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International Journal of Sports Science and Coaching * in 2013 CPISRA made changes to the rules and now only one C8 is permitted to play at any given time 2 ABSTRACT To investigate the soccer match-play work of players with Cerebral Palsy (CP), 40 elite players were monitored for cardiovascular and locomotive demands of tournament match-play. Using GPS and HR monitors, total distance travelled, distance travelled at high intensity (HI) and very high intensity (VHI)(m); frequency of HI and VHI activity; heart rate (HR). Disability classes C5/6, C7, C8 were compared. The results showed C8 players covered the greatest distance. Frequency, contribution and maximum speed of HI and VHI activity was greater in C8. There was a progressive decline in distances covered in all classes across match quarters. C8 spent more time above 85% HRmax. No differences were observed between C5/6 and C7 classes. In conclusion, C8 players most notably perform best in VHI activity associated with gamedefining moments. C5/6 and C7 players performed equitably. This study is the first to provide an insight for practitioners and coaches interested in the work rates in soccer for athletes with CP.

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