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Products
The following US Youth Soccer items are available for purchase by:
- NEW FEATURE!!! To order on-line simply click on the picture or title of the item you are interested in and it will be automatically added to your shopping cart.
- Contacting your local US Youth Soccer State Association office (see "Find Your State Association" on the home page, or click here).
- Calling Jill Wiser at the US Youth Soccer National Office at 1-800-4SOCCER or e-mailing her at jwiser@usyouthsoccer.org.
- To download the order form click here and mail/fax it with your check, money order or credit card information.
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100: Official US Youth Soccer Coaching Manual
An indispensable tool for anyone coaching youth players. This manual contains a gold mine of information for novice as well as experienced youth coaches. Using an educational and sport science foundation rather than a simple collection of drills allows the youth coach a better understanding of the player. A few of the topics covered include: The Art of Coaching, Learning Through Game Activities, Characteristics of Effective Coaching, Successful Player Development, Tactical Awareness and Team Concepts, Correcting Technique, Competition and Player Development. |
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105: Youth Soccer Parent/Coach Primer: Basic Philosophy & Techniques of Coaching Young Players
Humorous insights, training sessions and diagrams throughout the book present a complete picture of understanding and training for young players ages 6 to 9 years old. The co-authors' philosophy is for young players to enjoy the sport through productive training sessions and appropriate, non-contrived competition. This book is used as resource material for the State Youth Coaching Modules.
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108: Assistant Coach Series - U12 Activity Aids for the Parent/Coach
This book focuses specifically on tactics for the Under 12 player and coach. Tactics are defined as a player's decision related to offensive and defensive situations that are continually occurring. With diagrams and drills the coach begins to introduce the player to the thinking aspects of the game. The book presents 20 training sessions for Under-12 players, with emphasis on technical training that includes tactical implications. Used as resource material for the State Youth Coaching Modules.
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110: Coaching Youth Soccer Video: Ages 6 to 9 Years Old
This videotape is the companion piece to the Youth Soccer Parent/Coach Primer. The guide and instructional video are musts for first-time coaches. By demonstrating the characteristics of young players, the video acquaints parents and coaches with the basics of coaching soccer.
The video introduces the coach to the philosophy of positive coaching through small-sided games and drills that are based on "fun". The guide also incorporates modified playing guidelines for Under 6, 8 and 10 players, and supports the coach with a complete step-by-step approach to the who, what, when, where and how of the entry-level ages.
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119: Recreational Team Patch Kit
Fourteen embroidered patches to recognize the individual efforts of your team. The set includes a patch for "Fair Play", "Most Improved", "Tough as Nails", and much more!
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122: US Youth Soccer Embroidered Patch
This item is the perfect way for your State Association, league, club, or team to show its affiliation with US Youth Soccer. The embroidered patch features US Youth Soccer's primary logo.
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300: Soccer and its Rules
Soccer and its Rules is a straightforward, easily understood and read outline of the Laws of the Game. This booklet unravels the legal language to discover the reason and wisdom behind "The Beautiful Game" and provides a clear understanding of the Laws.
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503: Soccer Start Program Manual
This booklet provides background information on how to develop and maintain a local Soccer Start program for children living in under-served or low-income areas. Helpful tips on how to recruit players and volunteers, get financial backing, and organize a training session. This brochure also contains a troubleshooting guide and a section for frequently asked questions.
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604: Coaching Youth Soccer by Bobby Clark
Coaching Youth Soccer is a grab bag of skills, teaching games and drills, and coaching techniques. Written by Notre Dame Men's Coach and former Scottish International, this book provides parents and coaches a wealth of information about the game of soccer.
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125: US Youth Soccer Bylaws
The US Youth Soccer Bylaws set forth US Youth Soccer policies regarding the organization, membership, responsibilities of elected positions, budgeting, grievances, disputes, appeals, and amendments to the US Youth Soccer charter and bylaws.
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106: Assistant Coach Series - U6 and U8 Activity Aids for the Parent/Coach
The purpose of this series is to assist the youth coach with a basic understanding of coaching youth players. The book explains in detail how to prepare for training sessions and teach the fundamentals of soccer. The book also covers material that will allow the coach to introduce a philosophy that focuses on development in a low stress, fun-filled environment. The goal is to give the coach an organized structure, which applies to the particular needs of his or her team. With this in mind, the coach will be able to create their own sessions utilizing the four essential ingredients of a typical practice session: warm-up, individual activities, small group activities and large group activities. Finally, the book gives a description of the characteristics of Under-6 and 8 players, and how coaching should coincide with the player's age. Each book includes twenty individual practice sessions. Used as resource material for the State Youth Coaching Modules. |
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107: Assistant Coach Series - U10 Activity Aids for the Parent/Coach
The purpose of this series is to assist the youth coach with a basic understanding of coaching youth players. The book explains in detail how to prepare for training sessions and teach the fundamentals of soccer. The book also covers material that will allow the coach to introduce a philosophy that focuses on development in a low stress, fun-filled environment. The goal is to give the coach an organized structure, which applies to the particular needs of his or her team. With this in mind, the coach will be able to create their own sessions utilizing the four essential ingredients of a typical practice session: warm-up, individual activities, small group activities and large group activities. Finally, the book gives a description of the characteristics of Under-10 players, and how coaching should coincide with the player's age. Each book includes twenty individual practice sessions. Used as resource material for the State Youth Coaching Modules. |
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120/121: Stickley Figure and US Youth Soccer Lapel Pins
These items make great team giveaway or goody bag items that accent any jersey or bag. The Stickley Figure lapel pin features US Youth Soccer's mascot, Stickley, juggling a soccer ball, while the US Youth Soccer lapel pin features US Youth Soccer's primary logo. |
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115: Policy on Players and Playing Rules
National policies regarding player registration, proof of age, roster limitations, multiple rostering, international clearances, adult games, use of ineligible players. Includes rules of play, length of games, overtime periods, uniforms.
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109: Coaching the U12 Player - Years of Refinement (Continuation of the Parent/Coach Series)
The objective of this book is to present a frame of reference for the Under 12 coach. Discussions of what the coach can expect from a player of this age and suggestions as to how to deal with the player are offered. The coach is shown how to create tactical awareness because of the added success in technical execution. The book emphasizes, however, that these are still young players who enjoy fun in their play. Used as resource material for the State Youth Coaching Modules. |
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