletes, and influence training and match-day decisions.

Packed with modern examples and user-focused guidance, this second edition reflects advances in technology and practice while keeping methods easy to implement in club, university or high-performance environments. You’ll learn how to design analysis projects, choose appropriate tools, interpret results responsibly, and present insights that drive improvement.

Perfect for undergraduate and postgraduate students, early-career analysts and practising coaches across the UK, Europe, North America, Australia and beyond, this volume bridges theory and practice without jargon. If you want to develop professional analysis skills, improve athlete outcomes, and contribute to data-informed decision-making, this book is an essential resource.

Clear, authoritative and practical — An Introduction to Performance Analysis of Sport (2nd Edition) equips you to analyse performance with confidence. Add it to your shelf today and start transforming observation into winning action.

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