Futsal is a good tool to help build players skills while under pressure. Since it’s only 5v5 you get lots of chances on the ball and how to defend and get open off the ball. Futsal has been around a long time in South America and Europe, while in the US it became popular around 2010. The ball is smaller…
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Traveling to tournaments or league games is a great time to make memories with family and friends. You can try different foods and see new things. Below are a few things you can do to stay healthy while traveling, yet still enjoy yourself. Light exercise tips to keep your body loose During the airplane or car ride it’s helpful to…
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In most sports you have to learn proper form, but when it comes to soccer mechanics kids are not being taught! One reason it’s overlooked is because athletic players can dominate opponents without having good form. Another reason mechanics are not being taught enough is coaches can just lay out cones and have kids do drills. For players to improve…
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The other day a dad whose oldest daughter is on my daughters rec team asked me what are 3 beginner soccer drills he should be doing with this youngest girls u7 team each week. This guy is a varsity basketball coach for a 6-A high school, so he knows the importance of training and reps. I wanted to give him…
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Advanced volley drills like these will help you jump ahead of your competition. Some you can do by yourself, others you’ll need a partner. The important things to know is that you will use these skills in the game. What you practice most is where you’ll improve, so remember to work on realistic skills and movements. Let’s get started! On…
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