{"product_id":"coaching-soccer-for-dummies-paperback-softback-9781394370252","title":"Coaching Soccer For Dummies (Paperback \/ softback) 9781394370252","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eCoaching Soccer For Dummies\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003e (Author), Greg Bach (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781394370252, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 9 December 2025\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e384 pages\u003cbr\u003e22.6 x 18.5 x 2 cm, 0.544 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBecome an unforgettable soccer coach for kids of any age, with this complete guide\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCoaching Soccer For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is a quick and easy reference guide for anyone who wants to start coaching youth soccer—or start coaching better. Help kids 5 and older to  improve their skills, work together, and have fun, no matter their experience level. You'll get a refresher on the rules of soccer, with tips on how to teach them to different age groups. Plus, you'll find drills and dynamic exercises you can use to improve the outcomes of your practice sessions. The title “Coach” comes with the responsibility to help players stay motivated and safe, all while building a respectful team culture and supporting kids' mental health. With \u003ci\u003eCoaching Soccer For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e it's simple to do all that—and to develop a coaching philosophy that will help you give young players the support they need. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn drills and techniques for teaching soccer skills to kids of all ages\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGet a complete rundown on safety, including proper form for injury prevention\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEstablish a positive team culture, prevent bullying, and keep players motivated\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommunicate effectively with parents and other coaches\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis book is the perfect choice for beginner or novice youth soccer coaches who are seeking guidance to help improve and develop their coaching skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1: Stepping Up and Setting Up for Success 5\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Teaching Soccer to Children 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Getting Organized 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Getting Up to Speed with the Basics 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2: Taking the Field: Making Every Moment Matter 57\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Meet the Parents 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Getting to Know Your Team 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Running a Great Practice 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Getting Your Game On 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Refining Your Approach at Midseason 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3: Focusing on the Fundamentals 165\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Teaching the Fundamentals 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Fundamental Drills 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Coaching Offense 101 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Coaching Defense 101 227\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Coaching Restarts 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Taking Practice Drills to the Next Level 257\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Implementing Advanced Drills 281\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4: Protecting Players and Conquering Coaching Challenges 289\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Keeping Kids Healthy and Injury-Free 291\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Dealing with Common Coaching Challenges 313\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5: The Part of Tens 333\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 18: Ten Ways to Help Players Focus and Flourish 335\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 19: (Almost) Ten Ways to Build Team Unity 341\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 347\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Sports \u0026amp; outdoor recreation [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Sports \u0026amp; outdoor recreation\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Sports%20\u0026amp;%20outdoor%20recreation%20%5BWS%5D%22\"\u003eWS\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52462979940632,"sku":"9781394370252","price":13.88,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9781394370252.jpg?v=1785544169","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/coaching-soccer-for-dummies-paperback-softback-9781394370252","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}