Mighty mites : youth soccer session plans and methodology for U4-U8 /

Mighty Mites uses what we know about children and infuses it with youth soccer. Utilizing exciting stories, we engage young players and achieve a deeper understanding of the game than most would believe possible through skill development. This simple approach helps coaches easily accomplish more whi...

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Main Author: Castell, Chris (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Aachen, Germany : Meyer & Meyer Sport, 2014.
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Online Access: Full text (Emmanuel users only)
Table of Contents:
  • Cover; Title page; Copyright; Contents; 1 Introduction; 2 Coaching Approach for USA and Europe; 3 Child Psychology; 4 Philosophy of Skill Development; 5 Why and How to Create a Youth Session Plan; 6 Skill Breakdown: The Foundation for the Sessions; 7 8-Week Useable Program With a How-To Guide; a. Pirate Ship Adventure; b. Birthday Party; c. Operation Take Down T-Rex; d. Knights of the Round Table; e. Driving School; f. Funky Chicken Island Adventure; g. Alien Invasion; h. Under the Sea Adventure; 8 Creating Coachable Players: Converting the Session into the Game; 9 Conclusion of Development.