{"product_id":"coaching-kids-to-play-soccer-everything-you-need-to-know-to-coach-kids-from-6-to-16-9781416546726","title":"Coaching Kids to Play Soccer: Everything You Need to Know to Coach Kids from 6 to 16","description":"\u003ch2\u003eComplete Soccer Coaching Guide for Youth Players Ages 6-16\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCOACHES AND PARENTS OF SOCCER PLAYERS OF ALL LEVELS, THIS IS THE BOOK FOR YOU!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis revised and updated coaching manual provides everything needed to run a successful youth soccer team, regardless of coaching experience or competitive level. Written by Jim San Marco and Kurt Aschermann, experienced educators and coaches, this illustrated guide covers every aspect of youth soccer coaching from roster building to post-game logistics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat This Soccer Coaching Manual Covers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book delivers practical instruction across all essential coaching areas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSETTING UP THE FIRST PRACTICE\u003c\/b\u003e - Organizational strategies for new teams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTEACHING THE BASICS\u003c\/b\u003e - Fundamental soccer skills and techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDEVELOPING SKILL THROUGH DRILLS AND EXERCISES\u003c\/b\u003e - Age-appropriate training activities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLEARNING THE RULES\u003c\/b\u003e - Complete game regulations and officiating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eENCOURAGING FAIR PLAY AND HEALTHY COMPETITION\u003c\/b\u003e - Building sportsmanship and team values\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCoaching Philosophy: Fun, Active, Team-Focused\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe authors emphasize that youth soccer should prioritize enjoyment, physical activity, and learning about team spirit and competition. This approach helps build teams that play well, stay healthy, and develop positive attitudes toward sports, regardless of win-loss records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUpdated Content for Modern Coaching\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis revised edition includes new drills, updated diagrams, and additional photos to demonstrate proper techniques and training setups. The friendly, easy-to-use format makes it accessible for both seasoned professionals and first-time coaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Authors\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJim San Marco\u003c\/b\u003e served as teacher, athletic director, and coach at Edgemont High School in Scarsdale, New York, finishing his eighteen-year soccer coaching career with a 211-67-24 record. He was recognized as Section I Soccer Coach of the Year and New York State Section I Athletic Director of the Year, and served as a New York State soccer coaching clinician and Physical Education Convention speaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKurt Aschermann\u003c\/b\u003e is a physical educator, coach, and coauthor of multiple coaching guides including \u003ci\u003eCoaching Kids to Play Baseball and Softball\u003c\/i\u003e. A graduate of Springfield College in Springfield, Massachusetts, he is a sought-after speaker, workshop leader, and consultant in youth sports education.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether coaching recreational leagues or competitive teams, this comprehensive resource answers every coach's questions about developing young soccer players.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fireside","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50680877973778,"sku":"9781416546726","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_42a2eae1-2a30-4309-b66e-343f3d973b52.jpg?v=1733944790","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/coaching-kids-to-play-soccer-everything-you-need-to-know-to-coach-kids-from-6-to-16-9781416546726","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}