Sport Psychology in Film Collection

      In April 2001, Australia and American Samoa met in a qualifying match for the World Cup, which Australia won 31-0 in the most lopsided match in World Cup history. Next Goal Wins picks up 10 years later, when Thomas Rongen is essentially forced to take over coaching the team. Their only goal is for them to score a goal, which hadn't happened since the 31-0 rout. In only a few weeks, Rongen must adjust himself to the culture while preparing the team for their upcoming matches. Released 2023; Runtime 104 minutes Concepts Cultural Differences : Rongen must quickly adjust to life on the island -  but their slow speed limits, religiosity, and laid back approach to life are difficult for him to understand. Sexuality : One of the most prominent characters and captain of the team is Jaiyah , who became the first openly trans woman to compete in a World Cup match. Her non-binary status is initially not accepted by Rongen, but he eventually comes to understand. There ...

Pelé: Birth of a Legend  chronicles the life of one of the best soccer players of all time, starting from the slums of Brazil to competing on the national stage. Released 2016; Runtime 107 minutes Concepts Goal Setting : Pelé promises his dad that he will win a World Cup for Brazil one day and that goal motivated him throughout his life. Anxiety & Stress : Pelé leaves home for the first time at age 15 to play; He also leaves school and risks not having an education. Confidence : His confidence drops while he is playing for Santos FC because he wasn't allowed to play his style. As he struggles, he believes that he is a bad player and almost quits soccer. Injury & Illness : Pelé injures his knee in a match and tries to play through it; He doesn't want to sit out, but clearly struggles with it on the field. Pursuing Your Dream : This is what the entire movie is about; Specific moments include deciding to leave home to play, realizing he cannot quit, or playi...

Victory  stars soccer legend Pele as he leads a team of allied prisoners in a soccer game against their German captors during World War II. Simultaneously, the allied officers are plotting an escape. Released 1981; Runtime 116 minutes

Fever Pitch  is about a man's conflict between his obsession with soccer and the woman he loves. Released 1997; Runtime 102 minutes