{"product_id":"9781552093290","title":"Soccer Skills For Young Players","description":"Making the most of preparation and practice time with this comprehensive skills guide. \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 — 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","brand":"Firefly Books, Limited","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42610987106365,"sku":"9781552093290","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/0838\/9949\/files\/9781552093290_p0.jpg?v=1771568756","url":"https:\/\/www.tatteredcover.mom\/products\/9781552093290","provider":"Tattered Cover","version":"1.0","type":"link"}