Former NASL star Derek Smethurst takes you step by step through the skills of soccer in a fun and easy to read style. Through clear diagrams and photographs, he covers the following Striking (the mechanics of kicking)HeadingControlling/TurningFakingDribblingShieldingGoalscoringGoalkeepingTacklingDefense
Successful teams are made on the practice field where coaches and players spend most of their time. Hence the popularity of books designed to enhance the time spent in practice sessions. Presented are the author's favorite and most effective practice sessions, with games and exercises proven to produce winners at every level of the game.
Former Chelsea and NASL scoring machine Derek Smethurst gives his best advice and drills for creating and finishing goal opportunities. Attacking from the back, the midfield and up front are all covered with drills designed to teach proper positioning and which technique to use when. Each drill has a diagram, description and coaching points. The drills in this book will show your team the way to goals!