Twelve Yards: The Art and Psychology of the Perfect Penalty

Twelve Yards: The Art and Psychology of the Perfect Penalty Kick

An all-encompassing look at the penalty kick, soccerâ€™s all-or-nothing playâ€”its legendary moments and the secrets to its success

No stretch of grass has been the site of more glory or heartbreak in the world of sports than the few dozen paces between goalkeeper and penalty kicker in soccer. In theory, itâ€™s simple: place the ball beyond a single defender and secure a place in history. But once the chosen players make the lonely march from their respective sides of the pitch, everything changes, all bets are off, and anything can happen. Drawing from the hard-won lessons of legendary games, in-depth statistical analysis, expert opinion, and the firsthand experience of coaches and players from around the world, journalist Ben Lyttleton offers insight into the diverse attitudes, tactics, and techniques that separate success from failure in one of the highest-pressure situations sports has to offer.

Country	USA
Brand	Random House Books for Young Readers
Manufacturer	Penguin Publishing Group
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	illustrations
Color	Green
ReleaseDate	2015-07-28
UnitCount	1
Format	Illustrated
EANs	9780143127307

Twelve Yards: The Art and Psychology of the Perfect Penalty Kick