Notational analysis enables objective, accurate profiling of how individuals and teams perform with accurate, consistent methods of observation.

Did you know that at international level, notational analysis shows that British football teams play differently to teams everywhere else in the world?

Did you know that in Rugby Union, when two evenly matched teams play, the team that passes less often wins?

Systematic notational analysis has debunked many myths inherent in sports. Notational Analysis of Sport, Second Edition, offers a detailed scientific explanation of how notation is used to assess and enhance sports performance. It shows clearly how a notation system can be constructed and used to provide data to analyse performance in a broad range of sports.

This second edition has been updated to reflect technological developments as well as the growth in knowledge about the practical application of notational systems to help improve performance.

The book offers guidance in:

• Constructing a system
• Analysis of data
• Effective coaching using notational performance analysis
• Modelling sport behaviours

Mike Hughes is Director of Performance Analysis at the University of Wales Institute, Cardiff. He is also Chair of the International Society of Performance Analysis, and was a National Squad Coach for the England and Wales Squash teams.

Ian M. Franks is Professor of Human Kinetics at the University of British Columbia, Canada. He coached the Canadian international soccer team for two seasons.