Learning Soccer

by Barth, Katrin

• ISBN13: 9781841261300
• ISBN10: 1841261300
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-12-01
• Publisher: Meyer & Meyer Sport

Summary

Soccer is "in", and even the youngest children don't just want to kick theall around. They want to know everything about their favourite sport. Billy,the magic mouse", accompanies children through this book and talks about allou need to know about soccer.;The book answers questions on soccer gear,egulations, soccer clubs, the history of soccer, and everything elsehildren are interested in. Basic techniques are explained so they are easilynderstood, and suggestions are made to promote independent practice. Billy'suizzes and puzzles, as well as opportunities for filling out and colouringn, make this book a constant companion for young soccer players. And thent's time to get outside and onto the soccer field to practice all the thingsilly suggested.

Author Biography

Katrin Barth is a certified teacher with 10 years professional experience Ullrich Zempel has spent many years coaching soccer at college level, as well as being a coach and trainer for the German Soccer Federation (DFB) in the area of talent development. He does research work with a focus on youth soccer, and also writes for various trade magazines

Table of Contents

Dear Beginner Soccer Player	9	(6)
Tips from the authors, Billy, the magic soccer mouse introduces himself
How Soccer Began	15	(6)
Interesting facts about soccer's history, soccer in Germany
Hi there, Ulf Kirsten!	21	(8)
An interview with the successful goal scorer from the German Bundesliga, role models, your favorites
No Pain, No Gain	29	(4)
The right attitude for the sport, about personal goals and motivation
Fit and Healthy	33	(4)
Proper nutrition, healthy life style
Soccer Equipment	37	(8)
The clothing, the ball, the goal, the field
Keeping Things Straight	45	(6)
Rules for a fair game, the referee
A Feel for the Ball	51	(12)
Sure and skillful handling of the ball, exercises
A little Something about Soccer Technique	63	(26)
Shooting goals and passing, the header, frequent mistakes, helpful hints and exercises
Dribbling, Feints, Taking-on and Moving the Ball	89	(16)
Ball control, feinting the opponent, taking-on and moving the ball, exercises
Let's Play!	105	(10)
Lots of ideas for playing in the yard or in a team
Playing for a Soccer Club	115	(6)
How do I sign up?, age groups and leagues
Little Soccer Encyclopedia	121	(2)
Important soccer terminology
Solutions and Answers	123	(2)
Solutions to puzzles and answers to questions
Let's Talk	125	(10)
Dear Parents, dear Soccer Coach, suggestions from the authors on how we can support our little players and how to use the book effectively
Photo & Illustration Credits	135