An activity text from Wadsworth's P.E. series, this volume covers all the basic fundamentals of soccer and is suitable for players of all levels. Full of illustrations, checklists, and photos of players in action, it should be of use as a reference book for any soccer activity class.

SOCCER TODAY is one of several activity texts in Wadsworth's P.E. series. It covers all the basic fundamentals of the sport and is suitable for players of all levels. Full of illustrations, helpful checklists, and photos of players in action, SOCCER TODAY is a valuable instructional and reference book for any soccer activity class.

Introduction, rules and equipment
warming up and stretching
passing
controlling
dribbling
shooting
individual defence
goalkeeping
principles of team attack
styles of team attack
principles of team defence
styles of team defence
preventing and treating injuries
conditioning for soccer
nutrition
weight management and effective eating
exercising in the heat and cold
the mental side of becoming a better player. Appendices: the rules of soccer
soccer resources.