Summary: This randomized controlled trial investigated the effect of Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) on goal-scoring ability in soccer players. Twenty-six women soccer players were randomly assigned to either a 10-minute EFT session or standard soccer technique coaching after an initial series of penalty goal attempts. The results showed a statistically significant improvement in goal-scoring ability for the EFT group compared to the coaching group. The study's findings, which support an earlier similar trial, suggest that EFT may enhance performance by reducing anxiety levels.
Citation and Link: Llewellyn-Edwards, T., & Llewellyn-Edwards, M. (2012). The effect of EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) on soccer performance. Fidelity: Journal for the National Council of Psychotherapy, 47, 14–19. Originally in Fidelity Journal for the National Council of Psychotherapy. More info at EFTTappingTraining.com