The Art and Science of Developing Athletes

Dr. Israel Teoldo Da Costa, a Brazilian research scientist that focuses primarily on soccer and the development of its athletes, meets with Dr. Michael Sagas at the University of Florida. Sagas and Da Costa focus on Da Costa’s background, his Federal University in Brazil, the opportunities that the University provides for students, as well as different softwares that have been implemented across the world to improve tactical decision making in soccer. Da Costa is an expert in his field and has provided coaches and industry workers with books, websites, and softwares to help improve the skill level and development of soccer players from youth leagues to professional clubs. Dr. Da Costa provided his websites in the podcast and the links can be found below.
https://nucleofutebol.ufv.br/en/
https://www.tacticup.com.br/en/

What is The Art and Science of Developing Athletes?

The people, stories, and science behind elite athletes.

Presented by the Athlete+ Podcast Network at the University of Florida Institute for Coaching Excellence.