by Mike Duncan
First published 2023
Soccer draws more participants than any other sport worldwide, with over 250 million players engaged at the grassroots level. Most existing soccer science focuses on elite athletes, leaving youth coaches without practical guidance. Mike Duncan addresses this gap by translating research into actionable strategies for grassroots soccer development. The book covers player and team development specifically for children and adolescents. Duncan works with international experts to examine the scientific foundation behind effective coaching methods. Each chapter identifies common myths that plague grassroots coaching, then offers concrete solutions coaches can implement immediately. The work targets those studying sport science, coaching professionals, and sports development specialists, while remaining accessible to grassroots coaches and soccer parents seeking evidence-based approaches to youth development.
Genres: sports, non-fiction, academic
Vibes: thought-provoking
Tropes: how-to
294 pages · Hardcover · Routledge