{"product_id":"youth-cricket-coaching-by-john-stern-9781408192528","title":"Youth Cricket Coaching","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoaching young cricketers is a demanding role no matter how experienced you are. \u003ci\u003eYouth Cricket Coaching\u003c\/i\u003e provides an authoritative, practical, one-stop guide for all cricket coaches, teachers, and players looking for ways to improve both young players' game and their own coaching methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUsing clear, jargon-free language, it starts with the fundamental principles and philosophies, such as outlining what makes a good coach and how to communicate with players and their parents. It takes the reader through managing practice sessions with various-sized groups or individuals, season-long planning, and how to add value to your club. Coaching on a match day is addressed in a detailed section that focuses on selection, how to maintain a good relationship with the captain, and the importance of allowing players to think for themselves and learn from their mistakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOther topics covered include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStructuring a coaching session\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKeeping the kids interested and involved\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFinding the balance of instruction vs participation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlanning and developing season-long practice programmes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaintaining interest and participation as players' skill levels develop at different rates\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHow to get to the next stage as a coach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA broad variety of drills are included – all clearly illustrated with detailed photographs to ensure good technique – and broken down into sections on batting, bowling, and fielding (including wicket-keeping), making this the must-have book for any youth cricket coach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47601474961644,"sku":"9781408192528","price":36.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781408192528-youth-cricket-coaching.jpg?v=1778001047","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/products\/youth-cricket-coaching-by-john-stern-9781408192528","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}