Reilly T., Stratton G. Youth Soccer - From Science to Perfomance

Great Britain, Routledge, 2004, 229 p., ISBN: 0-203-64413-1Youth Soccer: From Science to Performance provides the first comprehensive guide to the science behind the development of young players. Each chapter in this innovative collection by world leading specialists demonstrates how sport science research can, and should, directly inform coaching practice. Youth Soccer: From Science to Performance is an essential resource for students and academics. It will also be an invaluable guide for professionals involved in youth soccer, including coaches at all levels, PE teachers and physiotherapists.AN INTRODUCTION TO THE SCIENCE OF YOUTH SOCCER
THE GROWTH OF THE PHYSIOLOGICAL SYSTEMS
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS IN SOCCER
INJURY PREVENTION
THE YOUNG FEMALE SOCCER PLAYER
DEVELOPING FITNESS IN THE YOUNG SOCCER PLAYER
NUTRITION FOR YOUNG SOCCER PLAYERS
ACQUIRING SOCCER SKILLS: EFFECTIVE PRACTICE AND INSTRUCTION
DEVELOPING GAME INTELLIGENCE
PEDAGOGY APPLIED TO YOUTH SOCCER COACHING
SOCIAL-PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSIDERATIONS OF ELITE YOUTH PLAYER DEVELOPMENT
THE ROLE OF THE SOCCER ACADEMY