Knowing how to run through the ball in soccer is important because you’ll need to do it often. So today you’ll learn what it is and how to practice and improve. When the ball is in the air there are times you need to settle it or turn and then there are times you need to run through it. Every…
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Quickly learn how to set up a wall in soccer/football. Find out who organizes the wall, how you position yourself and how many players you need. Some of this depends on the distance from goal, but other parts is what you should do every time. Note: This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience. Click here to read my…
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This post is about youth ages 7-8 up to adults… When looking at natural athleticism for soccer players things start to change as players get older. Younger ages you can see who’s aggressive and understands what to do. The best athletes oftentimes don’t reach full potential because they get comfortable being better. Being a natural athletes is arguably the most…
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You may ask yourself, are private soccer lessons worth it? It all depends on who the soccer coach/trainer is… Also what are you looking to get out of it? Most soccer parents are looking to help their kids become better with the ball and to build confidence. The two most important things is knowing what drills to practice and having…
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The terms soccer IQ has become a catch phrase, yet it is an important topic. Most people think of it has knowing the game naturally, but that’s not the case. There’s a difference in naturally understanding the game and having soccer IQ. Let’s dive into the differences and learn how both are vital in being a more complete player. Knowing…
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Let’s talk about how to stay hydrated… There are a number of things you need to do. Most athletes get dehydrated in the hot Summer season, but you can get dehydrated in the Winter too. It’s important for athletes to know when, what and how much to drink. Water of course is most important, but there are a few other…
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These soccer drills for ages 10-12 can also be used for kids younger and older, but this is a safe place to assess yourself. One of the most important things to remember even for ages 16+ is that “basic fundamentals” doesn’t mean for younger. Even the pros work on fundamentals. Meaning 1 touch passing as well as first touch drills…
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