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by Marcus a. Dibernardo (Author)
Maybe you are asking what exactly is a passing pattern and how will it make my team better? Passing patterns are designed patterns which players execute in a pre-set order. The patterns can range from very simple to very complex. The 20 Professional Soccer patterns in the book can be adjusted to fit many levels. These are the same patterns that FC Barcelona and Bayern Munich FC use in training. The most important thing to remember when training passing patterns is "The Secret Is In The Details". What I mean by details is as follows; firmness of the pass, proper timing and movement of the receiving player, proper body position of the player receiving the ball, proper technique of the passer and receiver, eye contact with receiver before passing the ball, using correct passing and receiving surface, establishing a rhythm of play with teammates, executing the drill at a challenging level and always remaining focused. If you want your team to improve their passing ability then this is the book for you. Pay attention to the details, make sure the patterns are trained under the deliberate practice guidelines and keep it fun.
Author Biography
Marcus DiBernardo has been coaching the game of soccer for over 20 years. He has experience in both the Men's and Women's game at many different levels. Coach DiBernardo's desire to coach came early on. His first coaching would come at the age of just eighteen at his local soccer club. In the years to come Coach DiBernardo would lead numerous teams to many titles across the country. In 2011 he would be named "National College Coach of The Year". Currently, Coach DiBernardo is the Founder and Director of an International Soccer Academy as well as being a Head Men's College Soccer Coach. Coach DiBernardo possesses a coaching style that is very much player oriented. There is always a high level of mutual respect between himself and his players. Being a part of his program is like being part of a family that wants the best for you. As a player he was known for his commitment and work ethic as defender. He would play at the NCAA Division I level and later move on to play in the First Division of the CSL. In 1993 he would earn the CCSU College Scholar Athlete Award for soccer. Coach DiBernardo holds various soccer diplomas and licenses. He is also an acting member of the NSCAA Associate National Staff. Coach DiBernardo considers himself a lifetime learner and active student of the game. He feels the better he can become as a coach the better experience his players can have with him. The books Coach DiBernardo writes are packed with training ground ready material. The training drills and methods are the exact ones he uses on a daily basis. The books contain the most effective drills and training methods of his 20+ years coaching experience. He prides himself on the quality of information in each one his books.
