Volleyball: Skills of the Game [Paperback]

Keith Nicholls (Author)

Book Description

Series: Skills of the Game | Publication Date: November 1, 2001

The bestselling Skills of the Game series provides in-depth instruction for players and coaches, written by leading names in the field. Whether the indoor, outdoor, beach, park, mini, sitting, or standing game, volleyball has taken off and is now played competitively by over 70 million people. In this book former international Keith Nicholls explains the shots and tactics which make volleyball such a vibrant and exciting game to play, watch, and coach. It is fully illustrated with instructional photography and covers all aspects of the game, from rules to team play.

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About the Author

Keith Nicholls is Director of Physical Education and Sport at the University of East Anglia. He played for both England, Great Britain at international level, and as a coach has helped many top teams. He has worked as a commentator for Channel 4.

Product Details

• Paperback: 112 pages
• Publisher: Crowood Press; 3rd edition (November 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1861264410
• ISBN-13: 978-1861264411
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.4 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.9 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,053,441 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Clear and concise introductory book, June 17, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Volleyball (The Skills of the Game) (Paperback)

Obviously written by someone who is in tune with the needs of teachers and beginning coaches. Clear exposition of the basic elements of each technique and useful introductory practices. The accompanying photos are clear and relevant.The tactical side is treated in a similar clear way and I particularly liked the section on individual tactical play in which the author uses his own playing and coaching experence to guide an upcoming player through each phase of the game.

For the beginning coach there is a helpful chapter on planning practise and running a game.The fitness for volleyball section is also useful for players and coaches.

If I have a criticism it is that certain parts need updating to take into account recent rule changes.

I was surprised by this book , although the author comes from a very minor voleyball playing country it is one which every school and college library should have . It deserves much more publicity - and an updated reprint as soon as possible

5.0 out of 5 stars Please note Revised November 2001 edition available, January 6, 2003

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Keith Nicholls (Great Britain) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Volleyball: Skills of the Game (Paperback)

This best selling book was completely rewritten and updated in November 2001.