The effect of mental fatigue on the performance of Australian football specific skills amongst amateur athletes.

Objectives: This study investigated the effects of induced mental fatigue on the performance of Australian football (AF) specific skills amongst amateur AF players.

Design: Randomised cross over trial.

Methods: Twenty-five amateur AF players performed a series of standardised tests from the Australian Football League (AFL) Draft Combine after completing a 30-min Stroop test (mental fatigue condition) or 30-min control condition.