A how-to guide to becoming an inspiring football coach that kids will never forget
Coaching Football For Dummies initiates you into the rewarding role of being a coach. With this book, you can help children of all ages and skill levels stay safe, have fun, and play well. You'll get a refresher on the rules and essential skills of football, with tips on how to teach them to different age groups. As a coach, your job is to organize great practices and lead your team effectively during games. This guide gives you tips on doing just that, plus lots of advice on how to ensure that all players, regardless of skill level, size, or position, enjoy playing the sport. Great coaches know how to motivate players, build close-knit teams, and foster positivity—and you can join their ranks, with this Dummies guide.
- Learn drills and techniques for teaching football (and flag football!) basics to kids of all ages
- Get a complete rundown on safety, including safe tackling and concussion protocol
- Establish a positive team culture, prevent bullying, and keep players motivated
- Communicate effectively with parents and other coaches
This book is the perfect choice for beginner or novice youth football coaches who are seeking guidance to help improve and develop their coaching skills.
Introduction 1
Part 1: Starting Strong: Leading a Memorable Season 5
Chapter 1: Teaching Football to Children 7
Chapter 2: Preparing for a Fun and Successful Season 17
Chapter 3: Tackling Football Basics 37
Chapter 4: Meeting the Parents 61
Part 2: Building Your Coaching Skills 75
Chapter 5: Evaluating Your Team 77
Chapter 6: Running a Great Practice 97
Chapter 7: Game Day 115
Chapter 8: Refining Your Coaching Strategies 131
Part 3: Focusing on the Fundamentals 137
Chapter 9: Offensive Fundamentals 139
Chapter 10: Defensive and Special Teams Fundamentals 167
Chapter 11: Fundamental Warm-Ups and Drills for Beginners 191
Chapter 12: Coaching Football Offense
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Chapter 13: Coaching Football Defense 101 241
Part 4: Revving Up Advanced Strategies 263
Chapter 14: Coaching Offense 201 265
Chapter 15: Coaching Defense 201 275
Chapter 16: Coaching Special Teams 283
Part 5: Protecting Players and Handling Coaching Challenges 293
Chapter 17: Keeping Your Players Healthy 295
Chapter 18: Challenges Every Coach Faces 305
Part 6: The Part of Tens 323
Chapter 19: (Almost) Ten Ways to Teach Skills for Life. 325
Chapter 20: Ten Ways to Build Strong Bonds and Team Camaraderie 329
Index 335
The National Alliance For Youth Sports (NAYS) educates, equips, and empowers youth sports leaders, program administrators, volunteer coaches, and parents through a variety of trainings, programs, and resources so all children can enjoy the lifelong benefits of sports.
Greg Bach is the Senior Director of Communication & Content for NAYS.
