The Baffled Parent's Guide to Coaching Youth Soccer [Paperback]

Bobby Clark (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 19, 1999

Written by soccer great and championship Stanford coach Bobby Clark, COACHING YOUTH SOCCER: THE BAFFLED PARENT'S GUIDE tells you how, starting at point zero, an uninitiated coach can meld kids into a team and help them enjoy one of the most rewarding experiences of their youth. (In the end, you may be the one who reaps the biggest reward, as you watch kids learn and grow in an experience they'll treasure for a lifetime.)

Editorial Reviews

From the Inside Flap

"Coaching is simply another word for teaching."--Bobby Clark Coach. You thought you were just going to sign up your child for the youth league. Now here you are, a newly annointed coach. You didn't ask for it, but it happened anyway. Now you need help. Don't despair. This complete guidebook will not only get you through it but will help you become the coach you'd like to be--the coach who can give those kids the sports experience they deserve. You've already taken a big step: you said "yes" to this important commitment. Congratulations. You'll have a great time, and Bobby Clark is here to help. *

Survive your first practice and first game *

Match your drills and strategies to age and ability *

Win over problem players--and parents *

Make it fun and rewarding *

Know what to do in game situations *

Be the coach you never had *

Reach all your players *

Generate enthusiasm *

Work with girls and boys *

Improve your players and your team Boys Soccer

Coaching

Girls Soccer

Parenting

Physical Education

Soccer

Soccer Coaching

Soccer Drills

Soccer for Children

Sports & Outdoors

Sports & Recreation

Team Sports

Youth Leagues

From the Back Cover

"Whether you are baffled or not, you'll find this book essential reading."--­­Jim Sheldon, Executive Director, National Soccer Coaches Association of America

Coaching is simply another word for teaching."--Bobby Clark

Coach. You thought you were just going to sign up your child for the youth league. Now here you are a newly appointed coach. You didn't ask for it, but it happened anyway. Now you need help.

Don't despair. This complete guidebook will not only get you through it but will help you become the coach you'd like to be--­­the coach who can give those kids the sports experience they deserve. You've already taken a big step: you said "yes" to this important commitment. Congratulations. You'll have a great time, and Bobby Clark is here to help.

• Survive your first practice and first game
• Win over problem players--and parents
• Know what to do in game situations
• Reach all your players
• Work with girls and boys
• Match your drills and strategies to age and ability
• Make it fun and rewarding
• Be the coach you never had
• Generate enthusiasm
• Improve your players and your team

"Few people can compare to Bobby Clark as a player and a teacher of the game. It only makes sense that few books on coaching can compare to this book."­­--Mike Berticelli, Head Coach, University of Notre Dame Men's Soccer Team

"A valuable read for developing the next generation of American soccer stars."--­­Dr. Doug Semark, American Youth Soccer Organization

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Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press (July 19, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0071346082
• ISBN-13: 978-0071346085
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.3 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (32 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #63,654 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #2 in Books > Sports & Outdoors > Coaching > Soccer
  • #7 in Books > Sports & Outdoors > Coaching > Children's Sports
  • #14 in Books > Sports & Outdoors > Coaching > Football (American)

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49 of 50 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is THE best book on coaching soccer. 6 stars., September 11, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Baffled Parent's Guide to Coaching Youth Soccer (Paperback)

Having played in college, coached many youth teams, and read many books on coaching soccer, I can honestly say, THIS IS THE BEST BOOK AROUND. It contains, 1. simple, effective ways to organize a practice. 2. loads and loads of common sense. Your players will improve, having fun at the same time. Your confidence as a coach will soar with Coach Clark at your right hand.

67 of 71 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The One Book You Should Have, December 6, 1999

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This review is from: The Baffled Parent's Guide to Coaching Youth Soccer (Paperback)

This book is truly all inclusive for the new or beginning coach. If you have to pick just one book to help you coach soccer pick this one. I am getting a fairly large soccer library and this is the best I've seen as a teach everything book.

37 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Uniquely effective approach to teaching kids soccer, September 11, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Baffled Parent's Guide to Coaching Youth Soccer (Paperback)

This is a wonderful guide to involving kids in soccer and teaching them the fundamentals of the game. I have been coaching my son's team for three seasons now, and this book has really changed my approach. I used coach Clark's drills and techniques this summer and watched the kids become more engaged in the sessions and improve their skills. Coach Clark has a uniquely effective approach to teaching children.