A clear and concise, illustrated introduction to the rules of the game. Reviewed and endorsed by the U.S. Soccer Foundation, the text presents the 17 basic laws of the game in an easy-to-understand format. The text includes descriptions of players' positions, explanations of fouls and penalties, definitions of key terms and more. Includes detailed, full-color illustrations.
Even though I only give this book 4 stars, it's perfect for a young player to go over, reviewing it with his or her family or an older brother or sister. I withhold that fifth star because my experience is that once a player is a fifth grader or so, it's a little too simplistic for ambitious U-10 players! Seriously, if I were building a resource area for a YMCA or a soccer club, I'd purchase several copies of this book to help the younger players learn the rules.
Covers the basic skills and the rules of game very well.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
I thought the diagrams really helped explain many of the rules and penalties. This would be a good "starter" book or simple research-type book.
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