Soccer Fundamentals

Straightforward and fun, this book presents an understandable approach to learning the correct execution of basic soccer techniques. 125 photos.

A comprehensive guide to teaching essential soccer skills to players ages eight to 12. 120 illustrations.

The ultimate resource for getting on the ball The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Soccer Basics explains anything and everything a parent or new coach needs to know to understand the game and make the most of a child's soccer experience. From the rules of the game to playing techniques, this is a one-volume course for parents and children to score winning goals. • Since 1974, total individual participation in U.S. soccer programs has grown from 100,000 to more than 3 million, primarily young players between the ages of 6 and 14 • Most parents of today's youth soccer players didn't play soccer themselves growing up, and will welcome this reference book • Includes game strategies and practice techniques for every player position

Introduces basic soccer techniques, describes offensive and defensive maneuvers, and recommends practice drills and conditioning exercises

It is the goal of this book to teach the reader the fundamentals of soccer training especially for children or kids. There are a few differences between the adult and children's soccer and this book is targeted towards the latter. This book can also be an indispensable resource for the novice soccer coaches making the transition from regular to kid's soccer training. One of the differences for example is your restricted to less physical movements. One must also bear in mind that children must do this for fun first and foremost otherwise they might go to hate this sport and avoid training. Intensity of training also cannot be as intense as children in general suffer from attention difficulties and do get bored easily. Needless to say, you need just to be more gentle in general. This book is specifically for the goal of of helping kids improve their game performance and help them enjoy the training. Likewise, for the newbie coaches who must learn the fundamentals of kid's soccer training. Here Is A Preview Of What You'll Discover... Introduction Soccer Tips: Blocking Selecting The Right Gloves For Goalkeeping In Soccer Coaching Soccer Soccer Tips: Drills Handling Shin Splints Efficiently Coaching Girls In Soccer Proper Hydration Exploring Different Types Of Soccer Training Camps Exploring The Benefits Of Soccer Training For Children Finishing The Shot Fundamental Skills Required For Soccer Training Speed Soccer Stamina Soccer Dribbling Training Dribbling Abilities Dealing With Head Injuries Important Coaching Accessories For Soccer Training Boosting Speed Soccer Shoes Balls Outfit Shoes Much,much more!!!

For the World Cup stars of tomorrow, Soccer Fundamentals is the perfect guide to the most popular sport on the planet, with easy-to-follow instructions on skills, drills, and strategies. A favorite of coaches and beginning players for decades, it presents the key elements of soccer: passing, kicking, ball control, heading, tackling, goalkeeping, and rules—plus a glossary of soccer terms. This edition also includes artwork by Bob Hogarth and photographs by Brian Raven.