Soccer

by James Weber (Author)

This book gives youth soccer players an inside look of what it takes to make it to the professional level. Written by a professional soccer player, this book is filled with advice regarding physical, mental, tactical, and emotional demands of chasing the pro dream. Easy-to-read and easy-to-enjoy, this book is a must-read for any teenager aspiring to become a pro. Author James Weber passes on his secrets and advice necessary to achieve greatness on and off the field. The knowledge included in this book is just what you need to kick start your career and get you to the next level. Youth soccer players need to read this book!

Author Biography

James Weber, author of his autobiography "A Soccer Ball and Some Faith," is an American professional soccer player who currently plays in Sweden for Gullringens GoIF. He has played several years of professional soccer in Europe and is ready to pass his secrets onto YOU!

by Chris King (Author)

REVIEW
"Simple, concise, perfect for all levels of coaches. Highly recommended." Bernard, USA - Verified Purchase

ABOUT THE BOOK

This book is for soccer coaches of all levels who want to improve their training sessions. The drills in this book are explained step by step, include colour diagrams and will have you running a quality training session in no time.

"Training Sessions for Soccer Coaches - Volume 2" lays out full, 90 minute training sessions that will improve different parts of your teams game. It walks you through what to do when from the warm up, to the warm down and all the drills in between.

The drills in this book focus on a certain aspect of the game (ie Transition From Defense To Attack; Supporting The Forward Pass; Defensive Resting Positions; Midfield Diamond Shape) and are explained step by step and include diagrams. They will have you running a quality training session in no time.

The drills are aimed at mostly senior players (but they can easily be adjusted for skilled younger players).

• These drills have been chosen because they work on the field, not just in a book. I am currently running these sessions this season with my team.
• Also in this book you'll also find general coaching advice on things that help your session run smoother which will give you confidence as a coach.
• This book is for all levels of coaches, parents and volunteers. And with drill descriptions, tips and diagrams throughout, you will be able to set up and run effective and engaging drills.

Available soccer coaching titles by Chris King:
Training Sessions For Soccer Coaches Volume 1
Training Sessions For Soccer Coaches Volume 2
Attacking & Shooting Drills For Soccer Coaches
Soccer Rondos Volume 1
Soccer Rondos Volume 2
Coaching Kids Soccer - Volume 1
Coaching Kids Soccer - Volume 2
10 Soccer Drills - Volume 1
The Ultimate Soccer Coaching Bundle Volume 1

by Velvet Idole (Author)

Dear Soccer Enthusiasts,

Are you ready to elevate your love for the game? Look no further than "The Soccer Superstar Handbook." This is the ultimate essential for young soccer fans!

Within the pages of this 72-page activity book, tailored for kids aged 8 and above, you'll uncover:

• Clear explanations of soccer rules
• An expanded soccer vocabulary
• Remarkable soccer records
• Techniques to master soccer skills
• Enjoyable coloring pages and an array of brain-teasing puzzles, including crosswords, dot-to-dot games, word searches, quizzes, and more.
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"The Soccer Superstar Handbook" is your passport to becoming a young soccer expert while enjoying every step of the journey. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enrich your soccer knowledge. Secure your copy today and score a goal with your newfound skills!

This book proudly joins our "Sport Activity Book Series." Explore the wide range of titles we offer.

by James Adams (Author)

The Ultimate Women's Football Word Search Book and Gift!This amazing book contains 40 word searches on the very best women's football teams in the world. The word searches inside cover the best international games with two searches on England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland as well as all the teams from the Womens Super League. This book is perfect to search for everyone's female football heroes.Complete word searches on the all following women's teams:

• England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland - 2 searches each!
• Spain, Germany, Italy
• France, Holland and Argentina
• USA, Canada and Brazil
• Australia, Sweden and Norway
• Arsenal, Birmingham WFC and Brigton WFC
• Chelsea, Liverpool and Everton
• Manchester City, Reading and Yeovil
• And many, many more!

by Ryszard Kapuscinski (Author)

Part diary and part reportage, The Soccer War is a remarkable chronicle of war in the late twentieth century. Between 1958 and 1980, working primarily for the Polish Press Agency, Kapuscinski covered twenty-seven revolutions and coups in Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East. Here, with characteristic cogency and emotional immediacy, he recounts the stories behind his official press dispatches--searing firsthand accounts of the frightening, grotesque, and comically absurd aspects of life during war. The Soccer War is a singular work of journalism.

Back Jacket

Part diary and part reportage, The Soccer War is a remarkable chronicle of war in the late twentieth century. Between 1958 and 1980, working primarily for the Polish Press Agency, Kapuscinski covered twenty-seven revolutions and coups in Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East.

Author Biography

Ryszard Kapuscinski, Poland's most celebrated foreign correspondent, was born in 1932 in Pinsk (in what is now Belarus) and spent four decades reporting on Asia, Latin America, and Africa. He is also the author of Imperium, Another Day of Life, and The Soccer War. His books have been translated into 28 languages. Kapuscinski died in 2007.

by Anson Dorrance (Author), Gloria Averbuch (Author)

Wikipedia notes that Anson Dorrance has "one of the most successful coaching records in the history of athletics." Under Dorrance's leadership at the University of North Carolina (UNC), the Tar Heels women's soccer teams have won 22 of the 37 NCAA Women's Soccer Championships with a .881 winning percentage over 40 seasons. He has led his team to a 101-game unbeaten streak and his players have won 20 National Player of the Year awards. In The Vision of a Champion, Dorrance teams up with bestselling health and fitness writer Gloria Averbuch to deliver a transformational guide to developing soccer excellence at the high school and collegiate levels. This book combines practical strategies for training and competing with the wisdom and advice of a veteran coach.
Dorrance's advice is proven: thanks to his coaching, women's soccer at the University of North Carolina has dominated the collegiate field for more than four decades. The Vision of a Champion explains the secrets of that success in a narrative that is inspiring to athletes, coaches, and parents alike. The authors begin with a deep look into the world of women's soccer at UNC, from details of training to the all-important team culture that makes a good team great. The second section is a road map for aspiring star players: it discusses how to be a true student of the game and how to develop to one's full potential. The remainder of the book thoroughly examines what Dorrance learned as an elite coach who took the United States national team to its first world championship in 1991, analyzing all aspects of training, competition, fitness, and soccer mentality.
Complete with helpful training appendices and informative illustrations, Dorrance and Averbuch's book is introduced with a moving personal foreword by soccer icon Mia Hamm, one of Dorrance's former players, The Vision of a Champion is a major resource for all aspiring high school and college soccer players; between its covers are all the skills and character strengths needed to excel on and off the field.

by Ciarán McArdle (Author)

2025 Global Book Awards Bronze Medalist in Business & Money

• They plan how to achieve their goals.
• They perform in every game.
• They recover and review their progress.
• And they build a team around the right principles.

Author Biography

As the Co-founder and CEO of XL Soccer World, CIARÁN MCARDLE has built his entire business around soccer. XL Soccer World operates ten sports facilities along the East Coast with millions of annual visitors. The company's travel branch, XL Travel, has taken thousands of teams around the world to some of the most impressive pitches on the planet. The company was recently purchased by SoFive, a City Football Group company. In his latest project, Ciaran has launched XL Academy, a fully licensed school for gifted young soccer players seeking a future in the game.

by Jan Birck (Illustrator), Joachim Masannek (Author)

For Zoe, soccer is life! She won't wear anything but soccer gear, and she wants to be the first female to ever play on the U.S. Men's National Soccer Team. When her father moves them to Chicago, he signs her up with a boy's team - the Wild Soccer Bunch. And they are not thrilled - a girl on their team?! Never!Can Zoe win them over? Are the Wild Soccer Bunch ready for the challenge?

by Duncan MacKay (Author)

Australia had never qualified for the FIFA World Cup finals and the odds were stacked against them when they started their campaign for West Germany 1974 with only the top 16 nations qualifying. But with a team of part-time players mostly born outside the country, often subject to abuse and written off as no-hopers, the Socceroos, under their brilliant young coach Rale Rasic, shocked everyone.

by John Taylor (Author)

In a book that targets middle and high school players, Taylor explains the science behind the most popular sport in the world, soccer.

Author Biography

John Taylor is a former soccer referee, an engineer, a science writer, and a historian who is the author of four books on New Mexican history.

by Luciano Wernicke (Author)

Author Biography

Luciano Wernicke was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He holds a degree in Journalism from the University of Salvador, and he is a professor of Sport History and Soccer History at the Instituto Universitario River Plate. In 2019, Luciano was the assistant to the Costa Rica National Soccer team manager. He has written 25 books on soccer, including Unforgettable Soccer and Why Is Soccer Played Eleven Against Eleven?, and his books have been translated into several different languages.

by Gary Singh (Author)

In 1974, amid the early days of the North American Soccer League, an unlikely team transformed a quiet suburb into a soccer haven. Combining excellent play with a grass-roots movement of fervent fans, the San Jose Earthquakes shook the Northern California sports landscape. While rival NASL franchises struggled for attendance, the Quakes played sold-out games to the most loyal and passionate fan base in the league, creating an unforgettable and enduring legacy. After the NASL disbanded, the team reemerged over a decade later as a Major League Soccer team and today commands as much fan loyalty and passion as ever. Join author Gary Singh, a San Jose native and lifelong fan, as he recounts the Earthquakes legendary story in vibrant detail."

by The Athletic (Author), Oliver Kay (Author), James Horncastle (Author)

A celebration of the beautiful game and its 100 greatest players, from the pre-World War II exploits of Dixie Dean to the modern-day genius of Kylian Mbappé and Lionel Messi

These players left legacies, redefined the game with trademark skills, and grew into national icons. They have their stats--the goals, the wins, the trophies--but, more importantly, they have their stories.

One World Cup winner owned a nightclub that briefly transformed a corner of industrial Germany into one of the hippest places around. An Austrian forward's death is still shrouded in mystery. A striker who might have become a telephone technician had he not been spotted playing soccer was eventually elected president of his country.

And there are unanswered questions. How did Pelé's Brazil shirt from the 1958 World Cup quarterfinal go missing in a Welsh school? Which goalkeeper was so good that one opponent considered scoring against him akin to "winning a trophy"?

Through extensive research and interviews, The Athletic soccer staff, led by Oliver Kay and James Horncastle, discovered angles and tales that shine a new light on the sport's most compelling characters.

They faced an impossible riddle, too: Of the thousands of players to hit the pitch, who is the best? Their efforts to find the answer took the foremost sports newsroom on a journey, and what emerges is more than a ranking. Through all-new, vivid portraits of each athlete, The Soccer 100 is a tribute to the greatest players to have ever graced the most popular sport on the planet.

by Gary Curneen (Author)

In recent years, player development has been a hot topic in the soccer world. With more pressure on coaches to win than ever before, the modern game seems to be less about actual players and more about tactical systems. In many places, the majority of training sessions are structured so that each player receives the same training as his or her teammates, even though they are asked to perform different functions. As a result, players do not receive specific feedback and lack the ability to produce functional skills in the heat of a game.

Aimed at football coaches of all levels, and players of all ages and abilities, The Modern Soccer Coach: Position-Specific Training seeks to identify, develop, and enhance the skills and functions of the modern soccer player whatever their position and role on the pitch.

This book offers unique insight into how to develop an elite program that can both improve players and win games. Filled with practical no-nonsense explanations, focused player drills, and more than 40 illustrated soccer templates, this book will help you - the modern coach - to create a coaching environment that will take your players to the next level.

Understand how the concept of player development needs to change as players progress in the game.

Examine how learning styles have changed and how coaches must adapt accordingly.

Enhance your players' performance levels with innovative exercises and ways to share feedback and critical information.

Includes chapters and exercises for developing Center Backs, Full Backs, Holding Midfielders, Attacking Midfielders, Wide Attackers, and Center Forwards.

Learn how certain coaches can move their players from 'interested' to 'committed'.

Develop ways to maximize the talent levels of your players.

by Chest Dugger (Author)

What's behind the success of certain professional soccer clubs? Is it money, luck, skill? The answer may surprise you..

The use of analytics in sport is now well embedded. 'Marginal gains', the bedrock upon which the cycling coach Dave Brailsford built his greatest successes are cornerstones of most sports nowadays. But, until recently, that did not apply to the biggest sport in the world. Not in soccer. It was as though this simplest of sports is too complicated for statistics. Or that only one statistic counts, the number of times the ball hits the back of the net. 'The only statistic that counts, ' there's an often used and annoying stock term.

However, in the last 10 years, professional soccer clubs of all levels of wealth and stature have bought into analytics. Data analysts are now a major part of every top professional club. They interact with players, advise coaches, examine the strengths and weaknesses of teams, establish likely tactical organization of different sides; even focus on what a referee might allow and penalize.

Here's what's Included In This Book:

• The reasons why top spending clubs like PSG and Manchester City don't always win
• How Analytics has helped Leicester City overcome the poverty gap in Soccer
• How Analytics has revolutionizing soccer training sessions and pre-match strategy sessions
• 3 Players who were chosen by professional soccer clubs using Analytics
• How Modern Analytics fared doing Soccer Predictions for the 2018 World Cup
• Analytics settles the great debate: Messi vs Ronaldo
• And much more

Even if you've never played soccer in your life, you will find this book informative and engaging.

by Chest Dugger (Author)

What's behind the success of certain professional soccer clubs? Is it money, luck, skill? The answer may surprise you..

The use of analytics in sport is now well embedded. 'Marginal gains', the bedrock upon which the cycling coach Dave Brailsford built his greatest successes are cornerstones of most sports nowadays. But, until recently, that did not apply to the biggest sport in the world. Not in soccer. It was as though this simplest of sports is too complicated for statistics. Or that only one statistic counts, the number of times the ball hits the back of the net. 'The only statistic that counts, ' there's an often used and annoying stock term.

However, in the last 10 years, professional soccer clubs of all levels of wealth and stature have bought into analytics. Data analysts are now a major part of every top professional club. They interact with players, advise coaches, examine the strengths and weaknesses of teams, establish likely tactical organization of different sides; even focus on what a referee might allow and penalize.

Here's what's Included In This Book:

• The reasons why top spending clubs like PSG and Manchester City don't always win
• How Analytics has helped Leicester City overcome the poverty gap in Soccer
• How Analytics has revolutionizing soccer training sessions and pre-match strategy sessions
• 3 Players who were chosen by professional soccer clubs using Analytics
• How Modern Analytics fared doing Soccer Predictions for the 2018 World Cup
• Analytics settles the great debate: Messi vs Ronaldo
• And much more

Even if you've never played soccer in your life, you will find this book informative and engaging.

by Mark a. Roeder (Author)

The Soccer Field Is Empty is the story of teen love, steamy romance, friendship, loyalty, understanding, and ancient prejudice. Here is a tale that breaks the stereotypes of the ignorant and peers into the soul of two boys who want what we all want; to love and be loved. The story of Mark and Taylor, two sixteen-year-old high school athletes, is a tale of love and happiness torn asunder by a world that understands too late.

Author Biography

Mark A. Roeder is the author of the Gay Youth Chronicles. He has published over two dozen novels as well as scores of columns and articles. He currently resides in Bloomington, Indiana.

by Michael Langdon (Author)

by Andy Beers (Author)

Youth soccer presents a wealth of opportunities for children to build mental and physical strength, but parents are often expected to take on new roles as coaches and spectators to enhance their child's success. At first blush, these roles seem simple, but like most things in life, the rewards of youth soccer depend on how much effort both parent and child invest, and appropriate parental involvement is crucial.

Andy Beers embraced his role as a soccer dad and embarked on a sixteen-year adventure that spanned the childhoods of his three children, a big city, a small rural community, and two states. When he began, he was ignorant about everything related to soccer. By the time he was finished, he was a confident and knowledgeable coach. Still, like most parents, Andy frequently made potentially life-changing decisions involving his children but never knew how his actions would influence their futures. Now, he looks back and shares successful strategies, including coaching tips, parental advice, and dealing with the challenges of sportsmanship.

The Beers family's real-life soccer adventure provides surprising plot twists. The lessons learned serve as a useful guide for soccer parents, no matter if their child is a beginning or advanced player. Don't miss this incredible story or the opportunity to improve your soccer experience by learning from Andy's missteps and triumphs.

by Tim Crothers (Author)

The Man Watching: Anson Dorrance and the University of North Carolina Women's Soccer Dynasty is the authorized biography of a fascinating head coach and the more than 200 young women he inspired to believe that anything is possible.

Author Biography

TIM CROTHERS is a former senior writer at Sports Illustrated who graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1986 and has lectured in the university's journalism department for the last seven years. He is the coauthor of the New York Times bestseller Hard Work: A Life On and Off the Court with Roy Williams.

by Rob Goldman (Author)

For legions of soccer fans, the players on the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team are the game's standard-bearers. Together their accomplishments include four World Cup titles and four Olympic gold medals. Within five years of their inaugural match in 1985, the team was the best women's soccer team on the planet. But its rise was neither easy nor harmonious. The national team came onto the scene when team sports for women were in their infancy. The players were paid little and played to sparse crowds on marginal pitches and carried their own equipment and luggage. They faced discrimination and unequal treatment, most notably from their governing bodies, FIFA and U.S. Soccer.

Author Biography

Rob Goldman is the author of two baseball books, Once They Were Angels and Nolan Ryan: The Making of a Pitcher, and the novel Hauling Time.

by Michael Langdon (Author), Verity Hayhow (Cover Design by)

����⚽ Are you searching for a book that will inspire and empower the young women in your life? ⚽����

Look no further than "The Most Inspirational Women's Soccer Stories Of All Time. For Teenage Girls!" This collection of over 30 captivating stories is the perfect way to celebrate the power of women in sports and fuel their passion for soccer.

Including the unforgettable tales of:

• The Dick, Kerr Ladies: Ultimate pioneers of the game
• The World Cup erased from history
• The goal-scoring refugee doctor smuggled in the back of a truck
• The woman who orchestrated English football's greatest achievement
• The team that crowdfunded their way to World Cup glory
• Rapinoe, Hamm, Marta, and other incredible women who shaped the sport we know today

These extraordinary tales and more await in this carefully curated collection of soccer's most iconic moments, guaranteed to ignite the passion of young soccer enthusiasts as they dive into the heart of the game.

Written by the award-winning and bestselling author, Michael Langdon, this empowering collection will ensure readers are not only entertained but also inspired to dream big and take some lessons from the sport:

• ���� Empowerment. The stories will ignite a fire within young readers, empowering them to believe in their dreams and chase them with unrelenting passion!
• ���� Trailblazing Heroes. Readers will dive into the captivating stories of the unsung heroines and modern-day legends like the indomitable Megan Rapinoe and the Spanish World Cup winning team of 1923.
• ���� Heart-pounding Action. They will be holding onto their seats as they relive thrilling moments on the field, from epic comebacks to nail-biting victories, each story will leave them cheering for more!
• ���� Resilience. Through tales of perseverance and grit, readers will learn the invaluable lessons of hard work, resilience, and standing up for what they believe in, transforming challenges into stepping stones toward success!
• ���� Dream Big, Play Hard. Whether they're dreaming of scoring the winning goal or leading their team to victory, this book will inspire young readers to lace up their cleats, hit the field, and reach for the stars!
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Whether your loved one is a devoted soccer player or simply enjoys a good story as fan, "The Most Inspirational Women's Soccer Stories Of All Time. For Teenage Girls!" guarantees to captivate both parents and children alike. So, get ready to be inspired by some of the most memorable and empowering soccer tales ever told.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to embark on a remarkable journey through the world of women's soccer. Click the "Buy now with 1-Click" button and add "The Most Inspirational Women's Soccer Stories Of All Time. For Teenage Girls!" to your collection today!

by Michael J. Agovino (Author)

Although soccer had long been the world's game when Michael J. Agovino first encountered it in 1982, here it was just a poor cousin to American football, to be found on obscure UHF channels and in foreign magazines. But as Agovino himself passionately pursued soccer, Americans got wise and turned it into one of the most popular sports in the country. Agovino's love affair with soccer is a portrait of the game's culture and an intimate history of the sport's coming of age in the United States.

Agovino's quest takes him from the unkempt field in the Bronx where he taught himself to play to some of the sport's most storied venues and historic matches. With Agovino we travel from school fields to Giants Stadium, then from England to Germany, Italy, and Spain, along the way taking in the final days of the North American Soccer League, the 1994 World Cup, and the birth of Major League Soccer. Offering the perspective of fan, player, and journalist, Agovino chronicles his obsession with the sport and its phenomenal evolution.

Author Biography

Michael J. Agovino is the author of The Bookmaker: A Memoir of Money, Luck, and Familyfrom the Utopian Outskirts of New York City.

by Laurent DuBois (Author)

Essential reading for soccer fans as the 2022 World Cup approaches, this lively and lyrical book is "an ideal guide to the world's most popular sport" (Simon Kuper, coauthor of Soccernomics).

Author Biography

Laurent Dubois is a professor of romance studies and history at Duke University, where he teaches the popular course Soccer Politics. The prize-winning author of five books, including The Banjo, Haiti, and Soccer Empire, he lives in Durham, North Carolina.

by Gary Curneen (Author)

Gary Curneen's 30 College Training Sessions is an inside look at how he structures his training sessions and what exercises he uses. Taken from four years at the Division I level, the sessions are split into attacking, defending, combinations of both, and passing patterns. Everything is specific to how Gary wants his teams to play and guarantee intensity, competition, and variety for players and coaches to use and enjoy.

by Gary Curneen (Author)

The Modern Soccer Coach books, by renowned coach and coach educator Gary Curneen, are some of the best-selling and most acclaimed soccer coaching books of recent years. Now, all three titles are available in one volume.

The Modern Soccer Coach 2014: A Four Dimensional Approach

For soccer coaches of all levels and with players of all ages and abilities, The Modern Soccer Coach 2014 identifies the areas that must be targeted by coaches who want to maximize a team's potential - the Technical, Tactical, Physical, and Mental sides to the game.

Filled with practical, no-nonsense explanations, focused player drills, and more than 30 illustrated soccer coaching templates, it will help you - the modern coach - to create team performances that win match after match.

The Modern Soccer Coach: Position-Specific Training

This book seeks to identify, develop, and enhance the skills and functions of the modern soccer player whatever their position and role on the pitch. Central Defenders, Full Backs, Holding Midfielders, Attacking Midfielders, Wide Attackers, and Centre Forwards are all covered.

It offers unique insight into how to develop an elite program that can both improve players and win games. Comprised of hands-on explanations, player drills, and over 40 session plans, this book will help coaches to construct a coaching environment that will take players to the next level.

The Modern Soccer Coach: Pre-Season Training

This book looks at how pre-season has changed over the past ten years, and offers ways for coaches to adapt their work and methods to deal with these changes accordingly. Pre-season is about much more than fitness testing, long-distance running, and gruelling physical work. It's about new, innovative ways to engage players so that they want to train at the maximum every day, and push towards new limits for the new season ahead.

With over 60 training exercises designed specifically to challenge your players to their maximum physically, technically, tactically, and mentally, this is pre-season training like you have never seen it before.

by John Ouelette (Author), Vincent Fortanasce (Author)

The first book endorsed by AYSO--the organization that soccer moms and dads trust most--that presents all the basics of youth soccer

Author Biography

Vincent Fortanasce, M.D., is a neurologist, psychiatrist, and youth sports expert. He is also a devoted soccer dad and coach. He lives in Pasadena, California.

by Badiru Deji Badiru (Author)

Whether it's called soccer, football, or the world's game, soccer is fun and has been deemed the most popular sport in the world. Soccer is about motion. Physics is about the laws of motion, and it can be applied to ball games. Combining soccer and physics is one way to appreciate the high-speed aspects of the sport. In The Physics of Soccer, author Deji Badiru introduces basic mathematics and science concepts in an interesting, useful, and engaging way to enhance how the game is played.

The Physics of Soccer teaches both players and coaches how to look at soccer in a new way-beyond the physical undertaking it represents-to understand the marvels of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics that give soccer its life, power, and thrills.

With a background as both a scientist and soccer coach, Badiru also examines the science behind game scenarios, field-based decisions, the geometry of field play, and strategies for assessing the implications of directional motions of opponents and teammates on the field. The Physics of Soccer is an essential resource for any team looking for an advantage that can make the difference between just playing, and winning.

Author Biography

Deji Badiru is an award-winning author, educator, researcher, and administrator. He is a former soccer player and coach and has practical experience with the game of soccer. Badiru is also the author of Getting Things Done through Project Management.

by Badiru Deji Badiru (Author), Deji Badiru (Author)

Whether it's called soccer, football, or the world's game, soccer is fun and has been deemed the most popular sport in the world. Soccer is about motion. Physics is about the laws of motion, and it can be applied to ball games. Combining soccer and physics is one way to appreciate the high-speed aspects of the sport. In The Physics of Soccer, author Deji Badiru introduces basic mathematics and science concepts in an interesting, useful, and engaging way to enhance how the game is played.

The Physics of Soccer teaches both players and coaches how to look at soccer in a new way-beyond the physical undertaking it represents-to understand the marvels of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics that give soccer its life, power, and thrills.

With a background as both a scientist and soccer coach, Badiru also examines the science behind game scenarios, field-based decisions, the geometry of field play, and strategies for assessing the implications of directional motions of opponents and teammates on the field. The Physics of Soccer is an essential resource for any team looking for an advantage that can make the difference between just playing, and winning.

Author Biography

Deji Badiru is an award-winning author, educator, researcher, and administrator. He is a former soccer player and coach and has practical experience with the game of soccer. Badiru is also the author of Getting Things Done through Project Management.

by Gary Curneen (Author)

When it comes to building successful soccer teams, pre-season is a critical time. It's the perfect time for the coach to create a team identity, set standards, develop effective training habits, and reinforce winning behaviors. Get it right and you can set the foundation required to catapult your team towards an excellent season. Get it wrong, however, and your season might never recover.

This book looks at how pre-season has changed over the past 10 years, and offers ways for coaches to adapt their work and methods to deal with these changes accordingly. Pre-season is about much more than fitness testing, long-distance running, and grueling physical work. "The Modern Soccer Coach - Pre-Season Training" looks at new, innovative ways to engage players so that they want to train at the maximum every day, and push towards new limits for the new season ahead.

Aimed at soccer coaches of all levels who work with players of all age groups, this book focuses on maximizing every minute you have with your team to help them prepare to set the highest of standards for the season ahead. The book offers a unique insight into how the best coaches in the world are preparing their teams from day one.

With over 60 training exercises designed specifically to challenge your players to their maximum physically, technically, tactically, and mentally, this is pre-season training like you have never seen it before.

- Design a tactical model that suits your team specifically

- Create a winning culture centered around hard work and commitment

- Understand common coaching mistakes and how to avoid them

- Develop training exercises designed to meet the demands of the game

- Learn how to coach players who do not prepare well

- Contains more than 60 pre-season training exercises

by Michael Beale (Author)

The practices are designed to inspire and motivate the players in real game situations that give them freedom of choice and movement both in and out of possession. The basic techniques of passing, dribbling, shooting, tackling and heading will all be used but with use to solve a match problem rather than constant repetition. The sessions have goals and objectives for both the attacking and defending players in order to aid the tempo, competition and enjoyment of the practice.

Author Biography

Mike Beale is a former professional player who since 2001 has coached at various levels of the game. He recently moved from his position at Youth Development Officer and Academy Coach at Chelsea FC to the same position at Liverpool FC in England.

by Andrew Petersen (Author), Gladys Petersen (Author), Mikesch Muecke (Editor)

Little Triceratops wakes up with a big dream-he wants to play soccer! But when doubts creep in, his Mommy reminds him that bravery and practice can overcome any fear. With his family's encouragement, Little Triceratops practices, joins a team, and discovers the joy of learning, making friends, and scoring his very first goal. This heartwarming tale of courage, determination, and fun shows little readers that they can achieve anything they set their minds to!

After noticing our son's apprehension on his first day of soccer practice, we knew we wanted to help him build confidence and enjoy the game as much as he did at home. Almost every night, we spent time together drawing, imagining what Little Dino might do at practice, and talking about our feelings. Week by week, we watched him flourish-his confidence grew, his skills improved, and he started leaving practice with a big smile. Our hope is that The Little TryCeratops series will inspire other kids facing similar challenges to overcome their fears and believe they can achieve anything they set their minds to. And, of course, it's all about dinosaurs-who doesn't love dinosaurs?

Andrew (Drew) Petersen, born and raised in Grinnell, Iowa, attended Iowa State University, where he earned his Bachelor of Architecture degree and met his wife, Gladys. Today, Andrew lives in Des Moines, Iowa, with his family, where he practices architecture and design. Inspired by his two young children and the challenges they encounter in their daily lives, Andrew and his wife use storytelling and illustration as personal parenting tools to help their children thrive. Outside of architecture and design, Andrew enjoys running, biking, spending time outdoors with his family, and perfecting his spaghetti-and-meatballs recipe.

by Jay H. Williams (Author)

The SCIENCE Behind Soccer Nutrition is written to help players and coaches understand the critical link between diet and performance. Rather than providing a collection of diet do's and don'ts, this book stresses a set of fundamental principles, built on scientific research designed to guide you through the nutritional challenges of training and competing. The 2nd edition contains updated information as well as new chapters all focused on helping players develop their individual nutritional strategy for maximizing performance.

by Michael Langdon (Author)

Discover the best stories from the world of soccer!

Have you heard of:

• The referee who lost his teeth mid-game?
• The player who got injured playing scrabble?
• The ladies who changed a nation?
• The one-armed goalkeeper?
• The game of three halves?
• The seagull that scored a goal?
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Whether you're a die-hard soccer fan or just enjoy a good story, The Beautiful Game For Kids! is sure to keep you entertained.

From Pickles The Dog who rescued a World Cup through to the 'Zombie' match of 2019, this book contains the best stories to have ever emerged from the world of soccer. All told in a humorous and entertaining way for your child who's passionate about the sport.

With over 25 fascinating stories, you'll relive the most humorous and inspirational anecdotes to have come out from the Beautiful Game, and in the process you will learn more about the sport than you ever thought!

So, if you or your child are prepared to be left in awe by some of the craziest tales to have emerged from the sport, scroll up and click the Add to Cart button.

Perfect as a present for a child who is mad about soccer!

by Walter the Educator (Author)

The Little Football (Soccer) Poetry Book brings together the love of football (soccer) and poetry; it will make the perfect gift for the football (soccer) fan and add to your football (soccer) sports collection.

Educator, Author, and Poet, Walter the Educator created The Little Football (Soccer) Poetry Book for all the football (soccer) lovers across the world.

Known for being the world's most popular sport, The Little American Football Poetry Book includes unique poems representing football topics associated with the lovable game, making it the perfect gift for the football (soccer) lover. Creating a poetry book about football (soccer) can be a unique way of exploring the game. Poetry can give a fresh perspective and bring an imaginative approach to understanding and appreciating the game of football (soccer). Moreover, it can bridge the gap between sports and art and appeal to a larger audience. Overall, a poetry book about football (soccer) can be an appealing and creative way to engage with the game that so many people love.

by Chris Hilaire (Illustrator), Nishita D. Roy-Pope (Author)

Boringville is a place that is really...BORING. There are no playgrounds, no beaches, no soccer fields, no basketball courts, no video games, no ice cream trucks, and definitely no recess at school. It is against the law to use your imagination in Boringville. Everything must be done the way it has always been done.

Well, at least Boringville used to be so boring. Until an unexpected discovery of a magic soccer ball brought together a group of students-known as the Courage Kids-who want to make the world better. They must use the soccer ball to save their town before it disappears!

Will they be able to use their teamwork and problem-solving skills to save Boringville in time? Will they be able to complete the mission without getting caught by Principal Bland? There is only one way to find out... read this adventure-filled book!

by Andrew Petersen (Author), Gladys Petersen (Author), Mikesch Muecke (Editor)

Little Triceratops wakes up with a big dream-he wants to play soccer! But when doubts creep in, his Mommy reminds him that bravery and practice can overcome any fear. With his family's encouragement, Little Triceratops practices, joins a team, and discovers the joy of learning, making friends, and scoring his very first goal. This heartwarming tale of courage, determination, and fun shows little readers that they can achieve anything they set their minds to!

After noticing our son's apprehension on his first day of soccer practice, we knew we wanted to help him build confidence and enjoy the game as much as he did at home. Almost every night, we spent time together drawing, imagining what Little Dino might do at practice, and talking about our feelings. Week by week, we watched him flourish-his confidence grew, his skills improved, and he started leaving practice with a big smile. Our hope is that The Little TryCeratops series will inspire other kids facing similar challenges to overcome their fears and believe they can achieve anything they set their minds to. And, of course, it's all about dinosaurs-who doesn't love dinosaurs?

Andrew (Drew) Petersen, born and raised in Grinnell, Iowa, attended Iowa State University, where he earned his Bachelor of Architecture degree and met his wife, Gladys. Today, Andrew lives in Des Moines, Iowa, with his family, where he practices architecture and design. Inspired by his two young children and the challenges they encounter in their daily lives, Andrew and his wife use storytelling and illustration as personal parenting tools to help their children thrive. Outside of architecture and design, Andrew enjoys running, biking, spending time outdoors with his family, and perfecting his spaghetti-and-meatballs recipe.

by Peggy Goodman (Author), Blueberry Illustrations (Illustrator)

The Secret Life of Sam the Soccer Ball is about a lonely soccer ball who is finally bought by a little boy named Dylan who takes him home where their adventures begin. Sam shares his life with us on the soccer field as he is kicked, rolled and bounced through the years as he and Dylan both get older.

by Sam Crestwell (Author)

Introducing "The Midnight Whistle: 50 Epic Bedtime Stories From The World Of Soccer" - the ultimate bedtime companion for soccer enthusiasts! Here's why this book is an absolute must-have for a soccer fan!

• ���� Immersive Adventures: Dive into 50 captivating tales set in the thrilling world of soccer, where every match is a chance for heroes to rise and legends to be born.
• ���� Variety for Every Fan: Whether you dream of scoring the winning goal, leading your team to victory, or uncovering the secrets of the game, there's a story in here for you.
• ���� Spark Your Imagination: Say goodbye to dull bedtime routines and hello to bedtime adventures! Let your imagination run wild as you join your favorite players on epic quests and thrilling challenges.
• ���� Build a Love for Reading: Foster a lifelong love for reading with stories that ignite passion, excitement, and a thirst for adventure.
• ���� Educational Value: From lessons in teamwork and perseverance to tales of friendship and sportsmanship, each story in this collection offers valuable lessons that extend beyond the field.
• ���� Bedtime Made Easy: Say goodbye to bedtime battles and hello to eager anticipation as you look forward to your nightly dose of soccer magic.
• ���� Expand Your Horizons: Be introduced to cultures from around the world as you explore stories inspired by the diverse landscapes of soccer's global stage.
• ���� Endless Entertainment: With 50 stories to choose from, there's always a new adventure waiting to be discovered, ensuring that bedtime never gets boring.

by Mark Satorre (Author)

In the heart of a bustling city, nestled between towering skyscrapers and busy streets, lived a family with a bond as strong as steel and a love for soccer that rivaled the roar of a stadium full of fans. At the center of this family is Lionella, a spirited twelve-year-old girl whose very name echoed the greatness of her idol, Lionel Messi.Lionella's family wasn't just passionate about soccer; they lived and breathed it. Their love for the sport was intertwined with their heritage and traditions. Although they had migrated to the US from Argentina in the nineties, their connection to their roots remained unbreakable, fueled by an unwavering devotion to Messi and the beautiful game.Every goal scored by their beloved player was a cause for celebration in their household, a joyous occasion marked by cheers, chants, and the tantalizing aroma of traditional Argentine cuisine wafting through the air. From sizzling asado on the grill to sweet, indulgent alfajores, their table overflowed with flavors that transported them back to their homeland with every bite.Clad in the iconic blue and white of the Argentine flag, Lionella's family stood united in their passion, their pride shining as brightly as the golden sun emblazoned at the center of their national emblem. Together, they cheered on Messi, their voices rising in unison with each goal, a chorus of support that echoed across oceans and continents.

For Lionella, the connection to Messi ran deeper than just fandom; he was her inspiration and guiding star in a world filled with challenges and triumphs. As she navigated the ups and downs of adolescence, she found solace and strength in the magic of the game of soccer, drawing courage from Messi's legendary feats on the soccer field, or as the Brits call it, "the pitch."Join Lionella on her soccer-filled adventures as she embarks on a journey of friendship, resilience, and self-discovery, fueled by her unwavering love for the beautiful game of soccer and the indomitable spirit of her namesake, Argentinian soccer legend Lionel Messi.

by Andy Beers (Author)

Youth soccer presents a wealth of opportunities for children to build mental and physical strength, but parents are often expected to take on new roles as coaches and spectators to enhance their child's success. At first blush, these roles seem simple, but like most things in life, the rewards of youth soccer depend on how much effort both parent and child invest, and appropriate parental involvement is crucial.

Andy Beers embraced his role as a soccer dad and embarked on a sixteen-year adventure that spanned the childhoods of his three children, a big city, a small rural community, and two states. When he began, he was ignorant about everything related to soccer. By the time he was finished, he was a confident and knowledgeable coach. Still, like most parents, Andy frequently made potentially life-changing decisions involving his children but never knew how his actions would influence their futures. Now, he looks back and shares successful strategies, including coaching tips, parental advice, and dealing with the challenges of sportsmanship.

The Beers family's real-life soccer adventure provides surprising plot twists. The lessons learned serve as a useful guide for soccer parents, no matter if their child is a beginning or advanced player. Don't miss this incredible story or the opportunity to improve your soccer experience by learning from Andy's missteps and triumphs.

by Paul Fraga (Author)

Are you a Soccer Agent and you have just started? You're not yet but you would like to be one of them? If you belong to one of these groups, let me ask you a question: Has anyone, ever, explained to you what this profession is about? I mean the day-to-day. Do you know what to do? And more important, do you know how to do it? I'll go further. Do you know the variables you have to pay special attention to? And the obstacles that will appear and how to overcome them? I will share with you the question I asked myself at the time: "I am already a FIFA agent, now what?" Tell me, is it familiar to you? Have you ever asked yourself this question? Now think about how you would feel if I told you that you can learn the keys of this profession from a practical point of view. Imagine yourself making a qualitative step forward as an agent! Sounds good, right? Well, it is possible. This is the book I wish I had read when I started. In my case it took me time to realize many things, so now I want you to save time and bad moments.

by Bill O'Neill (Author)

No sport in the world gets as much attention as soccer. Whether it is television, internet or hard print, soccer dominates sports coverage throughout the world. People scan the coverage for news, especially of their favorite club, however long their allegiance has been established. Not everyone knows the history of the game, its origins and the interesting stories that have emerged over the years. Here is a handy e-book that helps to fill that void in knowledge; easily readable and not too overwhelming in statistics.

It may just be a starting point for really keen fans who will find plenty that might inspire them to research in greater detail. Learn about the man who stood in third class rail to get to Glasgow to play for Great Britain just after World War II or the African soccer superstar that has just be voted in as President of his Country.

The face of soccer is certainly changing as more and more finance is being attracted from television and sponsorship. With finance has come a level of corruption and there have been a number of corruption trials already; an interesting subject for research in itself and a story that is far from finished yet.

The book gives some general thoughts on the future and readers will certainly have their own thoughts, especially if they are armed with more information on the Game, information they may well get in the pages of '' The Great Book of Soccer.''

by Ben Jackson (Author), Sam Lawrence (Author)

Timmy and his best friend the Fart are back again!

If your child loves soccer and playing sport, then you're going to love reading along with Timmy and his best friend the Little Fart!

The Day My Fart Followed Me To Soccer is a beautifully illustrated journey of Timmy and his imaginary best friend the Little Fart as they attend Timmy's soccer match, and meet his new friend Sophie. Chaos and laughter ensue as the Little Fart tries to help Timmy and Sophie the only way he knows how!

If you enjoy reading funny books with beautiful illustrations and love having your child read along with you, then make sure you grab The Day My Fart Followed Me To Soccer!

Discover and giggle along with Timmy, Sophie and the Little Fart on their exciting day at the soccer field!

by Bill O'Neill (Author)

No sport in the world gets as much attention as soccer. Whether it is television, internet or hard print, soccer dominates sports coverage throughout the world. People scan the coverage for news, especially of their favorite club, however long their allegiance has been established. Not everyone knows the history of the game, its origins and the interesting stories that have emerged over the years. Here is a handy e-book that helps to fill that void in knowledge; easily readable and not too overwhelming in statistics.

by Adrian Lobley (Author)

The Football Maths book is a fun way for children to improve both their maths skills and their soccer knowledge.They will learn about player positions, formations, cup competitions, penalty shoot-outs, own goals, hat-tricks and many more football terms. At the same time they will be counting, adding, subtracting, halving, doubling and learning odds and evens.The Football Maths Book is a Key Stage 1 maths teaching aid for 4-7 year old football fans.

by Michael Orr (Author)

Relive the magic of the Portland Timbers' 1975 season and the birth of Soccer City, USA. This is the story of seventeen players and two coaches who came from different clubs and different countries to form a team just days before their inaugural game. In this fast-paced account, Michael Orr weaves together player interviews, news coverage, and game statistics to capture the Timbers' single-season journey from expansion team to championship contender. From the first televised game against Pele's New York Cosmos to the seven-game winning streak that vied for a league record and the post-season battle for the game's highest prize, rediscover how, in just four months, the Timbers won the hearts of Portlanders and left an indelible stamp on the Rose City's sporting landscape.

by Diego Uribe (Author)

Professional soccer is an exciting and challenging sport to play. It also gives players the chance to proudly represent their country and heritage as they travel around the world. However, the ability to become a professional soccer player takes hard work, discipline, and dedication to the sport. You need to learn to be fast, flexible and focused on a soccer field while thousands of people are watching every move you make. This will require you to obtain extensive knowledge and training from someone who is an experienced soccer player and knows everything there is to know about the game.This book was written by such a person. The information you are about to read will advise you on all aspects of how to become a professional soccer player. You will first learn about the elements needed to become a successful soccer player and then how to market yourself as an agent. The four main elements of soccer success are having physical readiness, tactical & technical competence, mental strength, and nutrition. These elements all play a role in making you an outstanding soccer player out on the field. Obviously, you will need to be physically ready if you're going to be able to handle the intense physical exertion that soccer entails. This will involve performing vigorous exercise training regimens to get you in top shape for the game. Tactical & technical competence is about understanding the various soccer positions and how they are useful for your team. These positions include forward, striker, left midfielder, right midfielder, stopper, defensive midfielder, goalie, and more. The book will teach you how to build mental strength to enhance your cognitive flexibility and responsiveness, which are skills needed in soccer. Most importantly, there will be great emphasis placed on the importance of good nutrition. After all, a professional athlete must maintain a strict nutritious diet if they are going to excel at soccer. Once you learn the best foods to eat and when to eat them, you will have more energy and strength on the field. Remember that professional soccer is a business like anything else. You may have fun playing the game but as a player, you will be the employee of the team owner or manager. If you want to get hired by a team and go play for them, you basically need to market yourself as if you're applying for a job. This means creating a resume that outlines your experience and skills in all types of athletics. By the time you finish reading this book, you will know what it takes to become a professional soccer player. You might decide that you've got what it takes to succeed as a player or you may not. Either way, let this book guide you along the way.

by Vincent Marcotrigiano (Author), Ariane Elsammak (Illustrator)

His classmates think he's too slow. They say he doesn't have the skill. They believe he's just too small to play soccer. What they don't know about Little Marco, though, is his passion for soccer--it's gigantic, humongous, supersized! Determined to prove himself, he makes a wish under a shooting star one night to become the best soccer player he can be. What happens next is a World Cup-worthy adventure full of challenges, friendship and fun. Little Marco soon discovers size doesn't matter if you have heart and that with practice anything is possible. Along the way he'll make a new friend who becomes his greatest teacher and Buddy for life.

by Christopher Tozier (Author), Jake Deibler (Illustrator)

There is one soccer move that is so rare, so bold, and so devastating to your opponent that some people think it's impossible to achieve. It's a move that can change everything. It might even fix your messed-up life.