What Is Momentum?

Titus-Hepp series presents: Ben Caplan, Professor of Philosophy at the University of Kansas

Notice: this information is for a past event.
Location:
Talbot Hall of Biological Science - 210
Ticket Info: Free
Open to Public: No
Questions:
Ben Caplan

There’s a familiar phenomenon in sports where it seems that an individual or a team has momentum. Is there really such a thing, or is it just superstition? And, if there really is such a thing, what is it? How is it connected to performance and outcomes? And to the feelings, beliefs, and desires of the individuals and teams with momentum?

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