The Soccer Success PlayBook

A Step by Step Guide for New Coaches and Parents Through the Youth Soccer Landscape Early Age Development Edition

By: Matthew Eric

Narrated by: Scotty Kwas

Transform your child's soccer journey and become the coach they need, even if you've never set foot on the pitch before!

Do you feel overwhelmed trying to piece together effective training sessions for aspiring young soccer players? Are you struggling to keep little athletes engaged while teaching them the fundamentals of the game? Or maybe you're just looking for practical ways to bolster your child's mental toughness on the pitch?

If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, worry no more. You're about to embark on a comprehensive journey designed to empower you, whether you're a passionate soccer parent or a budding youth coach, with actionable insights and strategies.

Welcome to "The Soccer Success Playbook A Step By Step Guide Through the Youth Soccer Landscape: Early Age Development Edition" – your all-in-one resource for nurturing young athletes while embracing the joy and challenges soccer brings.

Here's just a taste of the invaluable knowledge you'll gain inside this must-have guide:

Simple skills drills with clear illustrations that even the youngest players can grasp

The 3 secrets to creating balanced training sessions that are both fun and educational for children

Understand and explain the offside rule with ease using illustrated analogies

How to integrate mental toughness exercises into your training, so young players can perform under pressure

Engaging stories of successful youth players, including motivational insights from accomplished female athletes

Strategies for setting up a supportive home environment

Why the winning-over-fun mentality stifles development and how you can strike the perfect balance

How to encourage parental involvement that enhances rather than hinders player development

Special focus on female athletes and how you can support their unique needs...and much, much more!

Whether you're coaching your first team or looking to improve your child's skills, this book is designed to make your experience rewarding and enjoyable.

©2024 Matthew Rosenblum (P)2025 Matthew Rosenblum

Must have for a Parent or those Coaching Youth

As a sports performance Coach, I’m always looking for resources to better support young athletes, and this audiobook delivered. It provides a solid foundation for understanding early-stage player development, emphasizing growth over just winning, which I learned at a young age too and carried with me even through playing in College. I really liked how it breaks down key concepts in a way that’s practical and easy to apply in training sessions; these were particularly insightful now as a trainer because I am constantly working on ways to counter-balance repetitive movements and anti-rotation to build a more complete athlete. The insights on working with parents and managing team dynamics were especially valuable - the Coach:Parent relationship has become so delicate over time now, the insights here give you a springboard to focus on the athlete's progress and growth as a common goal. The narration kept things engaging, making it an easy listen. If you’re coaching young players, this is a great tool to add to your arsenal. I would definitely recommend this book.

Engaging & Easy to Follow

Whether you’re stepping onto the pitch for the first time or refining your coaching approach, this book provides clear, actionable strategies. Highly recommended for parents, new coaches, and anyone passionate about youth soccer development!

Full of tools and strategies for success

My goodness from setting players, coaches and parents for success on and off the field, this audiobook covers everything from bonding, drills, managing parents, etc. Can be used as a tool to listen, implement, and re-listen for success.

Perfect for Beginners and Experienced Coaches

This book is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to support young soccer players, offering clear, actionable strategies to improve both skills and mindset. Whether you’re new to coaching or looking to refine your approach, this guide provides easy-to-follow drills, illustrated explanations, and expert advice to make training both fun and effective. The book strikes the perfect balance between skill-building and enjoyment, ensuring that kids develop a love for the game while improving their technical and mental abilities.

Kickstart your coaching journey with confidence

This book is a must-have for parents and new coaches navigating youth soccer. My son has just started coaching a local kids team and this book has been invaluable.It breaks down drills, training strategies, and even the mental side of the game in a way that’s easy to follow. A great guide for anyone wanting to support young players without feeling overwhelmed!

super helpful

So glad I found this. The author really knows his stuff but doesn’t overcomplicate things. It’s straight to the point, no fluff. Just solid advice that actually makes sense. I’ve read (well, listened to) a bunch of soccer books, and a lot of them just ramble, but this one? Practical tips I could use right away. Narration was easy to follow too, which made it even better. If you’re serious about improving your game, this is worth a listen.

A great guide

This is a great listen for new soccer coaches and parents looking to coach youth soccer, or for people who are looking to refine their approach. It teaches you how to create a supportive environment and instill mental toughness in the players and also gives practical advice for drills and rules as well so its not just entirely about mindset or the technical of the game, its both.

So many good ideas!

This book came with a lot of different t ideas and strategies for how you can practice soccer. The thing I loved most is how a lot of these ideas can be practiced with simple things you can use at such as cones.

A Must-Have Guide for New Soccer Coaches and Paren

The Soccer Success PlayBook is an invaluable resource for parents and new coaches looking to navigate the world of youth soccer. Matthew Eric provides a clear, step-by-step guide filled with practical drills, coaching strategies, and insights into player development. I particularly appreciated the book’s emphasis on balancing skill-building with fun, as well as its focus on mental toughness and fostering a supportive environment for young athletes.

The narration by Scotty Kwas keeps the content engaging and easy to follow, making it a great listen for busy parents and coaches alike. Whether you're new to coaching or looking to refine your approach, this audiobook offers actionable advice that can be implemented immediately. Highly recommended for anyone passionate about helping young players succeed!

Great Soccer Success PlayBook!

This Soccer Success PlayBook has simple skills drills with clear illustrations that even the youngest players can grasp and 3 secrets to creating balanced training sessions that are both fun and educational for children. It also shows how to integrate mental toughness exercises into your training so young players can perform under pressure. Great Soccer Success PlayBook!