or
Sign in to turn on 1-Click ordering.
or
Amazon Prime Free Trial required. Sign up when you check out. Learn More
More Buying Choices
Have one to sell? Sell yours here
More Than Goals:From Backyard Games to World Cup Competition
 
 
Tell the Publisher!
I'd like to read this book on Kindle

Don't have a Kindle? Get your Kindle here, or download a FREE Kindle Reading App.

More Than Goals:From Backyard Games to World Cup Competition [Paperback]

Claudio Reyna (Author), Michael Woitalla (Author)
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

Price: $17.95 & eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. Details
o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o
In Stock.
Ships from and sold by Amazon.com. Gift-wrap available.
Only 5 left in stock--order soon (more on the way).
Want it delivered Friday, February 3? Choose One-Day Shipping at checkout. Details

Book Description

March 27, 2004

Experience the sport of soccer like never before! More Than Goals will take you inside each level of competition and development of the most successful U.S. men's soccer player ever.

Coaches, teammates, and opponents recognize that Reyna's value on the field and to a squad extends far beyond the goal-scoring situations he creates. More Than Goals captures the consummate leader and captain's passion and knowledge for the game. You'll gain both an appreciation of what it takes to excel in the sport and insights on how to play it.

Author Claudio Reyna has been a champion performer from youth club through professional levels. The following are among his accomplishments:

-Two-time state champion and two-time Parade magazine High School Player of the Year at St. Benedict's Prep (New Jersey)

-Three-time national champion and All-American, two-time Player of the Year, and College Player of the Century at the University of Virginia

-Three-time World Cup competitor and World Cup all-star team selection in 2002

-Captain of teams in top professional leagues in Germany, Scotland, and England
Reyna is currently with Manchester City of the English Premier League and is also the U.S. national team captain.


Frequently Bought Together

More Than Goals:From Backyard Games to World Cup Competition + Playing Out of Your Mind + Focused for Soccer - 2nd Edition
Price For All Three: $41.53

Show availability and shipping details

Buy the selected items together
  • In Stock.
    Ships from and sold by Amazon.com.
    Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. Details

  • Playing Out of Your Mind $9.95

    In Stock.
    Ships from and sold by Amazon.com.
    Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. Details

  • Focused for Soccer - 2nd Edition $13.63

    In Stock.
    Ships from and sold by Amazon.com.
    Eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. Details



Editorial Reviews

Review

""""As one of the most gifted players in U.S. soccer history and national team captain, Claudio Reyna has helped the team to be more successful and competitive internationally. Through his professional experiences in Germany, Scotland, and England, he's become a great pro and a wonderful student of the game. "More Than Goals" is a special look at what motivates this great player and how he's developed his skills. I highly recommend this book to all soccer enthusiasts.
Bruce Arena
U.S. National Team Coach and Technical Director


"""When Claudio's on the field, teammates know he's going to get them the ball and that he'll help them to play better." More Than Goals" gives insights into becoming that kind of player."""
Landon Donovan
2002 and 2003 U.S. Player of the Year


"A mix of a biography, a national team history, practice exercises and
coaching philosophy. a gold mine of recent U.S. and international soccer
information."
Hardy Fuchs, NSCAA Soccer Journal


"A book that inspires and educates."
Luis F. Sanchez, El Nuevo Herald


"Hits the mark as an autobiography, a coaching manual and a non-fiction
book by intertwining stories, observations, tips and tidbits in a smooth
easy-to-read story."
PA West Touchline


"Reyna's picked up something useful from every coach and his comments about
how different coaches use particular practice drills to the team's advantage
is helpful to the player and coach at any level."
Tony Edwards, ussoccerplayers.com
"

Review

"

""As one of the most gifted players in U.S. soccer history and national team captain, Claudio Reyna has helped the team to be more successful and competitive internationally. Through his professional experiences in Germany, Scotland, and England, he's become a great pro and a wonderful student of the game. More Than Goals is a special look at what motivates this great player and how he's developed his skills. I highly recommend this book to all soccer enthusiasts.”

Bruce Arena
U.S. National Team Coach and Technical Director


""When Claudio's on the field, teammates know he's going to get them the ball and that he'll help them to play better. More Than Goals gives insights into becoming that kind of player.""

Landon Donovan
2002 and 2003 U.S. Player of the Year

“A mix of a biography, a national team history, practice exercises and
coaching philosophy. ... a gold mine of recent U.S. and international soccer
information.”

Hardy Fuchs, NSCAA Soccer Journal

“A book that inspires and educates.”
Luis F. Sanchez, El Nuevo Herald

“Hits the mark as an autobiography, a coaching manual and a non-fiction
book ... by intertwining stories, observations, tips and tidbits in a smooth
easy-to-read story.”

PA West Touchline

“Reyna's picked up something useful from every coach and his comments about
how different coaches use particular practice drills to the team's advantage
is helpful to the player and coach at any level.”

Tony Edwards, ussoccerplayers.com

"

Product Details

  • Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  • Paperback: 224 pages
  • Publisher: Human Kinetics; 1 edition (March 27, 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0736051716
  • ISBN-13: 978-0736051712
  • Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 7.1 x 0.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,333,408 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Discover books, learn about writers, read author blogs, and more.

 

Customer Reviews

4 Reviews
5 star:
 (3)
4 star:
 (1)
3 star:    (0)
2 star:    (0)
1 star:    (0)
 
 
 
 
 
Average Customer Review
4.8 out of 5 stars (4 customer reviews)
 
 
 
 
Share your thoughts with other customers:
Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Claudio and Mike nailed it, May 12, 2004
By 
Dan Woog (Westport, CT USA) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   
This review is from: More Than Goals:From Backyard Games to World Cup Competition (Paperback)
Tired of typical linear, from-youth-to-star books? Unsatisfied with "how-to" drills? If so, this is the perfect antidote.

Claudio's story as a genuine American soccer hero is a special one -- and he tells it in an engaging, exciting way. With the help of talented soccer journalist Mike Woitalla, Claudio weaves various parts of his career with thoughts on the state of American soccer today. Using his father (his first coach) as an example, Claudio describes his view of American soccer -- the ideal, and the reality.

The book can be read and enjoyed by many audiences: young players seeking inspiration; coaches looking for tips on how to teach and motivate, and soccer fans hoping for an inside view of a true American hero.

Help other customers find the most helpful reviews 
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No


11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Much More Than A How-To, April 26, 2004
By A Customer
This review is from: More Than Goals:From Backyard Games to World Cup Competition (Paperback)
The U.S.'s greatest soccer star, Claudio Reyna, has always put more effort in his game than most players, and he does the same thing in this book. Instead of simply writing an autobiography, or an instruction manual, he does both in More Than Goals. And he does it with great style too, using his own personal experiences to illustrate the general principles and techniques that have made him one of the world's premiere players. If you're a fan who wants to know more about Claudio, or a player who wants to learn how to take your game to the next level, this book is for you...
Help other customers find the most helpful reviews 
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No


7 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Praise for More Than Goals, May 23, 2004
By A Customer
This review is from: More Than Goals:From Backyard Games to World Cup Competition (Paperback)
"As one of the most gifted players in U.S. soccer history and national team captain, Claudio Reyna has helped the team to be more successful and competitive internationally. Through his professional experiences in Germany, Scotland, and England, he's become a great pro and a wonderful student of the game. More Than Goals is a special look at what motivates this great player and how he's developed his skills. I highly recommend this book to all soccer enthusiasts."

Bruce Arena
U.S. National Team Coach and Technical Director

"When Claudio's on the field, teammates know he's going to get them the ball and that he'll help them to play better. More Than Goals gives insights into becoming that kind of player."

Landon Donovan
2002 and 2003 U.S. Player of the Year

Help other customers find the most helpful reviews 
Was this review helpful to you? Yes No

Share your thoughts with other customers: Create your own review
 
 
 
Most Recent Customer Reviews


Only search this product's reviews



Inside This Book (learn more)
First Sentence:
I look down at the ball, 25 yards out and a few yards left of the goal. Read the first page
Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
national team games, central midfield, weaker foot, slide tackle, college soccer, corner kick, penalty area, league goals, qualifying tournament, penalty spot, free kick, ball skills
Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
United States, First Division, Costa Rica, Premier League, Champions League, South Korea, Glasgow Rangers, New Jersey, Second Division, Bruce Arena, Earnie Stewart, Kasey Keller, Bayer Leverkusen, John O'Brien, Alexi Lalas, Eddie Lewis, Eric Wynalda, John Harkes, Landon Donovan, Brad Friedel, Cobi Jones, Eddie Pope, Jeff Agoos, Tab Ramos, Tony Sanneh
New!
Books on Related Topics | Concordance | Text Stats
Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
Search Inside This Book:

Citations (learn more)
This book cites 4 books:

Suggested Tags from Similar Products

 (What's this?)
Be the first one to add a relevant tag (keyword that's strongly related to this product).
 
(1)

Your tags: Add your first tag
 

Sell a Digital Version of This Book in the Kindle Store

If you are a publisher or author and hold the digital rights to a book, you can sell a digital version of it in our Kindle Store. Learn more

Customer Discussions

This product's forum
Discussion Replies Latest Post
No discussions yet

Ask questions, Share opinions, Gain insight
Start a new discussion
Topic:
First post:
Prompts for sign-in
 


Active discussions in related forums
Search Customer Discussions
Search all Amazon discussions
   
Related forums


So You'd Like to...

Create a guide