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Coaching Football For Dummies
(Author), Greg Bach (Author)
9781394369904, Wiley
Paperback / softback, published 4 June 2026
368 pages
23.4 x 18.8 x 2.5 cm, 0.499 kg
A how-to guide to becoming an inspiring football coach that kids will never forget Coaching Football For Dummies initiates you into the rewarding role of being a coach. With this book, you can help children of all ages and skill levels stay safe, have fun, and play well. You'll get a refresher on the rules and essential skills of football, with tips on how to teach them to different age groups. As a coach, your job is to organize great practices and lead your team effectively during games. This guide gives you tips on doing just that, plus lots of advice on how to ensure that all players, regardless of skill level, size, or position, enjoy playing the sport. Great coaches know how to motivate players, build close-knit teams, and foster positivity—and you can join their ranks, with this Dummies guide. This book is the perfect choice for beginner or novice youth football coaches who are seeking guidance to help improve and develop their coaching skills.
Introduction 1 Part 1: Starting Strong: Leading a Memorable Season 5 Chapter 1: Teaching Football to Children 7 Chapter 2: Preparing for a Fun and Successful Season 17 Chapter 3: Tackling Football Basics 37 Chapter 4: Meeting the Parents 61 Part 2: Building Your Coaching Skills 75 Chapter 5: Evaluating Your Team 77 Chapter 6: Running a Great Practice 97 Chapter 7: Game Day 115 Chapter 8: Refining Your Coaching Strategies 131 Part 3: Focusing on the Fundamentals 137 Chapter 9: Offensive Fundamentals 139 Chapter 10: Defensive and Special Teams Fundamentals 167 Chapter 11: Fundamental Warm-Ups and Drills for Beginners 191 Chapter 12: Coaching Football Offense 101. 225 Chapter 13: Coaching Football Defense 101 241 Part 4: Revving Up Advanced Strategies 263 Chapter 14: Coaching Offense 201 265 Chapter 15: Coaching Defense 201 275 Chapter 16: Coaching Special Teams 283 Part 5: Protecting Players and Handling Coaching Challenges 293 Chapter 17: Keeping Your Players Healthy 295 Chapter 18: Challenges Every Coach Faces 305 Part 6: The Part of Tens 323 Chapter 19: (Almost) Ten Ways to Teach Skills for Life. 325 Chapter 20: Ten Ways to Build Strong Bonds and Team Camaraderie 329 Index 335
Subject Areas: Sports & outdoor recreation [WS]
