Coaching Soccer For Dummies

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National Alliance for Youth Sports Greg Bach (National Alliance for Youth Sports)

Coaching Soccer For Dummies

Name: Coaching Soccer For Dummies
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National Alliance for Youth Sports, Greg Bach (National Alliance for Youth Sports)

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Wiley
10 January 2026

Sports & outdoor recreation; Sports training & coaching; Football (Soccer, Association football)

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.

By: National Alliance for Youth Sports, Greg Bach (National Alliance for Youth Sports)
Imprint: Wiley
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions: Height: 226mm, Width: 185mm, Spine: 20mm
Weight: 544g
ISBN: 9781394370252
ISBN 10: 1394370253
Pages: 384
Publication Date: 10 January 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Introduction 1 Part 1: Stepping Up and Setting Up for Success 5 Chapter 1: Teaching Soccer to Children 7 Chapter 2: Getting Organized 19 Chapter 3: Getting Up to Speed with the Basics 35 Part 2: Taking the Field: Making Every Moment Matter 57 Chapter 4: Meet the Parents 59 Chapter 5: Getting to Know Your Team 77 Chapter 6: Running a Great Practice 103 Chapter 7: Getting Your Game On 131 Chapter 8: Refining Your Approach at Midseason 155 Part 3: Focusing on the Fundamentals 165 Chapter 9: Teaching the Fundamentals 167 Chapter 10: Fundamental Drills 195 Chapter 11: Coaching Offense 101 209 Chapter 12: Coaching Defense 101 227 Chapter 13: Coaching Restarts 239 Chapter 14: Taking Practice Drills to the Next Level 257 Chapter 15: Implementing Advanced Drills 281 Part 4: Protecting Players and Conquering Coaching Challenges 289 Chapter 16: Keeping Kids Healthy and Injury-Free 291 Chapter 17: Dealing with Common Coaching Challenges 313 Part 5: The Part of Tens 333 Chapter 18: Ten Ways to Help Players Focus and Flourish 335 Chapter 19: (Almost) Ten Ways to Build Team Unity 341 Index 347

The National Alliance for Youth Sports (NAYS) educates, equips, and empowers youth sports leaders, program administrators, volunteer coaches, and parents through a variety of trainings, programs, and resources so all children can enjoy the lifelong benefits of sports. Greg Bach is the Senior Director of Communication & Content for NAYS.