How to Buy a Soccer Video

Dozens of soccer videos are on the market, targeted to every skill level. Video viewing can be an excellent supplement to a child's soccer education, provided that you choose the right tapes.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Soccer Apparel
• Soccer Cleats
• Soccer Goalkeeper's Gloves
• Soccer Goalkeeper's Shirts
• Soccer Shin Guards
• Soccer Videos
• soccer balls

1. Buy skills videos first. While videos of soccer matches can be exciting and informative, the how-to aspect of skills videos is more useful.

2. Look for game-action videos. A good one demonstrates the skills found in a game situation.

3. Pick a video that is challenging enough to have value over the long term.

4. Ignore overall length. Longer isn't always better. A longer video may just repeat many skills and tips.

5. Watch the tape in bits and pieces. Look through a video once in its entirety to get the flavor. Then break it up into segments.

Tips & Warnings

• Consider a specialty video. These include versions, for example, for goalkeepers and girls and women.
• Speak to a knowledgeable salesperson about your child's abilities and the skills he or she would like to learn; then ask for a recommendation.
• Ask an experienced coach for advice, preferably one who knows your child's abilities.

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