{"product_id":"soccer-skills-ted-buxton-9781552093290","title":"Soccer Skills for Young Players","description":"\u003cp\u003e Making the most of preparation and practice time with this comprehensive skills guide. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003ci\u003e\"Both men and women are shown executing the various skills throughout the book. This clearly written title will appeal most to readers who have been enjoying this sport for a few seasons.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e -- School Library Journal \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Soccer has exploded in North America with successful franchises in Canada and the U.S. and starry-eyed supporters dreaming of the World Cup. Games sell out, fans pack stadiums, cities celebrate victories and mourn losses. There is a new generation of celebrity players and a new generation of their fans have followed them onto the field. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e This fully illustrated step-by-step guide is for them. It covers all aspects of soccer, from historical background and soccer jargon to basic ball control and defensive and offensive strategies. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Fully illustrated with step-by-step sequences for optimum performance, it covers all aspects of the sport: historical background, soccer jargon, and basic defensive and offensive strategies. The book is suitable for players just starting out and for the more experienced player looking to fix a persistent problem or improve a specific skill. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e With dozens of color photographs, \u003ci\u003eSoccer Skills for Young Players\u003c\/i\u003e features: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e Ball control\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Passing skills \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Running with the ball \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Free kicks, corner kicks, \"bending the ball\" \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Hitting the back of the net \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Controlling the ball on the head \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Shadowing and tackling \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Goal-keeping \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Pre-match preparation and off-season conditioning \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Pre- and post-game nutrition tips. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e Training drills used by soccer's top professionals are combined with sequential photographs and detailed explanations. At-a-glance tips help players solve problems and polish their techniques. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e From the necessary skills to strategic tips for winning, \u003ci\u003eSoccer Skills for Young Players\u003c\/i\u003e is essential for players and coaches of the world's most popular sport. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Ted Buxton\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1552093298\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781552093290\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Firefly Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 08\/17\/2007\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 128\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.89lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.68h x 7.50w x 0.47d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e 10\/01\/2000 pg. 179","brand":"Ted Buxton","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":43986955469055,"sku":"9781552093290","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_ac5d447b-b564-4f6f-88df-a026a275a851.jpg?v=1683286148","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/soccer-skills-ted-buxton-9781552093290","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}