Soccer

by Chris King (Author)

REVIEW
"These books are great for new coaches. They have plenty of information and are easy to understand." UK Verified purchase
"It teaches you how to set up training and be well organised in running coaching sessions!" USA Verified purchase

• Games and drills with diagrams throughout
• Tips on what to keep in mind when teaching young children
• How to easily plan and set up your training sessions in 5 minutes
• Heaps of fun and skill based games to keep the kids coming back ("World Cup", "It's A Knock Off", "Rob The Nest" plus many more)!

Happy coaching,
Chris King

Training Sessions For Soccer Coaches Volume 3
Attacking & Shooting Drills For Soccer Coaches
Soccer Rondos Volume 1
Soccer Rondos Volume 2
Coaching Kids Soccer - Volume 1
Coaching Kids Soccer - Volume 2

Coaching Kids Soccer - Volume 3
10 Soccer Drills - Volume 1
The Ultimate Soccer Coaching Bundle Volume 1

110 Drills For Soccer Coaches

A bit about Chris...

Chris has played soccer since he was 5 (and still play socially in his late 40s as well as coaching).
He has completed coaching courses and coached men, women and children's teams. Chris has released 9 soccer coaching books on Amazon, all aimed at helping coaches improve themselves and their players. His partner also plays soccer, so they stay fit together.

by Chest Dugger (Author)

Do you want to learn how to improving your defensive game? Or looking for ways to solidify your team's defense?

This book is your answer.

As was said by a great soccer manager, 'Offense wins games; defense wins titles'. This is the case with every level of the professional and amateur game in all countries across the globe.

Although there is a correlation between scoring the most goals and winning leagues, it does not seem to be quite as strong as having a watertight defense.

So, we might conclude that while scoring goals thrills the crowd and helps a team to win, to be a champion it is even more important that the defense is as strong as it can possibly be.

We hope that we have made our case. Defense is key to a team's success. But there is another important reason for this coaching book on a team's defensive unit. We can coach attacking play; set moves, individual skills and so forth can all help a team to create and score chances. However, goals often result from a touch of magic. The thirty-yard screaming shot; the piece of dribbling brilliance, the through pass hit with precision and vision. These are hard attributes to train. Or they can result from an error by the opposition. A mishit clearance, a goal keeping mistake, a positional defect or communication lapse.

Consistent training and coaching can make a bigger impact with defense than can be with offensive players. Movement that becomes second nature, knowledge, technique, experience and positional awareness - allied to teamwork and communication - these are the elements that come together to produce a defense hard to breach. They are all factors which the coach can improve with their team through drills, team and individual coaching.

It is true, if not often said, that attackers thrill the crowd while defenders win matches, at whatever level we play the game, from professional to Under ten teams playing on a Sunday morning. And it is there, with the match winning defense, that a coach earns his salt.

• The 4 Elements of a Soccer Game and how to defend in each of them
• Which defensive system is better? Man to Man or Zonal? The answer may surprise you
• The most efficient drills to organize your team for set pieces
• 9 Different Defensive Formations with Drills to Incorporate Each In your Team
• How 3 v 2 drills are powerful methods to improve with transition in defensive
• Individual Goalkeeping Drills and Strategies to Improve Positioning, Communication and Timing
• The 2 qualities of a great defender and drills to improve them

Even if you're a die-hard center forward who believes that all 11 players should attack the opposition goal all day, you'll gain a lot from this book.

by John DeWitt (Author)

Coach Girls for Success on and off the Field
Girls rule! Coaching girls' soccer is a challenge and also a wonderful experience. Witness a game-winning penalty kick or a goalie who saves an almost unstoppable ball, and you can't help but be inspired. The effort, pride, and enjoyment on the players' faces are great rewards for parents and often the signs of a good coach--the type of coach you want to be. So how can you get there?
Perfect for coaches of girls up to age 13, Coaching Girls' Soccer includes everything you need to be an outstanding coach and mentor to your team. Whether you are a seasoned coach looking to fine-tune your skills or a rookie eager to take the field running, you'll discover techniques for success that are tailored specifically to the needs of girls, including:
-Drills and strategies for coaches new to the world of coaching soccer
-Tips on what girls want and need from their soccer experience
-Practical suggestions on how to motivate in a positive and encouraging way
-Advice for helping girls deal with their changing bodies
-And much more!
Now you can be a coaching winner and help bring out the best in your players, both on the soccer field and in the game of life.

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Coach Girls for Success on and off the Field
Girls rule! Coaching girls' soccer is a challenge and also a wonderful experience. Witness a game-winning penalty kick or a goalie who saves an almost unstoppable ball, and you can't help but be inspired. The effort, pride, and enjoyment on the players' faces are great rewards for parents and often the signs of a good coach--the type of coach you want to be. So how can you get there?
Perfect for coaches of girls up to age 13, "Coaching Girls' Soccer includes everything you need to be an outstanding coach and mentor to your team. Whether you are a seasoned coach looking to fine-tune your skills or a rookie eager to take the field running, you'll discover techniques for success that are tailored specifically to the needs of girls, including:
-Drills and strategies for coaches new to the world of coaching soccer
-Tips on what girls want and need from their soccer experience
-Practical suggestions on how to motivate in a positive and encouraging way
-Advice for helping girls deal with their changing bodies
-And much more!
Now "you can be a coaching winner and help bring out the best in your players, both on the soccer field and in the game of life.

Author Biography

John DeWitt is a member of the National Soccer Coaches Association of America and the United States Coaches Organization. He has a U.S. Soccer A License and a U.S. Soccer National Youth diploma. A member of the Region IV Olympic Development Program staff, he currently lives and coaches in the Albuquerque, New Mexica, area.

by Marcus Dibernardo (Author)

Being a coach in today's world is different than twenty-five years ago, technology has put information at your finger-tips, just one click away. Want to see a professional training session? Just log onto Youtube and take your pick from Jurgen Klopp to Pep Guardiola. The only problem with this kind of access is, there is no filter or explanation of what you are watching. I don't just mean an explanation of the rules of the training, but more about the methodology and reasons why the manager created this type of training, and where does this training fit into the overall development of the team for the week, month or year? You may think you understand the training but the reality is you may not fully understand it or the reasons for it. I view coaching is an art form and in-order to become a talented coach, you must gain a deep understanding from the ground up, without understanding the foundation of player development, it will be hard to establish a sound coaching methodology. This book is written about the fundamentals of cueing, gridding and visualization, and how they can be effectively used to teach soccer. Maybe you are familiar with these terms and maybe you are not, but these are important tools that every coach should understand in order to teach the game. Here is a quick example of external cueing; A ball being passed in-between two cones might seem very basic, but it is important to realize the significance of what is actually happening. The cones operate as reference points, so the brain can judge whether the action of passing the ball was successful or not, the focus is taken off the actual technique and put on the outcome of the action. When the focus shifts to the outcome of action, it allows the body and brain to let the technique flow, resulting in improved performance. The next time you see a player passing the ball through a gate, set of cones or pair of mannequins, you will know this is external cueing with the focus on the end result of the movement, as the equipment serves as reference points for the brain. After you teach internal and external cueing, the next progression is to introduce gridding, which serves to build spatial awareness and soccer intelligence, followed by the use of visualization. Visualization takes away all the reference points, making the players judge space, angles and timing without any guidance. The purpose of this book is provide coaches with the science behind cueing, gridding and visualization, so they can be creative and construct any exercise they want using these tools to develop their players. Without grasping the science behind the methods, it will be impossible to construct trainings that lead towards a bigger picture in terms of player development.

by H. A. Rey (Author)

When George sees his friend Gracie playing soccer in the park, he's eager to join in--so eager that he grabs the ball with his hands and throws it in the net! Lucky for George, there's a soccer camp starting at the rec center where he can learn the basic rules of the game and all about dribbling, passing, and what it means to be a team player. George has fun--and gets into a little mischief--at camp, but it's not until the final game that he finds the perfect position for himself. When he does, he proves to his teammates, coach, and himself that he's their MVM--Most Valuable Monkey!

Author Biography

H. A. Rey and his wife, Margret, first introduced the world to the bighearted, fun-loving troublemaker-hero Curious George in 1941, and young readers have been in love with him ever since.

by Charles Griffin (Illustrator), Peter Maddocks (Illustrator), Axe Pete (Illustrator)

CHELSEA SOCCER CARTOONs, by GRIFFIN (Mirror) Maddocks (Daily Express) and others. Other Sporting cartoons, Rugby, Cricket, Soccer, Formula One, Horse Racing and Cavalry. TV's Delboy. Hanks, Hilary Clinton, John Major plus BOXING

Author Biography

Stuart Wilder has published five books in the DAD's Series dealing with individual sports and ENGLAND Soccer, Rugby and Cricket Cartoons and Caricatures and Manchester United. He has published Fine Art Cartoon Prints since the mid 1990's from the UK newspapers and in private commissions.

by Kevin Baharvand (Author)

Join little Luca the dinocorn, a four-year-old soccer enthusiast, on his exciting adventure as he takes to the field for his very first soccer game. With boundless enthusiasm and the unwavering support of his dad, Kevin, a former soccer star, Luca faces the fierce Dragons in a match that becomes an unforgettable learning experience for both father and son.

As Luca's game takes unexpected twists and turns, Kevin finds himself navigating the challenges of being a supportive parent, realizing that winning isn't everything. Through the highs and lows of the soccer game, they discover the true meaning of teamwork, perseverance, and the joy of bonding on and off the field.

"Daddy on Duty: Soccer Game" is a heartwarming tale of family, sportsmanship, and the enduring love between a father and his child. Join Luca and Kevin in this delightful story of growth, encouragement, and the shared excitement of the beautiful game of soccer.

A touching and inspiring read for children and parents alike!

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by Chris King (Author)

REVIEWS

"These books are great for new coaches. They have plenty of information and are easy to understand." Verified review

"It teaches you how to set up training and be well organised in running coaching sessions!" Verified review

ABOUT THE BOOK
Are you a first time coach, parent or volunteer new to coaching grassroots soccer and don't know where to start?
Or perhaps you just don't have the time to plan a training session? Then this book is for you!

• Games and drills with diagrams throughout
• Tips on what to keep in mind when teaching young children
• How to easily plan and set up your training sessions in 5 minutes
• Heaps of fun and skill based games to keep the kids coming back ("Space Invaders", "Zombies", "Cops and Robbers" plus many more)!

With this book you and the kids will be having fun all season long!

A bit about Chris; books...

If you're an amateur, grassroots or beginner soccer coach looking to learn or improve your soccer coaching then these books are for you.

These soccer coaching books are aimed at football coaches that are: learning soccer coaching; wanting to know how to run a soccer practice; wanting to know how to get better at football coaching.

These books are for grassroot, volunteer soccer coaches, parents and volunteers and include lots of soccer coaching drills.

Many people want to know if they need to have played soccer to be a good soccer coach? Or how to become a soccer coach with no experience? If you are willing to put some time in reading soccer books and taking in advice from those that have coached, you can improve your soccer knowledge greatly and become a soccer coach.

Chris King has played soccer for over 30 years and coached soccer for 10 years so brings a wealth of knowledge in his books. They are easy to understand and include diagrams for every soccer drill with explanations and coaching points to use at football training.

Among advice and soccer drills, plus other soccer coaching tips for new soccer coaches, these soccer coaching books will teach you how to coach soccer and how to plan a soccer coaching session for beginner coaches.

Two of Chris King's books have been voted "Best New Soccer Coaching Books" and he has a range of books focussing on adult soccer players and children.

"Training Sessions For Soccer Coaches Volumes 1, and 3" focus on coaching adult players.

"Coaching Kids Soccer Volumes 1,2 and 3" focus on how to coach soccer to 5 years old to 10 year olds.

by Pilar Marolda (Author)

Soccer is the second most popular sport for kids in the United States (shhh, don't tell football fans). But in the '90s there were no movies or soccer books for kids. In the '90s, soccer was still scoffed at and spurned as a "girl's sport." But NOW, after the U.S. women's team won the World Cup in 2015 and a gold medal in London, and international soccer games have become more accessible with the internet, soccer is cool, and there are books about soccer, and people proudly wear soccer jerseys, and go to professional soccer games, and it's awesome!

If your kid loves soccer, and you're looking for something for them to read, don't worry this Soccer book is for you and your kids

In this book the authors preps young players to be their best by sharing soccer secrets, exercises, and tricks for kids to develop their skills on the field, with:

- Basic to advanced techniques so kids can move at their own pace
- Player profiles highlighting six superstar soccer players (including Lionel Messi and Alex Morgan)
- Playbook essentials featuring color photos and custom diagrams
- Need-to-know terms to crack the code of fundamental soccer definitions

Soccer fans will improve their game, play smarter, and have more fun with Soccer for Kids.

by Ray Power (Author)

Coaching Youth Football is the highly-anticipated follow-up to the international, best-selling soccer coaching book, Making The Ball Roll, by Ray Power.

With the help of dozens of contributors from across the professional, academy, and grassroots games, Ray delves into the art and science of coaching youth football players, using up-to-date studies, methods, and examples.

The book covers not only the technical and tactical aspects of training in detail but also looks at the wider aspects of football coaching - including physical, psychological, and social elements - in clear language that will be of value to both expert and less-experienced youth football coaches.

Coaching Youth Football covers the breadth of the game with compelling specifics, and with illustrations from across the football world - bringing together research, stories, best-practice, and a lifetime of experiences within the game. Chapters cover: Long-Term Player Development, Team Building, Modern Playing Positions, Age-Appropriate Coaching, Football Fitness, Small-Sided Games, Growth Mindset, Footballing Intelligence, Tactics, Coach Reflection, and more.

Across more than 340 focused and insightful pages, this book will inspire coaches to be the best versions of themselves, and enable players under their tutelage to be the best versions of themselves.

If you enjoyed Making The Ball Roll, you will love Coaching Youth Football!

N.B. This book is more than 90% new material but, as a full-on sequel to Making The Ball Roll, please note that some of the first book's material is re-presented, or readapted, for this title. This was so that effective continuity between the themes, processes, and research of the two books could be achieved.

by Marchelle Padovano (Author)

Soccer is the second most popular sport for kids in the United States (shhh, don't tell football fans). But in the '90s there were no movies or soccer books for kids. In the '90s, soccer was still scoffed at and spurned as a "girl's sport." But NOW, after the U.S. women's team won the World Cup in 2015 and a gold medal in London, and international soccer games have become more accessible with the internet, soccer is cool, and there are books about soccer, and people proudly wear soccer jerseys, and go to professional soccer games, and it's awesome!

If your kid loves soccer, and you're looking for something for them to read, don't worry this Soccer book is for you and your kids

In this book the authors preps young players to be their best by sharing soccer secrets, exercises, and tricks for kids to develop their skills on the field, with:

- Basic to advanced techniques so kids can move at their own pace
- Player profiles highlighting six superstar soccer players (including Lionel Messi and Alex Morgan)
- Playbook essentials featuring color photos and custom diagrams
- Need-to-know terms to crack the code of fundamental soccer definitions

Soccer fans will improve their game, play smarter, and have more fun with Soccer for Kids.

by Chest Dugger (Author)

Climb the Soccer Pyramid with Soccer Drills and Tactics - 5 Books in 1 Soccer Coaching Guide

"The Art of Finishing in Soccer" is the first book in this comprehensive coaching guide. It unravels the intricacies of scoring goals, from the perfect strike to expertly timed headers. Coaches and players will gain invaluable insights into improving their shooting accuracy, composure in front of the goal, and finishing under pressure. This book lays the foundation for your journey towards becoming a lethal goal-scoring machine.

In "Rondo Soccer Drills," we explore a coaching methodology that emphasizes ball retention, quick passing, and intelligent movement. This book offers a diverse range of innovative Rondo drills that can transform your team's ability to maintain possession, develop a deep understanding of spatial awareness, and enhance decision-making skills. Coaches and players will appreciate the wealth of exercises designed to keep the ball dancing and opponents chasing shadows.

"Soccer Greats Coming Home" delves into the world of 10 soccer legends, their journeys, and the invaluable lessons they bring to the field. This book goes to the roots of soccer icons, to offer valuable soccer insights and to inspire the next generation. Learn from the best as they share their experiences and wisdom, providing unique insights into what it takes to reach the pinnacle of the sport.

"World Cup Soccer Drills" takes inspiration from the world's most prestigious tournament to provide a collection of drills and exercises that encapsulate the essence of international soccer. Whether you're coaching a youth team or fine-tuning your own skills, this book offers a global perspective on training. You'll find drills designed to improve technical ability, tactical awareness, and the mental resilience needed to thrive on the world stage.

"Soccer Drills for Kids Ages 8-12" is a treasure trove of age-appropriate exercises tailored to young, aspiring players. Coaches and parents will find this book to be an invaluable resource in developing the foundational skills and fostering a love for the game in the next generation. With a focus on fun and engaging activities, this book ensures that young players enjoy their soccer journey while building a strong base for future success.

The Climb the Soccer Pyramid with Soccer Drills and Tactics book combines a diverse array of coaching expertise and soccer knowledge, making it an indispensable resource for players, coaches, and enthusiasts of all levels. Whether you're looking to improve your finishing, adopt cutting-edge training methods, learn from soccer legends, or nurture the next soccer stars, this book has something to offer for everyone.

by Bill Hinds (Author)

Soccer is the hottest trend in years, and Bill Hinds's comic strip Cleats finds endless humor in the sport's rowdy but lovable players, coaches, and parents. Cleats follows the trials and tribulations of a thoroughly contemporary team: Abby Harper, a competitive but kind 11-year-old on a select soccer team; Jack Dooley, Abby's 10-year-old neighbor, who's determined to move up from his recreational team to a select team; Armando "Mondo" Ruiz, a talented player who continues his family's tradition in the sport but prefers to remain on a rec team; Coaches "Bull" Tippit, a granite-jawed retired military man, and earnest Chester Nordling. Given soccer's soaring popularity, Who Tracked Soccer Through the House? A Cleats Collection is sure to score.

by Patrick Horne (Author)

They are the Forgotten Figures! They came from Africa, the Caribbean, the Americas, and the United Kingdom and showed America how to play soccer. They exhibited highly technical skills of the game, taught the youths in communities across the USA and Canada, and were their role models. They crusaded the game's uniqueness and its beauty. They were the black pioneers of the (original) North American Soccer League (1968-'84). Among them were the first MVPs of the league and the very first NASL Rookie of the Year; they were among the leading scorers and led their teams to NASL titles. In the process, they played a significant role in making the NASL a world-respected league, which led to the 1994 World Cup in the USA and now the successful MLS. Their efforts made soccer an American sport, and among them were Alberto, Archibald, Auguste, Best, Cannon, Charles, Coker, Cole, Cubillas, Cummings, David, De Leon, Eusebio, Evans, Fowles, Gamaldo, Grell, Horne, Horton, Ingram, Kapengwe, Knight, Lamptey, Largie, Lewis, Lichaba, Lindsay, Mathieu, Mfum, Mokgojoa, Motaung, Mwila, Ntsoelengoe, Odoi, Pearce, Phillips, Sanon, Scott, Sono, St. Lot, St. Vil, St. Vil, Steadman, Valentine, Welch, Welch, Whalen, and Pele. It all started with them; now they will be forgotten no more. This book is their tribute!

by Massimo Lucchesi (Author)

This book examines match strategies for creating goal scoring opportunities out of various systems of play. For each system, the author discusses the strategy, tactics, system and schemes of play as well as the technical, tactical and physical characteristics of the players who use the system. Several situational attacking schemes are also presented using clear diagrams and detailed descriptions.

by Michael Langdon (Author), Daniel Clark (Author), Matt Hamm (Author)

#1 CHILDREN'S SOCCER BOOK

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Introducing "BE THE G.O.A.T. - A Pick Your Own Soccer Destiny Adventure," a thrilling adventure book tailored for young readers aged 9 to 13. With its immersive "Choose Your Own Adventure" experience, you'll step into the boots of the legendary Lionel Messi and shape your soccer destiny with every turn of the page.

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by The Irreverent Pen (Author)

Soccer Coach Gift

This notebook makes perfect gifts for coaches or volunteers to show them how thankful you are of their contribution. The perfect way to say thank you to someone who has made a difference in your life.

Can be used as a notebook, journal or diary.

FEATURES:

• Premium Matte Finish Soft Cover
• Printed on Bright White Paper
• 6" x 9"
• 100 Lined Pages (50 pages front/back)

by Timothy F. Grainey (Author), Brittany Timko (Foreword by)

Though it burst into public consciousness only with the 1999 World Cup, women's soccer has been around almost as long as its male counterpart, flourishing in England during and after World War I. From the rise of women's soccer following Title IX legislation in the early seventies to the watershed 1999 World Cup performance that turned the American team into instant celebrities, soccer is now the most popular sport for girls and women, with participation growing exponentially worldwide. Beyond "Bend It Like Beckham" presents the first in-depth global analysis of the women's game--both where it has come from and where it is headed. With commentary from key players, coaches, and administrators, Timothy F. Grainey follows the sport's reach into the unlikeliest places today, even countries where women were banned from playing soccer just a few short years ago.
Though women in the United States and Canada still fight for equal treatment and funding, their situations differs markedly from the hostility, abuse, and even outright bans that some women still encounter in trying to pursue an activity they love. Through the prism of soccer, this book explores the struggle for women's rights abroad, in countries as diverse as Sweden, Russia, South Africa, Pakistan, Australia, and Iran.

Author Biography

Timothy F. Grainey is a sports journalist who has written extensively on soccer for World Football Pages, the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, Soccer365.com, Equalizersoccer.com, and TheGlobalGame.com.

by Larry Edwards (Author)

We all know that in soccer an individual is no use to the team - those who play for themselves will spend more time on the bench, used only as an impact substitute. In terms of team sports, few come close to the same levels required in modern soccer to succeed. The one exception to this rule, though, is the goalkeeper. The goalkeeper has begun to change in the last few years to something far more modern. If you are currently keeping goals for your team then you should be looking at some of the finest in the last twenty or thirty years for inspiration. After reading this fun, interesting, and easy to read book, you will know exactly who are the best soccer goalkeepers/goalies of the history to look into that can be the right role model for you to learn from. Get this book now and enjoy!

by Jacques Garin (Author)

"Baby's First Football Book" is an engaging and visually stimulating black and white baby book designed to captivate the curiosity of young minds. This unique book is specifically crafted to introduce infants to the world of football through high contrast images, fostering early reading skills and visual development.

Featuring captivating illustrations in bold black and white, this book is meticulously designed to capture the attention of babies during their early stages of visual perception. The high contrast images of balls, goals and football-related objects provide a mesmerizing experience, encouraging babies to explore and observe the world around them.

As babies engage with the captivating visuals, they develop their cognitive skills, pattern recognition, and visual tracking abilities. This book's carefully chosen black and white images provide the perfect stimuli for their growing minds, stimulating their visual cortex and fostering neural connections.

by Chuck Culpepper (Author)

Chuck Culpepper was a veteran sports journalist edging toward burnout . . . then he went to London and discovered the high-octane, fanatical (and bloody confusing!) world of English soccer.

Author Biography

CHUCK CULPEPPER writes for the Los Angeles Times and has written for Newsday and ESPN Books, among other publications.

by Oscar Amuz (Author)

by Larry Edwards (Author)

So, you're interested in learning about the best strikers of all-time! Who wouldn't? Soccer strikers are the most recognized names in the game itself. They are the ones that we always remember the number 9 who scored all the goals. The guy who turns up in the big game, and the guy who you love to watch on the TV and at the stadium! It's true, and nobody can say otherwise, that strikers are the most valuable part of a soccer team. They are the ones who are relied upon to be the best, to get the goals, to win the trophies. Goals win games and while other soccer players like a midfield player or a defending player can get away with not scoring so many goals, with strikers they need to be involved in the scoring all the time! After reading this fun, interesting, and easy to read book, you will know exactly who are the best strikers of the history to look into that can be the right role model for you to learn from. You will know exactly why there are quotes such as below: "There are some things Ronaldo can do with a football that make me touch my head and wonder how on earth he did it." -Portuguese star Luis Figo Malcolm Allison: "How do you spell Pele?" Pat Crerand: "Easy: G-O-D." -British television commentators during Mexico 1970 "Leo simply goes one way with his body and another with the ball. You have to either guess right or foul him." -Teammate Gerard Piqué ..and so much more.. Get this book and enjoy!

by Jd Morrison (Author)

Austin Learns to Play Soccer is a juvenile fiction text for young readers that is funny, educational and teaches basic character traits that all children are able to relate to and emulate. This book is definitely a good read and is sure to excite young readers who would want to read it several times over and share it with their peers. Likewise, adults as well would enjoy sharing this story with grade school children or their grandkids.

by Anawo Mathias (Author)

To become a good soccer player you must be simple yet sophisticated, you must simplify all you do with the ball in order to be truly effective but the problem is simple is very difficult it requires you to understand the basics of the game and why they are fundamental, and most importantly it requires a great deal of mental discipline. the aim of ball sense is to help you strip away the complexities of the game and expose the fine details that matters most, thereby helping you to play with the right priorities because for you to be simple yet sophisticated there most be orderliness, you must know what is truly important, what works and what doesn't.
Ball sense contains insight and lessons from the greatest minds in football such as Johan Cryuff, Cristiano Ronaldo, Pep Guardiola, Zlatan ibrahimovic and so many others.

by Aidnes Sanchez (Author), Jessica Yuncoza (Author), Daryange Ruiz (Author)

Autism Soccer started in 2012 as a way to help the little ones at home find passion and joy in sports. The foundation began as a non-profit and stands today as a bright place where children and adults within the autism spectrum disorder and related conditions can cohabit.

by Chest Dugger (Author)

Are you looking to take your kids' soccer game to the next level?

Check out this guide for youth soccer players (under 15 years) used by coaches, parents and players alike.

Soccer is the most popular team sport in the world. It is perfect for kids to play. It is safe, simple and the skills required can be easily acquired. Becoming an expert player requires high levels of dedication, natural athleticism and innate skills. Any girl or boy can take to the sport and find enjoyment at their own level.

It is for this reason that the game is escalating to such a rapid extent in the US. And it is why the need for coaches and players is growing continuously and rapidly. After all, who would not turn down the chance for their kids to keep physically fit, to allow their natural competitiveness to be channelled in an organized way, to be kept busy in a manner that is both productive and worthwhile? In addition to this, soccer develops dexterity, problem solving, collaboration, friendship, respect, self-discipline, team spirit and sportsmanship. All of which are life skills that are best acquired young.

But there is so much to learn for youngsters who wish to become soccer players at a good club level. Shooting, defending, pressing, passing, controlling the ball, the laws of the game (even professionals struggle at times with the offside law as do, it sometimes seems, the referees themselves). And more important than all of these, children must learn about the spirit of soccer. Fair play and the sportsmanship mentioned above. This is especially so for today's youngsters facing all the pressures of growing up in a challenging world driven by the twin pressures of consumerism and social media.

• The 7 different kinds of skills that kids need to learn in soccer
• How Ball Control Skills escalate the level of your kids soccer game
• 6 Passing Drills that will improve team cohesion quickly
• Offensive Tips, Tricks and Drills that will make your team win
• 6 Drills that will make your kids get to defend in numbers and strength
• How to get kids to learn from the pros on TV
• 6 Drills that will make your kids get to defend in numbers and strength
• 5 Dribbling Tips and Drills that will make your kid stand out
• How the Mental Side of Soccer will improve your kids social and life skills
• What Parents must do during soccer practice and games

Even if you've never played or watched soccer in your life before, you and your kids will gain a significant amount of knowledge from this book!

by Tamir Bar-On (Author)

As the world's most popular game, soccer is unique in its ability to reflect and impact culture, society, and politics. Beyond Soccer: International Relations and Politics as Seen through the Beautiful Game provides students with a new and innovative way to learn about political science and international relations. It uses soccer players, officials, fans, and organizations to teach political science concepts--such as geopolitics, discourses, and sovereignty--and IR theories--including realism, liberalism, and feminism. This text also incorporates three common soccer discourses to highlight the possibilities of soccer as a tool for unity and social change, as a defender of established power, and as simultaneously a mechanism used by established power and an engine for social resistance.

Author Biography

Tamir Bar-On is a researcher and professor in the School of Social Sciences and Government, Tec de Monterrey. He is the author of Where Have All the Fascists Gone? (2007), Rethinking the French New Right: Alternatives to Modernity (2013), and The World through Soccer: The Cultural Impact of a Global Sport (Rowman & Littlefield, 2014).

by Chest Dugger (Author)

Are you looking to take your kids' soccer game to the next level?

Check out this guide for youth soccer players (under 15 years) used by coaches, parents and players alike.

Soccer is the most popular team sport in the world. It is perfect for kids to play. It is safe, simple and the skills required can be easily acquired. Becoming an expert player requires high levels of dedication, natural athleticism and innate skills. Any girl or boy can take to the sport and find enjoyment at their own level.

It is for this reason that the game is escalating to such a rapid extent in the US. And it is why the need for coaches and players is growing continuously and rapidly. After all, who would not turn down the chance for their kids to keep physically fit, to allow their natural competitiveness to be channelled in an organized way, to be kept busy in a manner that is both productive and worthwhile? In addition to this, soccer develops dexterity, problem solving, collaboration, friendship, respect, self-discipline, team spirit and sportsmanship. All of which are life skills that are best acquired young.

But there is so much to learn for youngsters who wish to become soccer players at a good club level. Shooting, defending, pressing, passing, controlling the ball, the laws of the game (even professionals struggle at times with the offside law as do, it sometimes seems, the referees themselves). And more important than all of these, children must learn about the spirit of soccer. Fair play and the sportsmanship mentioned above. This is especially so for today's youngsters facing all the pressures of growing up in a challenging world driven by the twin pressures of consumerism and social media.

• The 7 different kinds of skills that kids need to learn in soccer
• How Ball Control Skills escalate the level of your kids soccer game
• 6 Passing Drills that will improve team cohesion quickly
• Offensive Tips, Tricks and Drills that will make your team win
• 6 Drills that will make your kids get to defend in numbers and strength
• How to get kids to learn from the pros on TV
• 6 Drills that will make your kids get to defend in numbers and strength
• 5 Dribbling Tips and Drills that will make your kid stand out
• How the Mental Side of Soccer will improve your kids social and life skills
• What Parents must do during soccer practice and games

Even if you've never played or watched soccer in your life before, you and your kids will gain a significant amount of knowledge from this book!

by Rich Daughtridge (Author)

Soccer-related Christian devotionals

Practical soccer coaching tips for all age levels

useful player tips to help improve your game.

"GOOOOAL!!!!" The sidelines on one side of the field turn into a frenzy of excitement, while on the other side, silence dominates the crowd.

From passionate goal scoring celebrations to the look of utter defeat on a goalkeeper's face, SOCCER reveals the spectrum of human emotion like no other sport can.

Beyond Soccer is a unique collection of soccer-related devotionals written to help both players and coaches discover Christian values and to encourage spiritual growth. The collection includes guest devotionals from college coaches, team chaplains, and other leaders in the soccer community. Coupled with information-packed, practical coaching and player tips. Beyond Soccer devotionals are easy to read, insightful and fun. This book will become a companion to your daily walk with God-on and off the field.

by Aidnes Sanchez (Author), Jessica Yuncoza (Author), Daryange Ruiz (Author)

Autism Soccer started in 2012 as a way to help the little ones at home find passion and joy in sports. The foundation began as a non-profit and stands today as a bright place where children and adults within the autism spectrum disorder and related conditions can cohabit.

by Ferdy Fitch (Author)

Soccer and football coloring book for boys, girls, and kids who love soccer! Featuring full-page drawings of soccer and football. Provides hours of fun and creativity. Makes a fun gift for kids!

★ Printed single side for no bleed through.
★ Pure white, 50 pound paper.
★ Large 8.5 x 11 pages.
★ Perfect sports coloring book for boys, girls, and kids of all ages.
★ Includes cute animals playing soccer!
★ Makes a great sports gift.

by Robert E. Connolly (Author)

Memories, Anecdotes and Stories from the Historyof Notre Dame Soccer as told by its participants

by Richard Scott (Author)

Canadian Soccer's All-Time Top 100 Women's Footballers (2024 Edition). The top 100 women's footballers from more than 40 years of Canadian soccer. Profiles and statistics from their international careers including FIFA World Cups and the Olympic Games. Also features Canada's ultimate FIFA World Cup squad and 28 future FIFA World Cup hopefuls. The world's all-time international goalscoring record holder Christine Sinclair is featured on the cover.

by Keith Baxter (Illustrator), Gordon Myers (Author)

In this down to earth book, parent and soccer coach Gordon Myers shares the wonderful insight into what makes young boys and girls playing soccer tick. The refreshing revelation is that all kids are quite similar as they grow and that wanting to really just have fun is quite evident. It is most often their own parents that take the child out of their children. Kids mess up, get excited, do like winning, care less about losing and do bounce right back as one might hope that they will. Their unique personalities bring character to the team. While self-motivation, even in a child, is a most powerful tool, the wrong motivation could have equally far reaching effects. This jovial, true to life, story should bring a warm smile to the reader as they experience the adventures of some very lucky kids at play in a very big playground.

Author Biography

Gordon Myers, a keen and extreme sportsman growing up has been coaching youth sports, especially soccer for over a decade and has seen very important trends among today's "sports kids". He has recognized the signs as they develop from kids, to teens to young adults on and off the field. His one-on-one style to help develop kids at their own pace and as individuals makes them feel like winners regardless of the score. His awareness and respect for each and every kid in their own world is what makes them keep coming back for more.

by David Winner (Author)

"A brilliant, thorough, utterly mad book, the product of the most admirable sort of enthusiasm: total. You like soccer, you don't like soccer, it doesn't matter. If you think of yourself as a serious fan, if you want to continue on the path towards enlightenment and take your devotion to another level, you'd best check out the standard being set here." --ESPN.com

by Beth Thompson (Author), Roksana Oslizlo (Illustrator)

Against all odds, the Red Dragons make it to the final of the junior soccer league cup.

As they battle hard against the Mighty Wasps a strange creature appeares on the pitch.

Is it a monster? Is it an alien?

No, it's a b...b...b...bear!

Who is this bear and what does he want?

Surely, bears can't play soccer...or can they?

by David Messi (Author)

Hello and welcome to Awesome Ad-libs Soccer Edition!
I love soccer and so I wanted to create an edition of Awesome Ad-libs that all soccer fans would be able to enjoy! This book contains 25 awesome soccer themed stories for you to complete. The pages in this book follow the format of a traditional ad-lib game. For each story, start by filling in the word page. Then turn to the story page and read out whatever hilarious story you've come up with!

by Ian Barker (Contribution by), Gwynne Williams (Contribution by), Charlie Slagle (Contribution by)

Attacking Principles of Play Coaching Manual explores the five principles of attack, namely penetration, width, support, mobility and improvisation. These concepts are detailed in 5 dynamic presentations to improve your teams attacking success. The manual is an ideal resource for coaches working with players 8 years and older and includes 23 activities expertly illustrated in full color.

Author Biography

Since 1988, David has studied and worked in youth education, soccer development and coaching. A former University Professor and CEO of a Youth Sports Company, David has been fortunate to travel extensively in the USA, meeting with coaches and club officials and learning about their approach to player development and coaching. Currently, David oversees United Soccer Coaches eLearning program. In a professional capacity, David has been providing consultant services and support to volunteer based youth programs for over 10 years, helping clubs to become more serious about player and coach development. David contributes articles regularly to soccer publications, has written books focusing on player and coach development and presents at national soccer events. David has an extensive coaching and playing background and works full time in youth soccer, education and club management. Newbery is a Director of Coaching and Player Development for a Youth Soccer Club with oversight of the coaching education and programming for recreation, competitive and elite programs. David played semi-pro football in London and Birmingham (English Leagues) during a 15 playing year career before moving into coaching and management. During 30 years of coaching, Newbery has coached at youth, College (NCAA D1) and Semi Professional levels. He developed the 5 Stage of Development Pathway, used as a framework for the United Soccer Coaches Player Development Curriculum model in 2007 (an adaptation of the LTAD model from Canada). He regularly contributes articles to soccer publications, has written books focusing on player and coach development and presents at national coaching events. In a volunteer capacity David coaches his son and daughter's soccer teams in local and regional competitions. Newbery has various coaching awards, most notably the United Soccer Coaches Advanced National Diploma. David is also an United Soccer Coaches Staff Instructor, delivering coaching education courses.

by Larry Edwards (Author)

This book is about the top 10 best soccer player of all time. Informative and easy to read for kids, this book cover all you need to know about the best soccer players in history. Soccer is a world most famous sport and this book is about the best soccer players ever in history. They are the players who mastered the game the best, became legends at their club, countries and all over the world. After reading this book, you will learn about why people say about these legends such as: *** Malcolm Allison: "How do you spell Pele?" Pat Crerand: "Easy: G-O-D." -British television commentators during Mexico 1970 **** "Leo simply goes one way with his body and another with the ball. You have to either guess right or foul him." -Teammate Gerard Piqué *** "When Ronaldo gets the ball, you can just leave him to it while he beats player after player." -Former teammate Ryan Giggs *** (and so much more...)

by J. Kenner (Author), Julie Kenner (Author)

After fourteen years as a stay-at-home mom, Kate Connor has finally rejoined the workforce. But unlike most working moms, Kate can't rearrange her home obligations to fit the needs of her job. Well, not easily, anyway. And not without a few little white lies.Because the truth is, no one in her family has any clue that she's returned to the job of her youth. Which means no late nights working beside her husband at the kitchen table while the kids watch television.Although, when you think about it, that's not necessarily a bad thing.Because when your job is fighting demons, taking your work home with you is a really, really bad idea ..."Kenner continues to put her fun, fresh twist on mommy-lit with another devilishly clever book."-Booklist

Author Biography

Julie Kenner (aka J. Kenner and J.K. Beck) is the New York Times, USA Today, Publishers Weekly, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of over forty novels, novellas and short stories in a variety of genres. Praised by Publishers Weekly as an author with a "flair for dialogue and eccentric characterizations," JK writes a range of stories including super sexy romances, paranormal romance, chick lit suspense and paranormal mommy lit. Her foray into the latter, Carpe Demon: Adventures of a Demon-Hunting Soccer Mom by Julie Kenner, is in development as a feature film with 1492 Pictures. Her most recent trilogy of erotic romances, The Stark Trilogy (as J. Kenner), reached as high as #2 on the New York Times list and is published in over twenty countries. JK lives in Central Texas, with her husband, two daughters, and several cats.

by Michael Ellis (Author)

Welcome to the exhilarating world of soccer, where the beautiful game unfolds with an abundance of astonishing stories, records, and moments that have captivated the hearts of fans across the globe. In "300 Amazing Soccer Facts," we invite you on a captivating journey through the annals of this beloved sport, unearthing remarkable anecdotes and statistics that shed light on its rich history and enduring allure.

From the hallowed grounds of iconic stadiums to the humble origins of the sport in the streets, this book is a tribute to the passion and dedication that make soccer more than just a game it's a way of life. Whether you're a lifelong enthusiast or a newcomer to the sport, these 300 fascinating facts will leave you awestruck, entertained, and enlightened.

Discover the legendary players who have left an indelible mark on the sport, the jaw-dropping goals that have defined eras, and the underdog stories that have captured the world's imagination. Dive deep into the numbers, milestones, and rivalries that have shaped the narrative of soccer, and gain a new appreciation for the sport's global impact.

Prepare to embark on a journey that will take you from the historic moments of the past to the thrilling matches of the present. "300 Amazing Soccer Facts" is your passport to the world's most popular sport, offering a glimpse into its magic, history, and enduring legacy. So, lace up your boots, grab your jersey, and get ready to be amazed by the incredible world of soccer.

by Gareth Long (Author), Jonathan Brammer (Author), Darren Laver (Author)

A Season of Coaching Sessions for Youth Soccer assists coaches in planning relevant, challenging, and engaging coaching sessions for their players and teams. The sessions provide Youth Soccer Coaches with a coaching program that can be delivered over a minimum of 24 coaching sessions. The program provides flexibility for coaches to modify and adapt the session to the needs of their players but also provides: - Clear coaching content - Player challenges - Descriptions of skill learning, problem-solving games, and zone-in drills and games - Options, progressions, and variations for each session - Illustrations to help you understand each activity/game - Templates for the coach to evaluate their coaching - Templates to evaluate player learning and progression The book explores 6 coaching themes over the season to challenge and prepare players to embed the technical and tactical concepts learned into game day. The coaching themes explored in this program are: 1. 1v1 attacking 2. In-possession 3. Finishing 4. Transitions 5. 1v1 defending 6. Out of possession

by Fiona Leard (Author)

Many professional footballers are currently using yoga to maintain their bodies for elite performance. This book gives you the yoga warm-up and cool-down routines used by players to improve flexibility, enhance circulation, increase joint mobility and assist recovery. The stretches have been adapted from The Yoga Edge: Techniques to Maximize Your Soccer Game, and are a simple and effective way to help you perform at your best. In the foreword, Australian football legend John Aloisi shares his experience with yoga and the benefits he gained during his playing career. This must-have soccer-specific stretching book is suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

Author Biography

Fiona Leard has worked with the Sydney Football Club for a number of seasons conducting weekly yoga classes and guiding players with their warm-up and cool-down stretches. She holds a Master's Degree in Sports Science, is a Certified yoga teacher, and the author of The Yoga Edge: Techniques to Maximize Your Soccer Game. She began teaching one-to-one yoga sessions with players in the A-League in Australia in 2008, and continues her work with individuals, focusing on body maintenance to reduce the risk of soft tissue injury and enhance performance on the pitch.

by Andy Elleray (Author)

In 65 Goalkeeper Training Exercises, goalkeeping coach and educator, Andy Elleray, offers fellow football coaches a way of training that takes keepers from the confines of the goal or penalty area, into new, challenging, and fulfilling settings. Games-based goalkeeper training is an alternative to the traditional goalkeeping curriculum and combines physical, psychological, technical, tactical and social skills in small situations that keepers will face in matches. These include 1v1s, communicating with the defence, decision making, shot stopping, and more.

Games-based training is about using games and activities drawn from football, selected sports, physical education, sports science, and other spheres, to help progress keepers with the skills they will really need in competitive match situations. Aimed at readers who coach goalkeepers at all levels, from junior level to elite standard, the games can be conducted within a variety of playing environments including, in many cases, indoors.

Goalkeepers will be working on areas of their game relevant to their position without them even knowing it because they will be made to think quickly and do what comes naturally to them. They will be learning to cope with new and challenging situations in these games and often how to work as a team to win points or solve a problem.

Whilst standard technical drills still have a central role to play in goalkeeper development, games-based development aims to offer an alternative to traditional sessions. Much of games-based goalkeeper training is designed for coaches who have a large group of goalkeepers to work with. With large numbers, it is very hard to do small technical practices in goals, because of space constraints and having so many goalkeepers not working.

65 Goalkeeper Training Exercises is a must-have addition to every coach's bookshelf.

Note: This book utilises some selectively curated content from Andy Elleray's acclaimed book Scientific Approaches to Goalkeeping in Football: A practical perspective on the most unique position in sport. If you have already invested in the Scientific Approaches book, please do not purchase this title.

by Deji Badiru (Author)

This is a book of historical legacy of a Catholic secondary school in Lagos, Nigeria, with a long-term reputation for academic excellence, student discipline, and soccer superiority. The focus of this book is to salute, recognize, and celebrate the special group of Students, the soccer players, of Saint Finbarr's College, Lagos, Nigeria. Much has been written about the accomplishments of other groups of ex-Finbarrians, but nothing has been written collectively about the soccer players. It is a book targeting the alumni of the school to bring appropriate glory and recognition to the soccer players of the school, many of whom have gone on to play for the Nigerian National Team as well as play professionally around the world.

by Luz Aramburo (Author)

This isn't a book about becoming a sports expert. It's a book about understanding the person you love without losing sight of yourself. Soccer season isn't the real problem - disconnection is. This guide helps you navigate both thoughtfully, clearly, and with your agency intact.

Blending emotional intelligence, relationship tools, and real-world examples, this book shows you how to stay connected when his attention is glued to the match, how to set boundaries without blowing things up, and how to define for yourself what a healthy partnership looks like - not what tradition, friends, or the internet say it "should" be.

Inside, you'll find:

⚽ Why fandom pulls him in - and what it means for you

⚽ Scripts, tools, and conversation guides that reduce conflict and increase connection

⚽ Negotiation strategies for schedules, social plans, screen time, emotional spillover, gambling, drinking, and more

⚽ A crash course in soccer basics - just enough to understand the stakes without pretending to be someone you're not

⚽ Relationship insights grounded in evidence-based principles (minus the jargon)

⚽ A World Cup survival plan - because yes, it is a five-week rollercoaster

Most importantly, this book helps you decide how you want to show up in your relationship - with clarity, boundaries, humor, and presence.

You don't need to love soccer. You don't need to perform interest. You just need to understand what's happening - in him, in you, and between you - so you can make intentional choices about what actually works.

Whether you love the game, tolerate it, or wish it would just be over, this guide gives you perspective, language, and agency.

Protect your peace. Honor your voice. Build a relationship that fits the person you're becoming - not the role you think you're supposed to play.

by James Weber (Author)

It's easy to see professional athletes as people who were simply born lucky and talented, but who were they before they hit the big time? Who are they, even now, when they're off the field and the cameras aren't running?

Twenty-two-year-old pro soccer player James Weber once looked at sports stars as flawless other beings, too-and then he became one. In an effort to educate and encourage other dreamers, he offers an honest glimpse into the numerous victories and defeats that he had to navigate on his way to achieving his goals. From dealing with doubters as a high school athlete living in Wisconsin to later being blindsided with success only to lose everything when he tore his ACL, his candid tell-all tale reveals the truth that carries him to this day-with God anything is possible.

While it's certainly an informative and motivational read for students pursuing a career in sports, Weber's story has the potential to impact anyone who wants to understand God's plan and live a rewarding life.

Author Biography

James Weber is a twenty-two-year-old professional soccer player living in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In addition to being a youth soccer coach, he is also the founder of Faith Revived, an organization dedicated to spreading the word of God and making both children and adults aware of how God can impact their lives through camps, retreats, and seminars.

by Carline Constant (Author), Gregory Constant (Author), Leena Shariq (Illustrator)

Amari and Aida SOCCER Coloring & Activity Workbook For Kids! is the companion workbook to the story "The Champ" that captures the relationship between a boy and his grandpa in sports. The workbook outlines scenes from the matching book with activities. Let's have fun with Amari and Aida creating, completing SOCCER activities in ELA, math, phonics, SEL, and coloring soccer gears! Join Amari, his sister Aida, and Grandpa on their quest to turn Amari into a soccer champion who embraces the value of teamwork.

by Mirsad Hasic (Author)

Discover Secrets That Will Take Your Goalkeeping Skills from Average to Superior, Today How to Improve Your Goalie Intelligence

There is a highly efficient method for improving your intelligence as a goalie that you can adapt immediately to your game.

There is nothing advanced about it, but I assure you that it will do wonders for your game because most keepers are not taking advantage of it.

Being able to save penalties is worth gold because not only will you be able to become the hero and lead your team to the victory, you will also gain authority among the opponents as well.

There are few points you must pay attention that often decide the outcome of the penalty kick. By turning them to your advantage you will be able to highly increase your chance of saving the penalty.

In this book I will reveal each of them and explain how you can benefit from them as well.

The secret to saving free kicks is to know how to arrange your wall properly and avoid the common pitfalls related.

There are few specific points that will either make or break your wall and in this book I will reveal each of them and explain how to turn them to your advantage.

Having good confidence is very important to your goalkeeping no matter what level you are playing at. Without it, performing well is going to be really thought, if possible.

In this book I will give you tips that will raise your confidence from the ashes and you will also learn how to avoid falling into the same negative behavior again.

Discover the secrets to becoming a great goalkeeper and take your skills from average to superior!

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