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“An important contribution to 21st-century baseball literature. . . Mr. Colletti’s book might be even more groundbreaking [than Moneyball] in some ways: It’s a nearly unprecedented opportunity to see what running a baseball franchise looks like through the eyeballs of an actual general...

This book is a look at the ups and downs of coaching, what parallels there are between coaching and managing groups of people in a business setting, and why many folks think that being a coach is their "Dream Job".

All offenses across the country are dealing with the same problem. How do I create multiple looks to confuse the defense while keeping things simple for my players? The inside zone blocking scheme is the solution to this universal problem. In Coaching the Inside Zone, you will learn the details of the inside zone scheme.

Are you the parent of a young soccer players ages 9 through 12 and you want to help them build long lasting confidence and self-esteem on and off the field? This guide will help you become an indispensable pillar for your player by teaching you actionable strategies to support their growth both emotionally and mentally. The Essential Guide to Building Self-Esteem Through Soccer - The Confidence Boost is packed with proven techniques to nurture your child's inner resilience, foster a positive mindset, and strengthen the bond between you and your player.

Coaching Champions: A Playbook for 5v5 Flag Football Success is your ultimate guide to building a winning team. Whether you're a new coach or a seasoned pro, this comprehensive playbook will equip you with the strategies, plays, and coaching tips you need to lead your team to victory.

Are you a parent, coach, or grandparent concerned about the stress, setbacks, and self-doubt that come with competitive sports? Do you want to help your athlete build resilience, confidence, and mental toughness, but aren't sure where to start? This book is your complete guide to nurturing a winning mindset in young athletes. Through real-life baseball stories and proven strategies, it empowers them to face challenges on and off the field with strength and determination.

In What Size Balls Do I Need? Coach Steve Morris delivers a perspective injection for parents and coaches trying to navigate the $17 billion youth sports industry. The pressure to choose programs that will position budding athletes for success and glory can be all-consuming. Using the wisdom gained from navigating thousands of girls and boys and their parents through the gauntlet of youth sports, he has created an audiobook filled with humor and personal stories that tackles crucial topics.

Before You Go Pro is a very candid look into author Terrence Wood's life working within the family business: football. Before You Go Pro is not just a story. Listeners will gain a true insider perspective of this multi-billion dollar entertainment industry that we call college and professional football. Within the audiobook, you will find valuable gems of advice and great teaching points for any aspiring football player.

"Did I ever tell you about Wilt Chamberlain?" "Did I ever tell you about Bob Cousy?" "Did I ever tell you about Joe DiMaggio?" Whenever Arnold "Red" Auerbach starts a sentence with those six words—"Did I ever tell you about ... "—anyone within earshot should prepare to hear a marvelous story...

The Thursday Speeches pulls back the curtain to put listeners in the room with exclusive access to the compelling pregame speeches from one of the best college football coaches in history. The book reveals the exact words James used to inspire the Huskies to slay the football giants of his day. It features the inspiring stories and invaluable life lessons that Coach Don James used to transform the University of Washington football program from obscurity to the national championship.

Augusta National is golf’s Holy Grail. Navigating the azaleas to play the exclusive course that hosts The Masters is a pipe dream for every golfer. Imagine being afforded the opportunity not only to play the course, but to be able to bring your father along for the ride. To complete the priceless fantasy, Jack Nicklaus - “The Golden Bear” - hosts the round. Through fate, coincidence and good fortune, Joe Wessel managed to find a way to make that happen. In White Fang and The Golden Bear, Wessel recounts that special round, how it came about, and what happened....

In The Champion's Creed, NFL star and chief culture officer Ben Utecht unveils the blueprint for forging unbeatable teams in any arena. Central to Utecht's methodology is the creation of a "Culture Creed"—a dynamic manifesto that transcends typical mission statements. This powerful tool becomes the compass guiding every decision, action, and interaction within an organization. Listeners will learn how to craft and implement their own Culture Creed, infusing their company's culture with purpose and direction.

This comprehensive guide is your ticket to understanding and excelling in one of the most dynamic sports today. Whether you're a complete novice or looking to refine your skills, this book provides an in-depth exploration of volleyball, from its history to advanced playing tactics.

Can You Be Fluent In Success? Damian McGrath has experienced a life of trial and success through a career coaching professional international rugby across the world. In this book Damian looks back at his life and relates his wisdom and accomplishments, in coaching, to succeeding in life and business.

Psychologist and former officer in the Danish Army Special Operations Forces, Lars Robl, helps some of Denmark’s top athletes and business leaders to stay calm, achieve results and bring home the gold medal when the going gets tough. He now shares his experiences and methods with the readers. Robl has assisted esport champions Astralis, tennis star Holger Rune and manager of the Danish national football team, Kasper Hjulmand, during the European Championships after Christian Eriksen’s collapse on the pitch.

How do you know if your football team has what it takes to win the game? Because the coach is more prepared than his competition! In Before the Whistle: Football Coaching 101 you’ll learn: how to prepare your parents and family before the season even begins, how to establish a quality team and culture during the preseason, game preparation and game management principles that give your players an edge, how to finish the season so the memories last a lifetime, and much more.

As the parent of two sons who went on to play baseball in college as well as a former head baseball coach at the NCAA level, I want to share alternatives with parents that will allow their children to avoid the anxiety and stress that many face within the overstructured and overorganized world of travel baseball. The hamster wheel of travel ball is a business model and not a baseball development model. For kids, baseball should be all about one thing—having fun! We play it as kids, watch and listen to it as adults, and pass down our love of it through generations.

Every good hitter is fighting a battle.... Do you know what yours is and how to turn it to your advantage on the field? Three out of every four appearances at the plate result in an out. You probably know this...so why are you doubting your skills? To hit like a pro, you need to think like a pro - and that means mastering a specific mental attitude as well as your physical technique.

Eddie Reese: Coaching Swimming, Teaching Life weaves Coach Reese’s personal and career development with his methodology in developing swimmers that won 39 Olympic Gold Medals and 15 NCAA Team Titles. The book details training, leadership, and how to teach life lessons to bring the most out of each individual through the process of development in their sport.

The truth is that youth anxiety, stress, burnout, comparison, injuries, perfectionism, and identity disturbance are at all-time highs. Our shortsightedness as leaders is killing the confidence and long-term success of our youth. In the book The Youth Truth, Andrew starts by sharing the shocking and scary realities facing our student-athletes today. He then dives deep into solutions: love-powered leadership and mind-set performance coaching.