Soccer

by Mirsad Hasic (Author)

How to Believe in Yourself and Your Performance?

Are you one of these players who don't believe in himself and always get discourage by your performance during your games?

In this book I will explain how to really believe in what you are doing on the soccer field which will indirectly improve your overall performance.

By believing in yourself, you will also take several steps in your development and become that successful player you always wanted to be.

While most soccer players want to forget about their setbacks as fast as possible you will learn to do the complete opposite and improve your game with several levels.

By studying your setbacks you will be able to identify the pitfalls that cause your performance to fail over and over and eliminate them once for all.

This is easier than you think, but you need the right tools to do so and in this book I will explain exactly how I did it!

There are few things that will transform your mindset into a master's and I will reveal each of them and show you how to utilize them with success as well.

Reaching a masters state of mind is not rocket science, it's pretty easy actually but you need to know the right path which the crucial ingredients.

After you reach this state of mind you will start playing like never before and dominate your games no matter what opponents you are facing.

There is a huge difference between playing games that don't mean anything while playing the game of your life where failure is not an option.

I will explain how you can succeed in these games by taking advantage of some few strategies that will help you maximize the change of doing your very best.

Discover the secrets to mastering your mental toughness and take your soccer performance to the next level.

Simply scroll to the top of this page and click on the " Buy Now With 1-Click " button!

by Chris King (Author)

REVIEWS FOR CHRIS KING'S PREVIOUS KIDS SOCCER COACHING BOOKS:
"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

If you're a parent, volunteer, or beginner coach working with kids aged 3 to 6, this book gives you everything you need to run fun, simple, and effective sessions.

No complex tactics. No confusing jargon. Just practical ideas that work.

⚽ What's Inside:

• Simple, easy-to-follow coaching tips
• Fun games kids will actually enjoy
• Basic drills to build core skills
• Advice on managing young players
• Session ideas you can use straight away

by Philip Phillipou (Author)

Master's Thesis from the year 2017 in the subject Health - Sport - Kinematics and Training Theory, grade: 9.0/10.0, Universidad Europea de Madrid (Escuela Universitaria Real Madrid), course: Master in Talent Identification and Development in Soccer, language: English, abstract: This paper will demonstrate a long term athlete development programme based on a four dimensional approach (tactical, technical, physical and psycho-social). A one dimensional approach in isolation would be unrealistic and detrimental to football development. The modern game is rich in intensity, is multi-skilled, a contact sport and requires a quick thought-process. Therefore, a four dimensional approach will be used to combat these main pillars. The information will be based upon a situation of an Academy Manager to develop elite players for the first team. The goal will be to develop at least 3 youth players for the first team every 2 seasons. The club which this paper is based on will follow the philosophy of developing players for the first team as opposed to a club that is willing to spend money on players who are already established or buying already talented young players from other clubs rather than developing their own. Extensive research will be taken from books, academic papers, lectures, my own experiences and other reliable sources to gain maximal knowledge. Furthermore, each age group will be throughly discussed by analysing the potential benefits and fragilities of each age group, and also looking on how best to deal with these issues to obtain the maximal potential of each player. Finally, the curriculum advances in an age appropriate manner to show a clear progression through the age groups into adulthood.

by Bill Sampaio (Contribution by), Eddie Henderson (Contribution by), Lang Wedemeyer (Contribution by)

60 technical training activities for 8-18 year old soccer players is an ideal resource for coaches working with 8-18 year old players and includes 60 coaching activities expertly illustrated in black and white. To assist coaches choose the right activity based on the ability and readiness of players, we have included the 'Competency Matrix' from the NSCAA Player Development Curriculum. For each activity we have identified the most appropriate Stage/s of Development and listed the primary performance competencies. The manual supports the NSCAA 'Top Ten Series', an eLearning program offered by NSCAA in 2014, featuring 6 topics related to technical development of players 8-18 years old. To see the on-demand recordings of these presentations and to learn more about NSCAA eLearning, visit www.NSCAA.com/eLearning. Six NSCAA Instructors contributed to this manual and they provide an abundance of coaching tips and their guidance to adapt the content to change the level of difficulty to more or less challenging. This is an excellent resource for an experienced and novice coach alike. Edited by David Newbery - eLearning Coordinator, NSCAA Topics and Contributors Top 10 Futsal activities to develop speed of play in the modern game; Bill Sampaio - National Director, US Futsal. Top 10 Passing activities to improve first touch and speed of play; Eddie Henderson - Academy Director, Puget Sound Premier League. Top 10 Ways to connect agility and technical development into a warm-up; Lang Wedemeyer - Women's Head Coach, South Dakota State University. Top 10 1v1 to 3v3 transition activities; Neil Hull - NSCAA National Staff and NSCAA Texas State Director. Top 10 Technical training activities for creative players; Ricky King - Coaching Education Administrator, New York Red Bulls. Top 10 Activities for coaching defending in pairs and units; Felicity Smith-Day - NSCAA Academy Staff and Director of Coaching, John Smith Soccer Academy.

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. David oversees the NSCAA eLearning program and is Coordinator for NSCAA Club Standards Project. David developed the 5 Stage of Development Pathway, used as a framework for the NSCAA Player Development Curriculum model, in 2007 (an adaptation of the LTAD model from Canada). He contributes articles regularly to soccer publications, has written books focusing on player and coach development and presents at national soccer events. In a volunteer capacity David operates a youth soccer program for player's age 3 to 11 in Connecticut and Rhode Island.

by Idowu Koyenikan (Author)

From the best-selling author of Wealth for All and one of the most quoted men alive comes this entertaining and instructive book. Until now, who knew that you could learn so much about success in life and business from the game of soccer? In this book, Idowu shares deep truths about success, using examples from the beautiful game in ways never written before. For a game that has been around for thousands of years, it is incredible that no one has done it till now. Once you read this book, you will never look at soccer the same way again. In this book, you will learn how the following impact your success in life and business:

• How Ronaldo, Messi, Neymar, Hazard, Maradona, Zidane, Ronaldinho, Maldini, and other legends of the game learned to be so good.
• The two reasons why soccer is the most popular sport in the world and how you can apply the game's principles to your success.
• What soccer positions teach us about positioning ourselves for success.
• What the core of leadership means, summarized in just seven words.
• And much more.

This quick-and-easy read will help you develop an appreciation of the game like you've never had before.

by Mirsad Hasic (Author)

DISCOVER:: How to Finally Clear Away ALL The Hurdles Keeping You From Becoming a Super Soccer Smash Success! Whether you call it futbol or soccer, one thing is clear: when you love the sport, it really shows. Extra practice? No big deal. Watching your soccer heroes? Yes, please! Sticking to your diet? OK, why not.
But if you aren't smashing through records and earning the praise of your entire team, you might be more than just a little frustrated. You may even feel like quitting. Don't quit. The goals you want are in your reach...it just takes a little more time than you expected. If you don't have mistakes to learn from, you'll go in circles making your own mistakes instead. That might show you a few things, but why go through more trial and error than you need to deal with? YOUR MISSION: Unlock Two Decades of Soccer Mistakes and Become Amazingly Good in the Process! I've been playing soccer for a long time, and believe me; I've made plenty of mistakes along the way. Every mistake taught me something, but sometimes the costs were a little higher than I wanted to pay at the time. Look, there's no instant way to be as good as Pele was in his prime or being able to steal the show like Beckham! But you can get started today. I know how hard it is to not reach your goals. That's why I'm taking what I've learned and packing it into a fun, straightforward guide for you to read and put into practice immediately. DOWNLOAD:: 44 Secrets for Playing Great Soccer When you download this book, you'll learn...

• How to predict your opponent's next move...even the "sneaky" ones!
• A really ninja-inspired way to learn new skills faster
• How to turn what looks like "rain" into "sunshine" for the whole team, regardless of how you're feeling on the field!
• A clever way to shift your thinking...if you dare... (Hint: it'll go a long way into making you a legend!)

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

Welcome to 25 Essential Soccer Games and Competitions. If you organise, or coach at, Soccer Camps or Football Festivals then this book is designed for you. If you are a coach or PE Teacher who has to look after large number of players then you will also discover 25 games and competition that are perfect for you and your players. You already know how to organise round robin, knockout, ladder and league competitions so increase your repertoire by reading this book! When dealing with large groups it is important to play games and competitions that keep the players active, challenged, motivated and thinking. Games and competitions, if designed cleverly, can enable players to experience and develop important social and psychological attributes, as well as their technical, tactical and psychical skills. By using and adapting the new, innovative games and competitions included within this book you can ensure players get lots of opportunities to compete, collaborate and communicate with the other players on the program. We hope that you and your players enjoy competing, collaborating and communicating and most importantly enjoy playing the games within this book!

by C. I. Demann (Author)

At two high schools on opposite sides of town, girls showed up for the first day of soccer practice, and everyone thought they knew how the season would go. West Sycamore's team had always been pretty average. No one expected that to change. East Sycamore's team was the best in the state, with a lineup full of All-Stars. Anything less than a state championship would have been a disappointment. But in sports, things rarely go according to plan. There were new arrivals. There were injuries. There were red cards and penalties and fights in the locker room. Boyfriends and girlfriends and deaths in the family. Add it all together and you get a season people are still talking about 10 years later. This is the story of that season, the greatest girls soccer season that never actually happened, told through interviews with the young women who didn't actually live it.

by Christina Soontornvat (Author)

Winner of the 2021 Kirkus Prize for Young People's Literature
A 2021 Newbery Honor Book
A 2021 Robert F. Sibert Honor Book
A 2021 YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults Finalist
A 2021 Orbis Pictus Honor Book

Author Biography

Christina Soontornvat grew up in a small Texas town, where she spent many childhood days behind the counter of her parents' Thai restaurant with her nose in a book. She is the author of many books for young readers, including three Newbery Honor Books: A Wish in the Dark, also a Jane Addams Children's Book Award winner; The Last Mapmaker, also a Walter Dean Myers Award Honor Book; and All Thirteen: The Incredible Cave Rescue of the Thai Boys' Soccer Team, also a Robert F. Sibert Honor Book and a YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults finalist. Her picture books include A Life of Service: The Story of Senator Tammy Duckworth and The Blunders: A Counting Catastrophe! Christina Soontornvat lives in Tennessee.

by Bill Sampaio (Contribution by), Eddie Henderson (Contribution by), Lang Wedemeyer (Contribution by)

60 technical training activities for 8-18 year old soccer players, is an ideal resource for coaches working with 8-18 year old players and includes 60 coaching activities expertly illustrated in full color. To assist coaches choose the right activity based on the ability and readiness of players, we have included the 'Competency Matrix' from the NSCAA Player Development Curriculum. For each activity we have identified the most appropriate Stage/s of Development and listed the primary performance competencies. The manual supports the NSCAA 'Top Ten Series', an eLearning program offered by NSCAA in 2014, featuring 6 topics related to technical development of players 8-18 years old. To see the on-demand recordings of these presentations and to learn more about NSCAA eLearning, visit www.NSCAA.com/eLearning. Six NSCAA Instructors contributed to this manual and they provide an abundance of coaching tips and their guidance to adapt the content to change the level of difficulty to more or less challenging. This is an excellent resource for an experienced and novice coach alike. Edited by David Newbery - eLearning Coordinator, NSCAA Topics and Contributors Top 10 Futsal activities to develop speed of play in the modern game; Bill Sampaio - National Director, US Futsal. Top 10 Passing activities to improve first touch and speed of play; Eddie Henderson - Academy Director, Puget Sound Premier League. Top 10 Ways to connect agility and technical development into a warm-up; Lang Wedemeyer - Women's Head Coach, South Dakota State University. Top 10 1v1 to 3v3 transition activities; Neil Hull - NSCAA National Staff and NSCAA Texas State Director. Top 10 Technical training activities for creative players; Ricky King - Coaching Education Administrator, New York Red Bulls. Top 10 Activities for coaching defending in pairs and units; Felicity Smith-Day - NSCAA Academy Staff and Director of Coaching, John Smith Soccer Academy.

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. David oversees the NSCAA eLearning program and is Coordinator for NSCAA Club Standards Project. David developed the 5 Stage of Development Pathway, used as a framework for the NSCAA Player Development Curriculum model, in 2007 (an adaptation of the LTAD model from Canada). He contributes articles regularly to soccer publications, has written books focusing on player and coach development and presents at national soccer events. In a volunteer capacity David operates a youth soccer program for player's age 3 to 11 in Connecticut and Rhode Island.

by Mirsad Hasic (Author)

DISCOVER:: 44 Powerful Defender Secrets That Will Transform You into a Super Defender, Today! Being a defender in soccer is not easy. In today's modern game, you need to possess both defensive but also offensive skills in order to make it to the top. Tackling and clearing the balls is not enough anymore; you must have more skills than that! Many players aren't aware of this, which limits their full potential greatly. Imagine having the potential to rise to the top and reach the largest soccer stadiums, only to fall short and be left behind. That's not a future anyone wants, of course. Thankfully, we can avoid it together. The desire to see you succeed is why I'm finally pulling back the curtain and revealing exactly what it takes to elevate your game as a defender. Take the Struggle Out of Elevating Your Game ... Let Me Show You The Fastest Way To the Top! It's important that you understand that having success without failures is impossible and that you need to fail a lot of times before you succeed. Luckily, in this book I am going to remove a lot of those pitfalls and show you how you can succeed instantly. Let's get a few things out of the way here: you can't rise to the top without a few failures. You may have to fail a lot of times before you actually make it. I know I did when I started playing soccer. The point of this book is to help you shortcut all of the mistakes and get back to the victory part. Because victory just feels great, right? If you focus on how good success feels, you'll be able to deal with the slow rise to glory. The biggest component of your success will be the mindset you have through the entire journey. You can't become a successful soccer player at the largest stadiums with a bad attitude. It will seep into everything that you do. The worst thing you can do is read this book and not take action. If you do take action, I guarantee you that you will see some really amazing improvements in your game. You'll also notice that you've simply transformed into a more skillful defender, practically overnight by implementing the secrets outlined in this book. DOWNLOAD:: 44 Soccer Defender Mistakes to Avoid When you download 44 Soccer Defender Mistakes to Avoid, you'll learn...

• How to avoid positioning yourself the wrong way
• Why you should know the striker you are marking
• How to avoid losing your motivation and confidence
• Why poor communication can completely destroy your performance
• How to become skillful at corners and air plays in offense
• Why you must be able to play in different defensive roles

by Mirsad Hasic (Author)

Discover: The 44 Guidelines That Shape the Path of All Successful GoalKeepers Ever thought about improving your skills in between the three bars? Ever asked what do I need to become great? This book will answer it all for you by showing you "by examples" the 44 things that successful goal keepers do in order to mark their names in the history of modern football. Find out: The Single Skill That You Need so you can become the next great goal keeper Ever asked why some keepers fail despite having fantastic physical attributes? Or, have you ever asked yourself, what is the one quality that if been given to any keeper, it will make him super successful? This book answers all your questions. ACQUIRE: The Mental Edge That Will Help you see new possibilities and frequent success like you ve never seen before This book is not just about football, this book will teach you how to develop the strong, successful mindset that will allow you to achieve success in ANY and ALL fields of life. The results you will achieve from following the advices listed in this book will change your life forever. Would You Like To Know More Get this book and skyrocket your goalkeeper performance without any further delay. Scroll to the top of this page and select the BUY button.

by Adrian Lobley (Author)

The Football Match is a book to help young children read their first words. It is targeted at young football fans who know the alphabet but cannot yet translate the combination of letters into words. It also assists with writing, numeracy, selecting the correct page and learning about football. The book is an adventure where the child chooses on each page what they want to happen in the football match. When they score a goal they write the new score in. Developed to link school and home learning, 'The Match' series builds children's confidenceand also introduces them to phonics.

Author Biography

Adrian Lobley writes non-fiction, fiction and children's education books. He lives in Leeds works in IT and writes in his spare time. He is chairman of his tennis club. "The Tennis Psychologist" (non-fiction): With 25 years experience of managing tennis teams, Adrian compiled all his learnings about the psychology of the game into one book. "The Tennis Psychologist" was Adrian's first book and has become the UK's best-seller since its launch in 2013. "A Learn to Read Book: The Football Match" (children's Education): Adrian's second book, released in 2014, is the first book in the 'A Learn to Read Book' series which helps young children (Phonics Level 1) to read their first words. Adrian wrote this in order to help his football-mad son learn to read. "A Learn to Read Book: The Tennis Match" (children's Education): Adrian's third book, released in 2015, is the second book in the 'A Learn to Read Book' series which helps young children (Phonics Level 1) to read their first words. "The Tennis Club at Worple Road" (fiction): Released in 2015. A crime thriller which is based around the real life timeline of events that were integral to the explosion of lawn tennis on the world.

by Christoph Friedrich (Author)

This book gives coaches with all backgrounds a solid foundation for specialized training at every age and skill level. It contains basic soccer training information designed for a specific level of skill. Coaches of U6-U12 players and teams will find all the information they need for their day-to-day coaching. With practice games and exercises that are up-to-date, motivational and age appropriate for a range of skill levels, this book shows how you can make your players physically stronger, tactically more flexible and technically sound. Here is what you get: 640+ Soccer Drills And Practices 500+ Variations Descriptions Diagrams Coaching Points

by Dylan Dribble (Author)

Want to ignite your young soccer fan's passion for the beautiful game?

This engaging collection covers everything for young readers fascinated by soccer - from the sport's history to modern superstars, essential skills to dramatic championships, childhood origins to legendary careers. Consider it the ultimate guide to soccer heroes!

Inside this thrilling soccer adventure, fans will discover:

• The humble beginnings of megastars like Pele, Maradona, and Zidane
• Essential lessons on practice, perseverance, and achieving dreams
• Thrilling accounts of the greatest teams, nail-biting matches, and World Cup glory
• Step-by-step instruction on dribbling, passing, defending and more
• Rankings of the most jaw-dropping bicycle kicks and free kick goals
• Fun facts and trivia to test their football knowledge

And much more to inspire a lifelong passion for the beautiful game!

Amazing Soccer Stories for Young Athletes is the perfect gift to engage your child's joy for the sport. Its motivational tales and insider stories will deepen their knowledge and fandom.

If you want to educate and inspire your child's love for soccer, grab a copy today! It will become their treasured guide to the game's legends.

by Mirsad Hasic (Author)

DISCOVER:: 44 Soccer Striker Mistakes That You Must Avoid, Today! Would you like to discover the mistakes that decides whether you are going to succeed as soccer striker or not? Playing striker is not an easy job, but there are mistakes that you must avoid at all cost. Those mistakes can either make or break your game which is why it is so critical to identify them early on and then take measurements against them. You see, as a striker you need to be aware of that you'll have a lot of pressure to bear. This includes opponents that will do anything they can to stop you to the responsibility of scoring goals. After all, that's what you are supposed to do as striker: score, score and then yes...score again! You may have heard the expression "...that player has a nose for the goal" but let me tell you something: this is a total myth. The reason for why a player has "nose for the goal" is because he is able to eliminate the mistakes and turn them into his favor. Breaking Down The Mistakes is Critical for Your Success... One of the biggest mistakes soccer strikers face is not fighting for every ball, no matter if there is not even a realistic chance of winning it and scoring from it. I see this constantly in amateur soccer and it's something that separates the professionals from the amateurs. If you study professional soccer you'll notice that that strikers go for every ball no matter the chance of scoring. This needs to be your natural instinct because you can't hope for the ball to come to you, but you need to do everything your power to fight for that ball, even if the chances of winning it are beyond microscopic. By doing this you will developer a natural behavior that will help you score goals from thin air because by fighting for every ball you'll also be able to create scoring chances out of the impossible. DOWNLOAD:: 44 Soccer Striker Mistakes to Avoid When you download 44 Soccer Striker Mistakes to Avoid, you'll learn...

• How to identify scoring opportunities before they even appear
• How to play between the 2 center defenders of the opposing team
• Knowing when to run after the ball and when to stay calm and wait
• Why you should learn how to let go of past mistakes in your game
• Discover how to use the weather to your benefit during your games
• Learn why you should mastering what you are actually good at

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

If coaches believe that an intelligent player is one who can make excellent decisions when under pressure in order to overcome the problems faced in the game, then coaches need to allow players to learn, practise and develop these attributes. This book is about using small-sided soccer games (SSGs) to enable players to experience and improve their problem solving and decision making skills. It is not about 'rewarding' players with a game at the end of training, but rather it is about using SSGs as a fundamental pillar of all coaching sessions in order to develop, challenge and improve players' technical, tactical, physical, psychological and social qualities. This book features 25 original soccer games which have been designed by Soccer IQ and the International Street Soccer Association to place your players in realistic, motivating, enjoyable and challenging situations where they can develop their understanding of the game and become 'thinking players'. The games will allow and encourage players to plan, experiment and evaluate their decision making and problem-solving ability. This is a book that helps a coach plan stimulating and purposeful coaching sessions based on a holistic approach to player development. In turn each game can easily be adapted to reflect the needs of your players and team. We hope you and your players enjoy the games which follow; and that they may help you to design your own games to help develop your players' problem-solving and decision-making skills.

by Peter Prickett (Author)

The 3v3 Football Training books, by world-renowned coach and coach educator Peter Prickett, are some of the best-selling and acclaimed coaching books of recent years. Now, all three titles are available in one 500-page, heavyweight, one-stop shop for all your coaching needs. More than 325 illustrated training games are included.

Developing Skill: A Guide to 3v3 Soccer Coaching

In Book 1, coaches of all levels, working with players across all age groups and abilities, will learn to utilise the 3v3 method to develop skilful individuals and effective teams. The book builds up from 1v1 to 3v3 through technical exercises that improve individual skills. Then, it moves beyond 3v3, adding in more players (including goalkeepers) as situations demand it.

Developing Skill 2: A Guide to 3v3 Soccer Coaching

In Book 2, Peter advances the core principles of football through small-sided games, and the book's focus is on the creation and conversion of goal scoring opportunities, as well as deeper dives into session design to help coaches create better practices.

3v3: Inspired By Legends

In Book 3, Peter explains that since young footballers love to play, and a lot of inspiration comes from their heroes, we should use legendary players of the game as exemplars. In doing so, young players immediately have images in their minds of the task at hand, and the skill they are about to execute. Cristiano Ronaldo's chop, Neymar's flick, Lionel Messi's mazy dribbles, and Harry Kane's deadly finishing are just some of the 45 inspirational figures and actions in the book.

Note: This is a compilation publication of Developing Skill: A Guide to 3v3 Soccer Coaching, Developing Skill 2: A Guide to 3v3 Soccer Coaching, and 3v3: Inspired By Legends.

by Mirsad Hasic (Author)

DISCOVER:: 44 Awesome Secrets That Will Transform You into a Skillful Soccer Midfielder, Today! Your mission, should you choose to accept it: play as a successfull soccer player. This means that you accept the huge responsibility of being the midfielder and commit to playing well. This position can either lead the team to victory, or crushing defeat. Like most things in life, it's up to you to choose which direction you go. The tasks of a midfielder are critical on the field: they must be able to move the ball selectively, build strong attacks, defend the ball skillfully and also go the extra mile to score as many goals as possible. It's a lot of risk, but it's also a lot of reward...if you know how to take the next step. In this book, I lay out the next step... and then some. Why? That's what will be required for you to rise as a midfielder, earning respect, recognition, and rewards. Let me make the path to success easier for an action-taker such as yourself. Stop Failing Over and Over ... Let Me Catapult You to The Peak Top! In order to succeed on the soccer midfield you need to stop doing the same mistakes over and over again, and then start doing the things right. This can be really hard especially if you are not even aware of what you are doing wrong. This is why I am going to reveal how to exactly identify those mistakes and stop doing them once for all. I guarantee that you will be able to notice amazing results in your performance on the soccer field. You will not find this information in any other book as those are my personal objectives and thoughts that I have built through the years of an active career. DOWNLOAD:: 44 Soccer Midfielder Mistakes to Avoid When you download 44 Soccer Midfielder Mistakes to Avoid, you'll learn...

• How to take on different roles and play in different midfielder positions
• Find new ways to enhance your passing and shooting skills so you can add extra attacking solutions for your team
• How to position yourself so that you can clear more balls without using too many tackles
• Learn the secret behind why so many great players last longer than their peers
• How to use your mental powers the night before a competition so that you can perform at your very best on game day
• Find out the one thing that all the great defensive midfielders in the world focus on to become even better

by Andy Elleray (Author)

In 50 More Goalkeeper Training Exercises, goalkeeping coach Andy Elleray follows up his previous book - 65 Goalkeeper Training Exercises - to provide fellow football coaches with a wide variety of new practices that cover many aspects of goalkeeping. Practices are aimed at developing holistically-comfortable and effective goalkeepers who fit into different coaching philosophies and approaches. The practices are designed for working on the specific skills that goalkeepers need within the game.

The goalkeeper training exercises in the book focus on five main viewpoints - technical, tactical, psychological, physical, and social/environmental. Each practice is weighted to develop these elements to greater and lesser degrees, and exercises include 1v1 techniques, decision making, shot stopping from different angles/distances, travelling around the goalmouth, re-positioning, cutback scenarios, and more.

All the listed practices are real-world and have been used at a variety of levels within football to enhance goalkeeper development of all ages. They can all be adapted based on the numbers of players and resources available to the coach, while fundamental factors such as time and space allow the coach to be creative with how the exercises are implemented. The book's introduction and glossary sections outline how to go about applying the exercises and offer suggestions based on goalkeeping themes and the learning detail required within them.

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

by Christoph Friedrich (Author)

This book gives youth coaches a solid foundation for specialized training at every age and skill level. It contains basic soccer coaching information designed for a specific level of skill.Coaches of U13-U20 players and teams will find all the information they need for their day-to-day coaching. With practice games and exercises that are up-to-date, motivational and age appropriate for a range of skill levels, this book shows how you can make your players physically stronger, tactically more flexible and technically sound.Here is what you get:820+ Soccer Training Drills700+ VariationsDescriptionsDiagramsCoaching Points

by Adrian Webster (Author)

Adrian Webster's new coaching book. Applying an insider's view to his career of over 50 years playing and coaching all the levels of the beautiful game.I first got into coaching when I went to play for the Seattle Sounders in 1974 as part of their off-season program.My involvement in football/soccer spans 50 years as a player, coach and manager.I have coached youth, senior players, pros and women's soccer.During my six seasons with the Sounders, my biggest influences were John Best, Jimmy Gabriel, Bobby Howe and Harry Redknapp.I hope this book will offer something for every level of the game.Remember ' Practice makes Permanent 'Enjoy!Adrian Webster

by Christoph Friedrich (Author)

Soccer is known as a sport where scoring goals has great value and star players like Ronaldo, Messi, Rooney, Henry or Drogba have well mastered the skill of putting the ball into the back of the net. Clearly, a core skill like soccer finishing or shooting is not something that forwards alone should develop. Nowadays players of all positions are required to score every once in awhile. To learn and develop the skill of finishing and shooting with success requires practice and diligence and every player and coach enjoys a session that contains some element to develop this important core skill. Make no mistake that developing this particular skill will lead to more wins, additional playing time and an improved chance to get to the next level. In this book you will find a series of progressive soccer drills for finishing and shooting that assist the individual and team to become more confident about finishing and guarantee that players get plenty repetitions to practice a variety of shots. Here is what you get: 200+ Finishing/Shooting Soccer Drills 150+ Variations Descriptions Diagrams Coaching Points

by Jonathan Wilson (Author)

The Masterful, Definitive History of Argentinian Soccer

Author Biography

Jonathan Wilson is a columnist for The Guardian and the cohost of the football history podcast It Was What It Was. He has written thirteen books, including Inverting the Pyramid, and is the founder and editor of The Blizzard. He lives in London.

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

Welcome to 25 1v1 Soccer Games which contains coaching games to help you develop players' attacking and defensive skills in 1v1 situations. The games are designed to be flexible so you can adapt them to your players- needs and focus on different aspects of 1v1s, but they can also be easily extended to 2v2 or similar. The development of 1v1 skills is vital as all players must be able to be successful in these situations all over the pitch. Whether receiving the ball in tight midfield areas like lniesta, taking on a defender like Ronalda, or being the last defender like Sergio Ramos, players who can dominate in 1v1s are vital to their team. To be successful in 1v1s, players need to practice these situations regularly. Luckily players will enjoy practicing this aspect of football. Informal street games of 'Wembley/World Cup' have long contributed to the development of players' 1v1 skills, as have street versions of 'Panna competitions'. Alongside these we believe the coach can contribute to the development of these skills by including them within the coaching session. By influencing an environment in which players are encouraged to be creative, competitive and allowed to take risks, coaches are able to help players become confident in their 1v1 skills. This book gives you some great ideas by allowing players to create, experiment and perfect their 1v1 skills.

by Safiya Quashie (Author), Gus Hilaire (Illustrator)

As Kevin practiced by himself, he found he was tripping over the ball when he tried to dribble it, but with every attempt, he got back up and tried again.
Playing soccer is fun! Before it can become fun, a young boy has to learn the skills and techniques. Is that all he needs to be great? No! Will he find someone to teach him what he needs? Yes! But you'll never guess who!

by Mirsad Hasic (Author)

DISCOVER: 44 Super Powerful Secrets Today That Will Transform Your Game from Average to Superior! Do you ever wish there was a way to get into the minds of all the successful soccer players? How would you like to receive insider tips from them-straight to you? Today is your lucky day. This book does exactly that. It gives you professional tips on how to transform your game from average to superior. Believing in Yourself is Crucial for Succeeding in Soccer. Let Me Explain Why The best way to explain this topic is to use one of the most challenging soccer abilities, which is running. You know how hard it can be to compete with a faster player. And I'm sure you've faced many frustrating situations where opponents easily outrun you. Believe me, I know how this feels. I've been in those situations more times than I care to remember, but then one day everything changed. I read a tip from one of the best soccer players ever, and it changed my game completely. It became easy to beat faster opponents just by following this simple trick. It's just one of many secrets to soccer success revealed in my updated book. End the Humiliation There used to be times when I wished a game would end because I couldn't compete against my faster opponents. The sooner the ref blew that final whistle, the less humiliation I'd have to suffer. Well, once I learned this insider trick, those days were behind me. Heck, I didn't even have to work on my running. I suddenly became faster than most opponents I played against, and it can work for you too. DOWNLOAD:: 44 Secrets for Playing Great Soccer Vol. 2 When you download 44 Secrets for Playing Great Soccer, Vol. 2, you'll learn...

• How to Not be Nervous and Play Your Best Game
• How to Dribble Really Fast and With Perfection
• How to Quickly Gain an Edge on Your Opponent's
• The Secrets for Scoring from a Free-Kick?
• Why You Should Always be on The Move
• How to Perform The Perfect Soccer Pass
• How to Score from Distance With Ease
• The Art of Scoring from Corner Kicks
• One Single Trick for Beating Even The Fastest Opponent

by Michele Jeanmarie (Author), Mochu Shobaru (Illustrator)

Carelessness and lackadaisical has caused pollution. Only one person cares. He is a beaver whose cavorting has come to a halt. He seeks to find the cures of his Big Brother, a river. Join him on his search and become a steward.

by Asbik Publishing (Author)

100 Interesting and Amazing facts about Soccer, the world of soccer that will surprise you and your kids

♥ You will discover for example:

- the history of first fifa world cup

- the fastest goal in world cup

- the highest-scoring soccer match recorded in history

- the fastest goal in champions league

Discover the exciting world of football with "100 Interesting and Amazing facts about Soccer" This fascinating book is packed with interesting facts, trivia and interesting tidbits for young football enthusiasts. It comes from legends." players and epic matches to exciting rules and surprising facts, this book." and last but not least." a guide for young soccer fans.Whether new to the game or already interested, '100 Interesting and Amazing facts about Soccer' is the perfect companion to inspire a love of soccer and spread play in the knowledge of the beautiful.

by Giovanni Hernandez (Author)

Introduce your little one to the world of letters and the excitement of soccer all at once! ABCs of Soccer is a delightful educational book designed to help toddlers and preschoolers discover the alphabet while sparking their love for the game. With vibrant illustrations and engaging words for every letter, this book is perfect for young learners and soccer fans alike.

Written by a soccer-loving child, ABCs of Soccer brings a unique perspective to early learning, blending phonics with the sport's terminology and fun facts. Whether your child is kicking their first ball or learning their ABCs, this book makes learning a playful and memorable experience.

Ideal for bedtime reading or classroom activities, ABCs of Soccer is a must-have for every budding athlete and future scholar.

by Simon Kuper (Author)

A passionate, haunting and moving work that tells the breathtaking story of how Dutch Jews survived the unspeakable and came to play a strong role in the rise of the most exciting and revolutionary style of soccer -- "Total Football" -- the world had ever seen.

Author Biography

Simon Kuper is one of the world's leading writers on soccer. The winner of the William Hill Prize for sports book of the year in Britain, Kuper writes a weekly column for the Financial Times. He lives in Paris, France.

by Elizabeth Rusch (Author)

YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction Award Finalist

A CCBC Choice

More than 250 women have played on the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team, and most contributed to the battle for equal pay. This narrative nonfiction book by the award-winning author and journalist Elizabeth Rusch traces the evolution of that fight, bringing this important rights issue in sports and in our culture to the attention of young readers. Features extensive backmatter.

With the passage of Title IX in 1972, the doors opened for young women to play sports at a higher level. But for the women on the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team, being able to compete at an international level didn't mean fair treatment and fair compensation.

From economy-class airplane seats and inadequate lodging to minimal marketing and slashed wages, the women representing the United States at the Olympics, the World Cup, and other tournaments had reason to be fed up. They were expected to--and did--win, but they weren't compensated for their talent and dedication. With the help of their union and in collaboration with the men's team, they secured an equitable contract in 2022 that ultimately benefited both national teams as well as athletes of the future.

Elizabeth Rusch's A Greater Goal chronicles how members of the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team fought to receive fair treatment and equal pay despite the intense pushback they received from U.S. Soccer, the governing body of soccer in the United States. With a narrative that includes player profiles and vignettes framed from team member perspectives, A Greater Goal illuminates the work, support, and grit needed to be treated with equality in a world that often undervalues the contributions of women.

Features extensive back matter, including a call to action, additional resources, and an index.

by Lucyniusz Red (Author)

Tennis Baseball and Soccer Coloring Book

for kids

I'm really glad to see you here. This is description of my colouring book.

So, what can I tell you about my product?

• Book includes test color page and page, where owner can sign.
• It has 40 pages with 19 graphics to color and empty space. It is necessary to leave this free space, so you can use e.g. marker pens.
• This little book is printed on high quality white paper.

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by Pretty Ritzy (Author)

A gift for kids to get interested in Sports. Pages are uncluttered with bold illustrations to allow young children to get creative without being overwhelmed by busy pages.

by Dabini G (Author)

Amazing sports coloring book for boys and girls including 50 full-page illustrations!

This book features:

• 50 full-page illustrations that will entertain kids for hours
• A great variety of sports themes: Baseball, football, hockey, soccer & tennis
• Large 8.5 x 11 size
• High quality: Durable cover and one-sided printing, so that pushing through is prevented

This book makes the ideal gift and the perfect pastime - whether long car trips or on vacation - with this entertaining book it will never be boring.

by Inspired Colors (Author)

Coloring therapy is an essential medium for relieving stress and restoring calm in a busy, chaotic, stressful world like ours.Coloring therapy is done by using our kids energy and thoughts to concentrate and bringing back their attention and focus on Coloring within the lines and concentrating on the process.

30 Single-Sided Designs,

• Dimensions: 8.5 x 11" .
• High quality paper and white background.
• Perfect for gifts: Surprise your loved ones with a different present.

by Inspired Colors (Author)

Coloring therapy is an essential medium for relieving stress and restoring calm in a busy, chaotic, stressful world like ours.Coloring therapy is done by using our kids energy and thoughts to concentrate and bringing back their attention and focus on Coloring within the lines and concentrating on the process.

30 Single-Sided Designs,

• Dimensions: 8.5 x 11" .
• High quality paper and white background.
• Perfect for gifts: Surprise your loved ones with a different present.

by Inventive Walrus Publishing (Author)

Sports Word Search For Kids!

This book is great for kids of all ages. It features a wide range of sports related word search puzzles. There are tons of words to find!

• Over 1000 words to find
• Variety of sports themes
• Answers included
• Hours of fun!

If your child is interested in sports, this book will keep them entertained. They may even discover some new sports that they want to try!

by Brain Fun Publishing (Author)

AWESOME SPORTS COLORING BOOK FOR BOYS & GIRLS!

Your child/children will be entertained for hours with these fun relaxing coloring pages,
designed for creative little hands. It's full of fun sports activities from baseball, football,
ice hockey, tennis, soccer and even ice skating!

• Large 8.5x11-inch paperback
• 50 professionally illustrated coloring pages
• Single sided printing to prevent bleed through

This coloring book makes a great gift idea for Christmas / Stocking stuffers, Easter, birthdays & more!

by Kids Purple Press (Author)

NEW RELEASE! Great Kid Christmas Gift or Stocking Stuffer!

Your child will have so much fun and spend a lot of time coloring in this adorable Kids Sports Kawaii Coloring Book!

Cute pictures of both girls and boys playing various sports will keep their interest. The cool coloring pages range from a child sliding into home base, to a goalie defending a net to child swinging a bat at a T-Ball and much more.

A smart addition to physical education curriculum for homeschoolers.

Features Football, Baseball, Hockey, Soccer and Tennis.

The book has a lot of illustrations and is a nice, large size - 8.5 x 11 - easy to grasp for little fingers and lots of room to color.

These sweet, simple drawings are mostly full page and printed on one side only to prevent bleed through. Great for markers, pens and colored pencils.

No matter what sport your son or daughter plays or what team they are on, this is a great gift idea. It would also be a perfect activity to keep the young brother or sister busy drawing while waiting for their sibling's practice to get over.

• Unique Kawaii (Japanese for cute) style illustrations
• Football
• Baseball
• Hockey
• Soccer
• Tennis
• Large 8.5 x 11 inch size - perfect size for a backpack or gear bag.
• One sided printing
• Perfect binding
• Soft cover
• Glossy finish

Scroll up and add one to your cart today!

You might also want to take a look at our other fabulous Kids Purple Press books! Click on the Author button above!

by Rocky Puzzler (Author)

Sports fans and anyone else who enjoys word search puzzles can enjoy this book!

• 50 easy-to-read word search puzzles (10 Baseball, 10 Football, 10 Basketball, 10 Hockey, and 10 Soccer)
• Each puzzle is 20 letters across, 20 letters down, and 20 hidden words
• Also try Rocky's Large Print Sports Word Searches

Great for Father's Day and any other day of the year! Rocky also has 2 more books available with puzzles on different sports for even more fun!

Visit Rocky at www.rockypuzzler.com

by Brainy Puzzler Group (Author)

• A fun sports themed activity book for kids and adults to learn and play word puzzle games about the different types of sports: football, basketball, baseball, ice hockey and soccer
• 60 word search puzzles
• Bonus - 20 word scramble puzzles
• A page that provides hints
• Answers included at the end of the book
• 8.5" x 11" / Large size
• Glossy softcover
• Subtle for kids (age 7+) and adults

by Teaching Little Hands Press (Author)

Created for boys and girls who sports with a wide variety of sport themed activity sheets.Suitable for supporters of any team and specially designed for both boys and girls to enjoy.

★ Hours of fun hockey activities with coloring pages, puzzles, counting numbers, maze, matching letters, ABC's, dot-to-dots, tracing, and cool creative educational activities for kids.

★ Filled with cute hockey, soccer, football and baseball players

★ Single sided printing to prevent bleed through

★ Original and unique book with a wide variety of activities and perfect for sports fans

★ For older kids ages 5 and up

★ Perfectly sized at 8.5" x 11".

★ Paperback with a glossy finish.

★ Perfect gifts for your little sport fanatic!

by VC Brothers (Author)

It's a book filled with interesting and surprising stories about the world of football.

You'll discover intriguing facts that will leave you amazed about some of the most iconic events and famous players in football history.

You'll learn about the longest matches ever played, the most impressive goals, the most incredible feats, and the most intense rivalries.

You'll discover the secrets of the most successful coaches and the most talented players.

You'll also find some scandals and controversies that have rocked the football world over the years.

Additionally, it's filled with amusing and curious anecdotes that will keep you hooked on the pages.

This book is perfect for football fans, sports enthusiasts, and curious people in general.

It will take you on an exciting journey through the history of football and leave you with a wealth of knowledge and trivia to share with your friends and family.

Make Every Day Game Day — A Personalized Soccer Ball Fleece Blanket with Custom Name Banner

Score the perfect gift with this bold and dynamic personalized soccer blanket. Multiple 3D-style soccer balls in white and dark navy float across a deep blue glowing bokeh background — with a teal banner with a dotted white border running across the center, your custom name printed in bold cream uppercase letters. Sporty, striking, and completely personal. Whether it’s for game night on the sofa, the sidelines, or snuggling in after a tough match, this blanket is every soccer fan’s dream.

What Makes This Custom Name Soccer Ball Blanket Such a Winning Sports Gift

• 3D-style soccer balls on a deep blue bokeh background: Bold, photorealistic soccer balls in white and dark navy scattered across a glowing blue backdrop — dynamic and eye-catching
• Teal name banner with dotted white border: A sporty centrepiece banner with your custom name in bold cream uppercase letters — makes this blanket unmistakably theirs
• Super soft luxurious microfiber flannel fleece: Anti-pilling, anti-shrink, anti-wrinkle — lightweight, warm, and durable for indoor and outdoor use
• Custom name personalization: Printed bold and proud across the center banner
• 4 sizes available: From lap blanket to full family snuggle size — see size guide below

Personalized Soccer Ball Blanket Details — Custom Name Fleece Throw

• Material: Super soft luxurious microfiber flannel fleece — anti-pilling, anti-shrink, anti-wrinkle
• Care: Machine wash cold, gentle cycle, no bleach, tumble dry low or air dry flat
• Made to order: Crafted individually just for you after your order is placed

📸 Sizes to Choose From

• 30 x 40 inches — Perfect for newborn babies, toddlers, baby’s crib, strollers, car seats, lap blankets, or pets
• 40 x 50 inches — Ideal for kids and single beds, camping and travel
• 50 x 60 inches — Great for teens and adults
• 60 x 80 inches — Perfect for family snuggles, 2 adults, or large two-person beds

Who Is This Personalized Soccer Blanket the Perfect Gift For?

• Boys and girls who live and breathe soccer — from toddlers to teens and adults
• Birthday, Christmas, and end-of-season tournament gifts for young athletes
• Team spirit gifts, sports day prizes, and sideline companions
• Anyone who dreams of scoring the winning goal — this blanket makes every day feel like game day

How to Order Your Personalized Soccer Ball Blanket

1. Add your name here — choose your size and enter the name in the personalization field at checkout
2. We print it — your blanket is made individually, just for you
3. We deliver straight to your door

Give them a blanket as bold and passionate as their love of the game — order your personalized soccer ball blanket today and give a gift they’ll wrap themselves in every single match day. ⚽✨

✦ A Dream Dragons Original ✦
You won’t find this anywhere else. This is an exclusive Dream Dragons design — conceived, curated, and crafted with intention. Every detail was chosen to create something truly special. When you gift this, you’re not just giving a present — you’re giving a moment, a memory, and a piece of something unique. That’s the Dream Dragons difference.

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Personalized Blue Soccer Duffel Bag

Bring your love of the game everywhere you go. This personalized duffel features an energetic pattern of classic soccer balls layered over deep navy, electric blue, teal, and soft white circles. Your chosen name is printed near the top in clear white lettering, making the bag easier to recognize at practice, the gym, school, or the airport.

Black reinforced carry handles, a zippered main compartment, and a removable adjustable shoulder strap give the bold sports artwork a practical finish. The design works for teens, students, young adults, adult players, coaches, and dedicated soccer fans who want their gear to stand out.

Why Choose This Custom Name Soccer Bag

• Personalized for you: Add a name for a distinctive sports bag that is easier to identify.
• Roomy main compartment: Keeps clothing, toiletries, shoes, accessories, and daily essentials together.
• Flexible carrying: Use the reinforced handles or removable adjustable shoulder strap.
• Travel-ready: A rear luggage sleeve shown in the gallery helps secure the bag to a rolling suitcase.
• Durable polyester: Thickened fabric is designed to resist everyday wear, pilling, fading, and light splashes or stains.
• One-size design: Finished with black straps and trim.

Soccer Gym, Practice and Tournament Duffel Bag

Use this personalized soccer duffel for football practice, training sessions, gym workouts, tournaments, away games, college visits, camps, weekend trips, road travel, and short vacations. It also works as a practical overnight bag or carryall for workout clothing, footwear, toiletries, headphones, and personal essentials.

Personalized Soccer Gift for Players and Fans

This custom name bag makes a thoughtful birthday, Christmas, graduation, team-season, tournament, or just-because gift. It is a strong choice for a player, teammate, coach, student, young adult, gym lover, soccer parent, or football fan who appreciates useful gear with a personal touch.

Why is it such a fun gift? The bold soccer-ball pattern celebrates the sport they love, while their name makes the bag feel like part of their own kit. It is personal enough to feel special and practical enough to accompany them to practices, matches, workouts, tournaments, and future trips.

How to Personalize Your Soccer Duffel

1. Add your name here
2. We print it — your order is made individually, just for you
3. We deliver straight to your door

Materials, Care and Product Notes

• Material: Thickened polyester fabric
• Closure: Zippered main compartment
• Carry options: Reinforced handles and removable adjustable shoulder strap
• Care: Hand wash or use a gentle machine cycle. Do not soak for long periods or bleach. Wash below 113°F (45°C), separate dark and light colors, and avoid direct sunlight while drying.
• Production note: A size variation of 0.4–1.2 inches (1–3 cm) may occur due to different measuring methods. Small differences in color, placement, or dimensions may occur between the digital preview and finished product.

Put your name on your game and carry your soccer essentials with confidence wherever the next match or adventure takes you.

✦ A Dream Dragons Original ✦
You won't find this anywhere else. This is an exclusive Dream Dragons design — conceived, curated, and crafted with intention. Every detail was chosen to create something truly special. When you gift this, you're not just giving a present — you're giving a moment, a memory, and a piece of something unique. That's the Dream Dragons difference.

 ✦ Explore more exclusive designs at www.dreamwithdragons.com ✦

Get the book that captures the inaugural season of your Orlando City Soccer Club through the eyes of the award-winning photographers and writers of the Orlando Sentinel. This beautiful, hard-cover, coffee-table book is a keepsake collector's item every Orlando City fan will want to own.