Coaching Kids to Play Soccer

COACHES AND PARENTS OF SOCCER PLAYERS OF ALL LEVELS, THIS IS THE BOOK FOR YOU! Revised and updated with new information, drills, diagrams, and photos, this friendly, easy-to-use, fully illustrated guide shows coaches how to run a successful soccer team -- no matter how much experience they have or what level of soccer they coach. From building a roster to making sure everyone has a ride home at the end of the game and everything in between: • SETTING UP THE FIRST PRACTICE • TEACHING THE BASICS • DEVELOPING SKILL THROUGH DRILLS AND EXERCISES • LEARNING THE RULES • ENCOURAGING FAIR PLAY AND HEALTHY COMPETITION Emphasizing that kids should have fun, stay active, and learn about team spirit and competition, win or lose, the authors detail every step of building a soccer team that plays well and plays healthy, while having a great time. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the game, Coaching Kids to Play Soccer has the answers to every coach's questions. Don't start the season without it!

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CONTENTSForewordPreface1. It's All Yours, Coach2. General Guidelines for Parents, Players and Coaches3. Pre-Practice Preparation4. 25 Important Things Your Players Should Know5. The Rules of the Game and Dimensions of the Field6. Juggling7. The Skills of Soccer8. Exercises to Improve Skills9. Goalkeeping10. Offensive Tactics11. Defensive Tactics12. Restarts13. Systems of Play14. Pre-Game Check List15. Practice and Pre-Game Warm-up RoutineSome Concluding ThoughtsGlossaryGeneral Resources