Coaching Youth Track & Field

Coaching Youth Track & Field

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<DIV><P><I>Coaching Youth Track & Field</I> stresses fun, safety, and effective instruction, helping you create an environment that promotes learning, encourages a love of the sport, and motivates your athletes to come out year after year. </P><P>Numerous coaching books present the skills, drills, and activities of track and field. But here's a book that teaches you how to convey those skills to your athletes in an engaging and positive manner. </P><P>Written by the American Sport Education Program (ASEP) in conjunction with Matt Lydum and other experts from Hershey's Track & Field Games and USA Track & Field (USATF), <I>Coaching Youth Track & Field</I> is the only resource available today aimed at coaches of athletes ages 14 and under.</P><P><I>Coaching Youth Track & Field</I> includes the following:</P><P>-Activities specifically designed for young track and field athletes<BR />-Fundamentals of all of the events in track and field (USATF and Hershey's Track and Field Games)</P><P><I>Coaching Youth Track & Field's</I> 73 activities and 32 age-specific coaching tips are sure to jump-start your planning and practices and help you overcome any hurdle encountered during the season. Plus, sequenced and specific chapters help you learn, retain, and reference in a flash.</P><P>Endorsed by USATF and named the official handbook of Hershey's Track & Field Games, this book a must-read as you prepare to meet the challenges and enjoy the rewards of coaching young athletes.</P></DIV>