Soccer IQ: Things That Smart Players Do, Vol. 1 Paperback – June 5, 2012

As a father of three young soccer players aged 8 to 11, I can’t recommend Soccer IQ Volumes 1 & 2 enough! These book as well as its audiobooks have become a staple in our household, and we’ve read and listened to them multiple times. Each chapter is short, engaging, and packed with practical insights that have truly transformed how my kids approach the game.The lessons in these books aren’t just theoretical; I’ve witnessed my children applying them on the field. From understanding positioning to making smarter decisions during play, the impact is clear. The author, Dan Blank, offers invaluable tips in a straightforward manner that resonates with young players. It's refreshing to find a resource that speaks directly to them, making it accessible and fun.Whether you’re a parent, coach, or player, Soccer IQ is an essential read. It’s not just about practice; it’s about cultivating a smart approach to the game that will serve them well for years to come. Thank you, Dan Blank, for creating such a fantastic resource!

An amazing book for aspiring players, their parents, and coaches. Insightful and actionable concepts in enjoyable, bite size chapters.

Love the instruction. Love the discussion. Great for coaches and players alike.Only drawback is the copies (all of them) had pages falling out and coming loose from binding.

I gave this book to my grandson for his birthday. He was so excited he excused himself & left to start reading it because he had a game Saturday to prepare for ! He had always been an avid reader from picture books at the age of 2 continuing to now age 12 .By midafternoon he had corralled his sister and one of his friends up the street into a strategy & passing practice . They practice for two hours different plays & his sister who is 9 also on a soccer team was just as excited as her brother learning new passing moves .Before you knew it Saturday game day & everyone was filled with anticipation . Sure didn’t take long for my grandson to score. He attributes his passing abilities & strategy all to the book Soccer IQ vol 1. He now wants vol 2 ! He mentioned there were a lot of tips he never thought of, & some don’ts as well. They Won the game 3 to 2 A happy ending for all !!He highly recommends this book to improve your game ! Thank you Dan for a well written soccer book filled with do and don’ts, strategies, passing tips, & Encouragement !

I've been around the game for more than three decades and am struggling to think of a better read for sharpening the mind on and off the pitch. Well done, author. Everyone involved in the sport needs to add this to their library!

I have the paperback, which has 119 pages. The book consists of a series of short chapters (1-4 pages or so) on 54 different aspects of soccer. The book has a few drawings as well. Since I think that American football has peaked in its popularity, I'm looking for other sports that may rise across time. Don't get me wrong, I think the Super Bowl will still be played 20 years from now, but quarterbacks may not be receiving multi-million dollar guaranteed contracts.This book provided an entertaining start for my study of soccer. The author is an experienced college soccer coach in the SEC and elsewhere. He coaches women's soccer. His book is directed to players and coaches. He won't leave you confused on his coaching points - "DO THIS" or "DON'T DO THAT". I appreciated his approach.He also uses humor to make his points. For instance, on page 84, he observes: " Trying to keep possession from a throw in from your own defensive third is like trying to organize a jail break in broad daylight. It's not impossible, but there's a really good chance you're going to get shot." These kind of observations make the book an enjoyable read.I expect that soccer coaches and players would find these tips useful. I'm glad I started with this book in my study is soccer. I recommend it.

I love this book! I coach U12 soccer and this book has helped me teach my players soccer and brilliant little soccer nuggets of knowledge that have made differences in games and lead to wins. I highly recommend this book to any soccer coach at any level.

Although this book was written for grassroots players as they move up to more competitive soccer, it is also a great resource for inexperienced grassroots coaches to expand their understanding of the game. Highly recommended.