Notational Analysis of Sport: Systems for Better Coaching and Performance in Sport

by Franks,Ian

• ISBN13: 9780415290043
• ISBN10: 041529004X
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2004-05-14
• Publisher: Routledge

Summary

Notational analysis is used by coaches and sport scientists to gather objective data on the performance of athletes. Tactics, technique, individual athlete movement, and work-rate can all be analyzed enabling coaches and athletes to learn more about performance and gain a competitive advantage. Systems for notational analysis are becoming increasingly sophisticated, reflecting the demands of coaches and scientists as well as improvements in technology. This second edition is updated with information about the new technology and a review of contemporary theory and research in notational analysis and sports modeling. There's also practical guidance for constructing notational systems for any sport, and using data to enhance training and coaching.

Table of Contents

Illustrations	ix
Contributors	xv
Acknowledgements	xvi
Introduction	1	(7)
The need for feedback	8	(9)
Ian M. Franks
The coaching process and its problems	8	(1)
Feedback	8	(4)
The need for objective information	12	(3)
Summary	15	(2)
The nature of feedback	17	(23)
Nicola J. Hodges
Ian M. Franks
Distinguishing information sources	17	(2)
Augmented feedback: knowledge of results (KR) and performance (KP)	19	(6)
Demonstrations and instructions	25	(13)
Augmented information summary and conclusions	38	(2)
The use of feedback-based technologies	40	(19)
Dario G. Liebermann
Ian M. Franks
Introduction	40	(1)
Video information as a source of feedback	40	(3)
Automated systems as a source of complex information	43	(3)
Training in three-dimensional virtual environments	46	(3)
Tele-remote training and analysis	49	(1)
Laser technology in static and dynamic conditions	50	(1)
Temporal feedback in skill training	51	(4)
The use of force sensors to deliver feedback about pressure, time, and direction	55	(1)
Eye-movement recording technology	56	(1)
On coaches' attitudes to the use of feedback-based technology	57	(1)
Conclusions	58	(1)
Notational analysis -- a review of the literature	59	(48)
Mike Hughes
Ian M. Franks
Introduction	59	(1)
Historical perspective	60	(1)
Methodological issues	61	(1)
The development of sport-specific notation systems (hand notation)	61	(19)
Computerised notation	80	(23)
Summary	103	(1)
The future of notational analysis	104	(3)
Sports analysis	107	(11)
Mike Hughes
Ian M. Franks
Introduction	107	(1)
Creating flowcharts	107	(6)
Levels of analysis -- the team, subsidiary units and individuals	113	(4)
Summary	117	(1)
How to develop a notation system	118	(23)
Mike Hughes
Ian M. Franks
Introduction	118	(1)
Examples of data collection systems	118	(8)
Data collection systems in general	126	(2)
Examples	128	(4)
General steps in analysis	132	(2)
Different types of data	134	(6)
Summary	140	(1)
Examples of notation systems	141	(25)
Mike Hughes
Ian M. Franks
Introduction	141	(1)
Individual sports	141	(10)
Team sports	151	(15)
The use of performance indicators in performance analysis	166	(23)
Mike Hughes
Roger Bartlett
Summary	166	(1)
Introduction	166	(6)
Analysis of game structures	172	(15)
Conclusions	187	(2)
Analysis of notation data: reliability	189	(16)
M. Hughes
S.M. Cooper
A. Nevill
Introduction	189	(2)
The nature of the data, the depth of analysis	191	(2)
Consistency of percentage difference calculations	193	(1)
Processing data	194	(1)
Visual interpretation of the data (Bland and Altman plot)	195	(6)
Statistical processes and reliability	201	(2)
Conclusions	203	(2)
Establishing normative profiles in performance analysis	205	(22)
Mike Hughes
Steve Evans
Julia Wells
Introduction	205	(2)
Development of the method	207	(18)
Conclusions	225	(2)
Models of sports contests -- Markov processes, dynamical systems and neural networks	227	(16)
Tim Mcgarry
Jurgen Perl
Introduction	227	(1)
Sport and chance	227	(9)
From Markov processes to dynamical systems	236	(6)
Summary	242	(1)
Measuring coaching effectiveness	243	(14)
Ken More
Ian M. Franks
Instruction	243	(1)
Teaching and coaching effectiveness	244	(1)
Systematic observation	244	(4)
Systematic observation and the modification of behaviour	248	(3)
Identification of effective verbal coaching strategies	251	(5)
Summary	256	(1)
From analysis to coaching	257	(15)
Mike Hughes
Ian M. Franks
Examples of the applications of analysis systems to coaching practice	257	(6)
Tactical performance profiling in elite level senior squash	263	(6)
Rugby union -- a game of change	269	(2)
Summary	271	(1)
Glossary	272	(2)
References and Bibliography	274	(28)
Index	302