Competitive sport is today about winning and training to win. Many athletes are professionals, with careers managed by teams of specialist staff working towards the ultimate goal of world-class, medal-winning performances.
This entry-level text offers new students a comprehensive introduction to the phenomenon of the pursuit of excellence in sport, covering the key issues and talking points including:
With a clear framework for understanding and exploring key issues, questions for discussion, websites and suggestions for further reading, In Pursuit of Excellence is an ideal introduction for AS, A Level and undergradute students.
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Competitive sport is today about winning and training to win. Many athletes are professionals, with careers managed by teams of specialist staff working towards the ultimate goal of world-class, medal-winning performances.
This entry-level text offers new students a comprehensive introduction to the phenomenon of the pursuit of excellence in sport, covering the key issues and talking points including:
With a clear framework for understanding and exploring key issues, questions for discussion, websites and suggestions for further reading, In Pursuit of Excellence is an ideal introduction for AS, A Level and undergradute students.
Imprint | Routledge |
Country of origin | United Kingdom |
Series | Student Sport Studies |
Release date | May 2007 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 12 - 17 working days |
First published | 2007 |
Authors | Michael Hill |
Series editors | Frank Galligan, J.A. Mangan |
Dimensions | 234 x 156 x 8mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 136 |
Edition | New |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-415-42354-0 |
Barcode | 9780415423540 |
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LSN | 0-415-42354-6 |