11A - Sports Science Shorts: The Home Choke & MLB Playoffs

Is it better to play and home or on the road in a sudden death playoff game?  Is the “home choke” real?

Links to articles discussed:

Paradoxical effects of supportive audiences on performance under pressure

Disputing the effects of championship pressures and home audiences

The home disadvantage in championship competitions: team sports

The “Home Advantage” in Athletic Competitions

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