28B - Sport Science Shorts: Soccer Penalty Kicks

A look at the psychological side of penalty kicks to get you ready for Euro 2016. How does a penalty shootout compare to high pressure situations in other sports? What is the best strategy for taking a penalty? Is it important to have a pre-kick routine and celebrate if you win?

Articles/links:

http://www.bases.org.uk/Psychological-Preparation-for-Football-Penalty-Shootouts

http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x2obk7b

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