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 indoor facility owner Nov 03, 2009
We purchased several copies of the book as a giveaway to indoor coaches. It has been very well received. We like the content and presentation very much. Thanks.
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Review from International Soccer Network Oct 31, 2009
We found the text to be a much needed addition to the discussion of soccer There is so little available on the topic of indoor soccer; this easily becomes the #1 guide for playing and coaching the indoor game.
It is written in a way that it is easy to understand. Diagrams describing plays and tactics are a nice supplement throughout the book. I learned quite a bit about indoor soccer as I am new to this version of the sport.
Everyone can take something away from this text. The biggest point of discussion is that playing soccer indoors is almost a different sport than the outdoor game. The author nixes the well-known assumption that the two versions of the beautiful game are played the same way.
You won't find a detailed analysis of indoor tactics and strategies anywhere else.
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Best book on Indoor Soccer for those transitioning from Outdoor Soccer Oct 09, 2009
This book is not a book for those beginning to play soccer. This book is geared for those who already know how to play outdoor soccer and are transitioning to indoor soccer. The book starts out with a comprehensive comparison between indoor and outdoor play, discusses game systems and strategies, playing offense, playing defense, transitions, substitutions, goal keeping and plays. For each topic discussed, the author points out the differences between indoor and outdoor soccer and why something you may do in outdoor soccer may not be appropriate for indoor soccer or how you may need to adjust for indoor soccer play. The final chapter provides a set of drills which are specific to indoor soccer.
This is the best book I have found on indoor soccer. It is well written, with each chapter being broken up into short subsections which are to the point and augmented with easy to understand diagrams. This book contains about 129 pages of great insight into playing indoor soccer and was written by someone who clearly understands and explains "when and why" you need to play indoor soccer differently from outdoor soccer. I highly recommend this book for experienced outdoor soccer players transitioning to indoor soccer.Indoor Soccer: Strategies and Tactics
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GOT GAME? HOW ABOUT INDOORS? Aug 16, 2009
The soccer gods are smiling! Someone, thank you Greg, finally realized that all those folks trying to transition from outdoor soccer to indoor soccer could use some help.
While my brief bit of fame as a keeper - making the first cut for what became the Women's Olympic Soccer team - dissolved after an injury, I'm sure that I had I continued I would have amped up my indoor time whenever possible, because it is way fun!
Outdoors has its dramatic heart stopping moments. Indoors your heart rate can barely keep up. Greg brings this all into perspective with concise examples of how the games differ and how you must constantly be on your toes.
Being closer to the action makes things fun for everyone, on and off the field. Even substitutions are pulse-pounders! And with the thoroughness of a good field general, Greg gives ample illustrations of each position's importance.
Here's the deal: regardless of your level of play you'll find something helpful in this book. My recommendation is that teams buy a handful of copies and circulate them. As Greg mentions field time for practice is usually limited, but using his drills and even running mock plays in a parking lot could be a helpful and team building tactic. If you fully utilize this book on indoor soccer you can answer an emphatic yes, when asked: Got Game?
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Outstanding Indoor Soccer Book Jul 07, 2009
This is a great book for anyone who really wants to understand how to play and win at indoor soccer. I play both indoor and outdoor, and both games take different strategies and skills. Many people don't realize this and can't adapt to the indoor style. The people who do adapt and play well follow the strategies in this book. What's great about this book is that it's not only easy to read and includes diagrams to help visualize a play, but it goes well beyond Soccer 101. It discusses how to play each position better (offense, defense, goaltending) and how to transition from offense to defense and vice-versa. Indoor soccer is a quick game, and this book is geared to help both the individual and the team get better. I would highly recommend this book for anyone who wants to improve their skills and enjoy the indoor game.
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