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Few experiences are more rewarding than coaching a youth football team. Your journey through the season will be packed with moments that make you smile and that you and your players will remember for the rest of your lives. But what if you’ve never coached before?
No worries! Coaching Football For Dummies is the fun and easy way to tackle the basics of coaching youth football. This friendly guide shows you how to teach your players effectively, regardless of their age or skill level, and lead your team to victory―even if you’re a first-time coach. You’ll discover how to:
Develop a coaching philosophyTeach football fundamentalsEncourage good sportsmanshipImprove your team’s skillsEnsure safety on the fieldCommunicate effectively with parents
Packed with valuable information on preparing your game plan before you even step on the field, this hands-on resource gives you expert guidance in building your coaching skills, from evaluating your players and running enjoyable, productive practices to working with all types of kids―uncoordinated, shy, highly talented―at once. You’ll find a variety of fun-filled drills for teaching everything from tackling and blocking to running and catching, as well as advanced drills to take your players’ skills up a notch. You’ll also see how to:
Conduct a preseason parents’ meeting―an often overlooked aspect of coachingGather the necessary gear and fit the equipment to your playersRaise the level of play on offense, defense, and special teamsTake steps to avoid injuriesDeal with discipline issues and problem parentsMake critical half-time adjustmentsTransition to coaching an All-Star Team
Complete with tips for working with parents, keeping your players healthy, and leading your team effectively on game days, Coaching Football For Dummies is all you need―besides a whistle and a clipboard―to navigate your players through a safe, fun, rewarding season!
Publisher : For Dummies
Publication date : July 12, 2006
Edition : 1st
Language : English
Print length : 384 pages
ISBN-10 : 0471793310
ISBN-13 : 978-0471793311
Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
Dimensions : 7.4 x 1.3 x 9.2 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #86,322 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #37 in Football Coaching (Books)
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Customers say
Customers find the coaching book very helpful for first-time coaches, with one mentioning it goes step-by-step through many topics. The book receives positive feedback for its readability and well-written content. However, the pacing receives mixed reviews, with several customers noting it’s very basic, and the value for money is also mixed.
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