Coaching Soccer For Dummies

• 09 december 2025
• 9781394370252

Samenvatting:

Learn and lead your team through a great season

A good soccer coach is key to any team’s success, whether the players are 6 or 16. Coaching Soccer For Dummies gives you a refresher on the rules, plus countless ideas for teaching the fundamentals to kids of all ages. Learn drills and activities for dribbling, passing, defending, shooting, goaltending, and ball control. You’ll also get inspiration for explaining soccer like they’re 5—literally! This updated edition focuses on building a supportive team culture, so all players can gain confidence and have fun on the field.

Inside…

• Getting to know your team
• Coaching offense and defense
• Beginning, intermediate, and advanced soccer drills
• Keeping kids safe on the field
• Your coaching philosophy
• Building team camaraderie
• Dealing with common challenges

Become an unforgettable soccer coach for kids of any age, with this complete guide

Coaching Soccer For Dummies 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 Coaching Soccer For Dummies it's simple to do all that—and to develop a coaching philosophy that will help you give young players the support they need.

• Learn drills and techniques for teaching soccer skills to kids of all ages
• Get a complete rundown on safety, including proper form for injury prevention
• Establish a positive team culture, prevent bullying, and keep players motivated
• Communicate effectively with parents and other coaches

This book is the perfect choice for beginner or novice youth soccer coaches who are seeking guidance to help improve and develop their coaching skills.