Customer Reviews:
 Coach January 16, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
This book is very good for an experienced coach or a coach of older (14+) players. It is well written, encourages coaches to have a positive attitude towards their players & the game, & includes a wealth of material. For the younger team, it doesn't encourage the "have fun & think for yourself" attitude that is enouraged in current coaching classes or by the American Youth Soccer Association.
 OUTSTANDING for the intermediate coach May 30, 2000
40 out of 41 found this review helpful
Absolutely terrific book -- spanning all aspects of team and individual play. I own a number of books -- usually too basic or far too advanced. Hargreaves' book is exceptional in that it takes soccer coaching to a high quality level in terms of both theory and tactics. Probably not the best "first" book for a beginning coach, but great for Under-10 and over (and perhaps U8 advanced play). I'm back to buy additional copies for my assistant coaches. My highest, 5-star recommendation.
A must have for the beginning to intemediate coach May 16, 2000
11 out of 12 found this review helpful
This is an excellent book that covers all the bases (technique, tactics, philosophy etc) and will make an excellent edition to any coaches' library. A very good choice for your first book or if you are only going to read one, this is it.
If your ready for more detailed information on the same topics then Coaching Soccer the Progressive Way, Coaching Soccer Successfully, and The Art of Soccer: A Better Way to Play should up right up your alley.
Great intermediate to advanced coaching book December 3, 1999
8 out of 12 found this review helpful
THis is a wonderful and well rounded book combining information that reaches way beyond the books oriented to first time coaches. I am recommending this to all coaches who want to get serious with their players.
Very informative and usefull book for the intermediate coach December 8, 1998
19 out of 19 found this review helpful
I have coached youth rec. soccer for 4 years and own several books on this subject . Alan Hargreaves Skills and Stategies for Coaching Soccer is by far the best book I have , and use the most .It is very clear and concise and unlike several books I've purchased , most all the info and drills are useable .I would not recommend this book for a first time coach . But for a coach that wants to bring their soccer knowlege to the next level . Great book !
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