SHPPST220 - The Italian Soccer Experience

Physical Education and Physical Therapy

Semester Credits: 3

Contact Hours: 45

Prerequisites:

Description: 3 semester credits. Saul Steinberg famously observed that it is impossible to understand America without a profound knowledge of baseball. The same could be said for Italy and soccer. For many, "calcio" and Italian society are inextricably intertwined and "the beautiful game" is never just a game. This course traces the history of Italian soccer and the personalities - players, trainers, and managers - who have shaped the game. The technical aspects of Italian soccer such as rules, tactics, strategies, psychology, and training will be explored during the training hours of the course. A visit to the Coverciano museum of soccer and the world-renowned coaching school is an integral part of the course.