The Youth Soccer Handbook

Learn the Fundamentals, Sharpen Your Skills, and Develop Winning Strategies to Dominate the Pitch

By: Pathways Press

Narrated by: Ian Grady

Whether you're a young player eager to sharpen your skills, a coach looking for effective drills and strategies, or a parent wanting to better support your soccer player, The Youth Soccer Handbook is your complete playbook for success—both on and off the field. This audiobook breaks down the fundamentals of soccer into clear, easy-to-follow steps, covering everything from dribbling and passing to shooting and teamwork. You'll not only learn the physical skills needed to succeed but also how to build mental toughness, leadership, and resilience under pressure.

For coaches, it’s packed with ready-to-use drills, practice plans, and tactical strategies to boost team chemistry and game performance. For players, it’s a roadmap to mastering the game, improving fitness, and developing a competitive edge. And for parents, it offers insights into training, nutrition, and injury prevention to help young athletes thrive.

Inside, you’ll discover how to build core soccer skills step by step, elevate performance with advanced drills and exercises, and implement flexible offensive and defensive tactics. You’ll also learn how to develop mental resilience during high-pressure moments, use fitness and recovery techniques to stay in peak condition, and apply pre-game routines and post-match reflections to improve consistently. Plus, with off-season training tips included, players can stay sharp and ready to hit the field stronger than ever.

Whether you're preparing for your first season or aiming to take your game to the next level, The Youth Soccer Handbook will inspire, equip, and guide you every step of the way. Ready to unlock your potential? Listen now and transform your game.

©2024 Pathways Press (P)2025 Pete Srodoski

My lil Soccer player loved this book!

I have a 12 year old so who has been playing soccer since he was 8 and wow! He got sooooo much out of listening to this book. It is a great handbook, well- written. Easy to listen to! And best of all long enough to feel like you are getting your money's worth without being too long for a youth! I recommend!

The key to winning games

This one's a great all-in-one guide for players, coaches, and parents who want to improve skills and support young athletes. I liked how it combines physical drills with lessons on mental toughness and leadership, (which made me realize that soccer isn’t just about technique but also about building confidence and resilience). The practical tips on nutrition and injury prevention stood out as a reminder that caring for the body is just as important as training. Overall, it’s a solid playbook that helps young players grow on and off the field..

Great Resource for Young Players

I got this for my 10 year old who just started competitive soccer, and it’s been fantastic. The drills are easy to follow, and he actually practices them on his own. It made learning the fundamentals fun instead of overwhelming.

Ready to be a coach assistant

My kids are wanting to start soccer this fall, and I volunteered to be an assistant coach. It has been years since I played, and I needed to relearn the game. This book has been instrumental in my preparations. It is well written and so easy to follow. I now have a base and am ready for fall.

more than just kick the ball

covers basics, skill building, and even game mindset. i’m not a soccer person, but my nephew is, so we listened together. clear tips, fun drills, and now i finally understand what he means when he talks about “offside” lol