More Than Goals: The Journey from Backyard Games to World Cup Competition

Coaches, teammates, and opponents recognize that Reyna's value on the field and to a squad extends far beyond the goal-scoring situations he creates. More Than Goals captures the consummate leader and captain's passion and knowledge for the game. You'll gain both an appreciation of what it takes to excel in the sport and insights on how to play it.

Author Claudio Reyna has been a champion performer from youth club through professional levels. The following are among his accomplishments:

Two-time state champion and two-time Parade magazine High School Player of the Year at St. Benedict's Prep (New Jersey)

Three-time national champion and All-American, two-time Player of the Year, and College Player of the Century at the University of Virginia

Three-time World Cup competitor and World Cup all-star team selection in 2002

Captain of teams in top professional leagues in Germany, Scotland, and England

Reyna is currently with Manchester City of the English Premier League and is also the U.S. national team captain.

Bruce Arena
U.S. National Team Coach and Technical Director

"When Claudio's on the field, teammates know he's going to get them the ball and that he'll help them to play better. More Than Goals gives insights into becoming that kind of player."

Landon Donovan
2002 and 2003 U.S. Player of the Year


Claudio and Mike nailed it   May 13, 2004
 6 out of 6 found this review helpful

Tired of typical linear, from-youth-to-star books? Unsatisfied with "how-to" drills? If so, this is the perfect antidote.

Claudio's story as a genuine American soccer hero is a special one -- and he tells it in an engaging, exciting way. With the help of talented soccer journalist Mike Woitalla, Claudio weaves various parts of his career with thoughts on the state of American soccer today. Using his father (his first coach) as an example, Claudio describes his view of American soccer -- the ideal, and the reality.

The book can be read and enjoyed by many audiences: young players seeking inspiration; coaches looking for tips on how to teach and motivate, and soccer fans hoping for an inside view of a true American hero.


Much More Than A How-To   April 27, 2004
 7 out of 7 found this review helpful

The U.S.'s greatest soccer star, Claudio Reyna, has always put more effort in his game than most players, and he does the same thing in this book. Instead of simply writing an autobiography, or an instruction manual, he does both in More Than Goals. And he does it with great style too, using his own personal experiences to illustrate the general principles and techniques that have made him one of the world's premiere players. If you're a fan who wants to know more about Claudio, or a player who wants to learn how to take your game to the next level, this book is for you...