How to be a better footballer /
Henderson, Andrew,1991-author.
London : Michael O'Mara Books Limited,
2021.
"'Passion, positivity and precision ... and always be willing to learn something new.' Athlete Andrew Henderson was just sixteen years old when a horrific rugby injury put paid to his career in the game. So he turned his attention to football--more specifically, freestyling football skills--and never looked back. Now a five-time World Freestyling Champion and the UK Freestyle football champion for eight years running, in this unique manual Andrew brings together all his expertise and advice to help make you a better footballer. Packed with over 100 step-by-step skill tutorials, tricks, tips and guidance, Andrew also reveals how hard work, dedication and flair allowed him to become a master on the football pitch and beyond. Having worked with Cristiano Ronaldo, impressed the likes of David Beckham and Neymar, to performing at the opening ceremonies of the Olympics and various World Cups around the world, he is now sharing all his secrets and famous freestyling skills to help you improve your football techniques and take them onto the pitch. Interspersed with the jaw-dropping tricks, guidance on tackling, fundamental skills and tips on advancing your expertise, Andrew's passionate advice about following a dream and overcoming adversity prove that both enthusiasm and patience play a major part in any sporting arena. This isn't only about teaching the physical elements but learning from a master about how to focus your mentality to bring flair, passion and precision to your game"--Publisher's description
"Skills, tips & tricks from the world champion football freestyler"--Cover
Includes index.
Introduction -- What is freestyle football? -- Practice zone -- Wall control -- Headers -- Motivation, motivation, motivation -- Meeting heroes: Andy Murray -- Hot steppers -- Foot stall -- Jester -- Q & A: all about me -- Kick-ups -- Knee juggles -- Rocket launcher -- Meeting heroes: Harry Kane -- Sits juggling -- 180° flick -- Knee akka -- Rainbow flick -- Reverse step-over -- My dream team -- Your dream team -- Shoulder juggles -- Sits crossover -- Sits x-over -- Q & A: heroes -- Sole juggles -- Meeting heroes: Cristiano Ronaldo -- Around the world -- Around the moon -- Meeting heroes: Anthony Joshua -- Chest stall -- Crossover -- Head stall -- Homie Touzani around the world -- Hop the world -- Lemmens around the world -- Building your confidence -- Neck stall -- Neck stall push-up -- Neck stall handstand -- Q & A: skills, secrets & future goals -- Side head stall -- Carousel -- Top head stall -- Touzani around the world -- Crossbar challenge.
"'Passion, positivity and precision ... and always be willing to learn something new.' Athlete Andrew Henderson was just sixteen years old when a horrific rugby injury put paid to his career in the game. So he turned his attention to football--more specifically, freestyling football skills--and never looked back. Now a five-time World Freestyling Champion and the UK Freestyle football champion for eight years running, in this unique manual Andrew brings together all his expertise and advice to help make you a better footballer. Packed with over 100 step-by-step skill tutorials, tricks, tips and guidance, Andrew also reveals how hard work, dedication and flair allowed him to become a master on the football pitch and beyond. Having worked with Cristiano Ronaldo, impressed the likes of David Beckham and Neymar, to performing at the opening ceremonies of the Olympics and various World Cups around the world, he is now sharing all his secrets and famous freestyling skills to help you improve your football techniques and take them onto the pitch. Interspersed with the jaw-dropping tricks, guidance on tackling, fundamental skills and tips on advancing your expertise, Andrew's passionate advice about following a dream and overcoming adversity prove that both enthusiasm and patience play a major part in any sporting arena. This isn't only about teaching the physical elements but learning from a master about how to focus your mentality to bring flair, passion and precision to your game"--Publisher's description
Soccer.