This book provides the reader with a deep insight into the moral and ethical value we place on sport in today's society. It urges us to think again about current sports practices and the future of sport as a cultural phenomenon. more »

Drugs in sport has now become a major issue surrounding most top sporting events. In order to provide a wide perspective on this subject from both the scientific and social/political viewpoint, this edition has been expanded and extensively revised. A highly accessible text suitable for students on sports ... more »

This book has arisen out of a need for a text which tackles the special issues relating to coaching children (from 6 - 16) in sport. Academics (many with coaching experience) and practitioners have been commissioned to write on their specialist areas. more »

`Race',Sport and British Society challenges the view that sport is one part of society where 'good race-relations' are developed. The book offers a wealth of research material and a strong theoretical view on contemporary British sports. more »

This book takes a critical look at how those engaging in sports development are challenged with devising better and more effective ways of promoting interest, participation or performance in sport. more » more »

This textbook for sports science students and coaches contains chapters written by international experts on a wide range of disciplines relating to soccer, both from the research and practical side ... more » more »