The physics of football : discover the science of bone-crunching hits, soaring field goals, and awe-inspiring passes / Timothy Gay ; with a foreword by Bill Belichick.

Author/creator Gay, Timothy J., 1953-
Format Book
Publication InfoNew York : Harper, 2005.
Descriptionxiv, 290 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm
Subjects

Uniform titleFootball physics
Contents Introduction: Steelers get lucky: Blocking and tackling -- Pit -- West coast offense explained -- Football in flight -- Kicking the football -- Passing the football -- Gear -- Turf -- Waves in the stadium -- Appendix -- Notes -- Acknowledgments -- Index.
Abstract Examines the scientific principles underlying the dynamics of football, including kicking, passing, blocking, and tackling.
General noteOriginally published: Football physics. Emmaus, Pa. : Rodale, c2004.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 269-275) and index.
LCCN 2005046284
ISBN0060826347
ISBN9780060826345

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Joyner General Stacks GV959 .G39 2005 ✔ Available Place Hold