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

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

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!

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 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.

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!

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.

Birthday gift. Loved it