A Scientific And Practical Treatise On American Football For Schools And Colleges (1894)

By Amos Alonzo Stagg

Book Overview

""A Scientific And Practical Treatise On American Football For Schools And Colleges"" is a book written by Amos Alonzo Stagg in 1894. Stagg was a legendary American football coach and player who is widely regarded as one of the sport's pioneers. In this book, Stagg provides a comprehensive guide to the game of American football, covering everything from the rules and regulations to the techniques and strategies used by successful teams.The book is designed for use in schools and colleges, and is aimed at both players and coaches. It includes detailed descriptions of the various positions on the field, as well as advice on training, conditioning, and game preparation. Stagg also provides a history of the game, tracing its origins back to rugby and other sports.Throughout the book, Stagg emphasizes the importance of scientific principles in the game of football. He advocates for a systematic approach to training and game planning, and encourages players to use their minds as well as their bodies on the field. He also stresses the importance of sportsmanship and fair play, and provides guidance on how to handle difficult situations that may arise during a game.Overall, ""A Scientific And Practical Treatise On American Football For Schools And Colleges"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the sport of American football. It provides a wealth of information on the game, and is an essential read for players, coaches, and fans alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166466094
• ISBN13: 9781166466091
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"