The Work of Professional Football

The Work of Professional Football
Author: Martin Roderick
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 209
Release: 2006-09-27
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 113432491X

A long-term study providing rare insights into the precarious career and ordinary working culture of professional footballers. Away from the celebrity-obsessed media gaze, the work of a professional footballer is rarely glamorous and for most players a career in football is insecure and short-lived. A former professional, Martin Roderick’s familiarity with the world of football is the foundation for this privileged research into a world that is typically closed to the public gaze and ignored by media reportage and academic research which prefers to focus on a small, unrepresentative group of elite players. Key themes explored within the text include: the culture of work in professional football the changing identity, orientation and expectations of players during their careers the fragile and uncertain nature of professional sport careers the performance and dramatic aspects of a career under public scrutiny the role of relationships with managers, owners, support staff and partners players' responses to the insecurities inherent in professional football such as injury, ageing, performance and transfer. The text deals with a wide range of issues of interest to sports students and academics, particularly those with a focus on the sociology of sport but also including sport development, sport management and coaching studies. The text will also be of interest to researchers in the fields of careers, industrial relations and the sociology of work.

How Not to Be a Professional Footballer

How Not to Be a Professional Footballer
Author: Paul Merson
Publisher: HarperCollins UK
Total Pages: 185
Release: 2011-04-04
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 0007424957

An anecdote-driven narrative of the classic footballer's ‘DOs and DO NOTs’ from the ever-popular Arsenal legend and football pundit Paul Merson, aka ‘The Merse’.

How to Be a Footballer

How to Be a Footballer
Author: Peter Crouch
Publisher: Random House
Total Pages: 290
Release: 2018-09-06
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1473561213

'Very funny on almost every page, wonderfully self-deprecating and very sharp on the ludicrous behaviour of the modern player' - Sunday Times 'The funniest man in British sport' - Metro **A Sunday Times Sports Book of the Year** **Shortlisted for the National Book Awards** **Longlisted for the Telegraph Sports Book Awards Autobiography of the Year** You become a footballer because you love football. And then you are a footballer, and you're suddenly in the strangest, most baffling world of all. A world where one team-mate comes to training in a bright red suit with matching top-hat, cane and glasses, without any actual glass in them, and another has so many sports cars they forget they have left a Porsche at the train station. Even when their surname is incorporated in the registration plate. So walk with me into the dressing-room, to find out which players refuse to touch a football before a game, to discover why a load of millionaires never have any shower-gel, and to hear what Cristiano Ronaldo says when he looks at himself in the mirror. We will go into post-match interviews, make fools of ourselves on social media and try to ensure that we never again pay £250 for a haircut that should have cost a tenner. We'll be coached and cajoled by Harry Redknapp, upset Rafa Benitez and be soothed by the sound of an accordion played by Sven-Goran Eriksson's assistant Tord Grip. There will be some very bad music and some very bad decisions. I am Peter Crouch. This is How To Be A Footballer. Shall we?

The Stupid Footballer is Dead

The Stupid Footballer is Dead
Author: Paul McVeigh
Publisher: A&C Black
Total Pages: 161
Release: 2013-09-05
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1408193752

A key guide to the tools and techniques for football intelligence that will give anyone a psychological edge, in the world of football and beyond.

The Footballer's Journey

The Footballer's Journey
Author: Dean Caslake
Publisher:
Total Pages: 164
Release: 2014-03
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9781909125513

Many youngsters dream of becoming a professional footballer. But football is a highly competitive world where only a handful will succeed. Many aspiring soccer players don't know exactly what to expect, or what is required, to make the transition from the amateur world to the 'bright lights' in front of thousands of fans. The Footballer's Journey maps out the footballer's path with candid insight and no-nonsense advice. It examines the reality of becoming a footballer including the odds of 'making it', how academies really work, the importance of attitude and mindset, and even the value of having a backup plan if things don't quite work out. Filled with real life stories from current, and former, professionals across different leagues, The Footballer's Journey provides honest guidance and practical tips on what is required to give yourself the best possible chance of turning the dream into a reality. Learn: - How likely a professional career really is - The importance of sacrifice - How commitment and focus will pay dividends - The value of education and having a back-up plan - Why rejection is not the end of the world, and how disappointment can drive you forwards

The Birthplace of Professional Football

The Birthplace of Professional Football
Author: David Finoli
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Total Pages: 132
Release: 2004
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780738536750

An illustrated study of the history of professional football in Southwest Pennsylvania.

The Evolution of Professional Football

The Evolution of Professional Football
Author: Sterling Miller
Publisher: Hillcrest Publishing Group
Total Pages: 329
Release: 2015-12-08
Genre: Reference
ISBN: 1634137361

A must-have for any true football fan, The Evolution of Professional Football is a one-of-a-kind source for the evolution of the National Football League since its inception in 1920. Unlike others, this almanac offers an accessible, easy-to-read format setting out the history of the league, its teams, and its champions. Learn about all the original NFL teams, such as the Dayton Triangles and the Minneapolis Mariners, along with yearly champions, key facts from each year, awards, and other "must-know" information for the true football fan.Additionally, this book offers a trove of stats and facts including Hall of Fame inductions, Super Bowl and playoff appearances, important changes in the rules of the game, and even an explanation of how the salary cap works. The Evolution of Professional Football is an essential addition to the library of any true fan.

Graduation

Graduation
Author: Richard Lee
Publisher: Bennion Kearny Limited
Total Pages: 228
Release: 2012
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9780957051126

The 2010/11 season will go down as a memorable one for Goalkeeper Richard Lee. After more than ten years at Watford FC, Richard signed for League One outfit Brentford FC, but soon found himself cast aside. Dropped after one game and behind three other goalkeepers before he would get another opportunity - Richard would take on his toughest challenge to date! Cup wins, penalty saves, hypnotherapy and injury would follow, but these things only tell a small part of the tale. Suffering from acute mental anxiety throughout his career pushed Richard into making a choice between fight or flight. Could he overcome his fears or take the easy road out and quit? Fortunately for Brentford fans, he chose to fight. Throughout this book, Richard shares his understanding of the mind and how to apply it for high-level performance. Filled with anecdotes, insights, humour and honesty - Graduation uncovers Richard's campaign to take back the number one spot, save a lot of penalties, and overcome new challenges. What we see is a transformation - beautifully encapsulated in this extraordinary season.

Road Map to a Successful Football Career

Road Map to a Successful Football Career
Author: Bayonle Arashi
Publisher: Independently Published
Total Pages: 108
Release: 2021-10-14
Genre:
ISBN:

Are you considering football (soccer) as a career? Do you want to know the secret of making it as a professional (soccer) football player? Are you tired of being taking advantage of by fake agents, coaches, and scouts? This is the number one #1 guidebook available in the market for a strong foundation in the beautiful game. I've been living football (soccer) my entire life, from playing as a young man to working in football for over two decades and counting, and to my current position in the U.S. Soccer Federation. I've seen the path that starts with childhood practices and leads directly to becoming an individual that makes their living by playing the beautiful game. I understand how they traveled this path, and I can show you what I've learned. This is an ideal roadmap for prospects that are serious about football; this book is a great way for children as young as seven, teenagers, and parents to get introduced to the sport and culture surrounding it. I've watched thousands of individuals start training as children and go on to play for clubs, colleges, and professional teams all across the world. In my experience, there are very predictable and consistent ways that motivated players can succeed, and I want to share those ways with you. In this book you'll find: -Guide to playing overseas at the youth and adult levels -How to directly contact major football (soccer) clubs -How to find college and university scholarships -Best methods for acing a university-level team tryout -How to find talent scouts -Guidelines for successful training regimens at any level -The qualities of a good agent The path to a life of professional soccer can be exciting, but it also comes with its pitfalls. As you read through the book, I'll outline some of the things that could possibly derail your success. When you're armed with knowledge, you'll be able to focus on growing your talent and pursuing your passion. I'll show you the pitfalls to watch out for, such as: -How to spot an unethical or unqualified agent -How to avoid being taken advantage of as a professional athlete -Dangerous habits that can interfere with your training regimen If you or your child is serious about going from an average hobbyist to a successful, elite-level footballer, I'll show you a roadmap that nobody else is offering. As an added bonus, after you've ordered this book, I'll send you vital contact info for over 2,000 American and Canadian university coaches, giving you unparalleled access to some of the best opportunities around.

Handbook on the Economics of Professional Football

Handbook on the Economics of Professional Football
Author: John Goddard
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
Total Pages: 468
Release: 2014-11-28
Genre: Games & Activities
ISBN: 1781003173

In this comprehensive Handbook, John Goddard and Peter Sloane present a collection of analytical contributions by internationally regarded scholars in the field, which extensively examine the many economic challenges facing the world's most popular