13A - Halloween Special: Superstitious Rituals in Sports

The Perception & Action Podcast

Oct 29, 2015•13 min

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Episode description

How prevalent are superstitious rituals in sports e.g., always wearing the same socks, eating the same meal or listening to the same music on game day? Do they serve actually serve a purpose?

Articles:

Superstitious behavior in sport: Levels of effectiveness and determinants of use in three collegiate sports

Superstitious Behavior Among American and Japanese Professional Baseball Players

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