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Greg Doncaster1, Jimmy O'Gorman1, Mark Partington1
1Department of Physical Activity & Sport, Faculty of Arts & Sciences, Edge Hill University, Ormskirk, UK.
Journal of Sports Sciences
|March 29, 2024
Summary
Implementing periodised training in professional soccer academies requires adapting to real-world constraints. Coaches and staff must navigate contextual factors, highlighting the need for better practical education.
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Exercise Physiology
- Soccer Coaching
Background:
- Periodised training is crucial for optimizing athlete development in professional soccer.
- Implementing structured training programs presents unique challenges in academy settings.
- Understanding the practical realities faced by practitioners is essential for effective program design.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the everyday experiences of implementing periodised training programs in professional soccer academies.
- To identify key stakeholders, facilitating factors, and constraints in periodised training.
- To assess the adequacy of current educational preparation for practitioners in applied settings.
Main Methods:
- Online survey distributed to academy managers, coaches, and sport science support staff.
- Data collected from 30 practitioners (mean age 33.6 years).
- Qualitative analysis of practitioner experiences and perceptions.
Main Results:
- Practitioners frequently adapt their methods due to contextual limitations.
- Social dynamics and applied work environments significantly influence training implementation.
- Existing educational programs may not fully prepare practitioners for real-world challenges.
Conclusions:
- Effective periodised training in soccer academies necessitates adapting to contextual factors.
- Greater emphasis on the social aspects of applied sports science is required.
- Educational interventions should be enhanced to better prepare practitioners for applied practice.
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