Every weekend soccer parents around the world gather on the sideline to watch their kids play. You see and hear all kinds of personalities. I bet you have more stories than I do. What parents need to know is that the older and higher levels have a more chill sideline. The younger kids parents are most verbally aggressive. The reason…
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When it comes to fun soccer drills we need to make sure that we are developing the players. You may see a coach who makes the practice fun, but they are not improving or learning. On the contrary, the coaching might be good at teaching skill, but acts like a grumpy jerk. Another important element you want in regards to…
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When it comes to developing as a player, what you work on should depends on age, level and desire. Whether players are ages 7-8 up to high school, college and pro, there needs a mix of different methods. In regards to opposed vs. unopposed soccer training, I explain below how both benefit you as a player. In short, to improve…
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Have you ever wondered what is too much fitness for youth soccer players? Just in the last month I could tell you half a dozen fitness horror stories I’ve heard from other coaches and players. It’s upsetting to hear that coaches are making youth players run more than college and pros. It goes to show how much these kids love…
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Volleys on goal are by far the most beautiful! Usually the best goals in the World Cups or in league play are volleys on goal. There are different techniques to use, so below you’ll learn some of the best ways. I’ve seen players who are really good at dribbling who can’t connect on a side volley for months. It can…
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The two most common volley drills are laces/top of foot and inside. These are typically used to improve your pass. You can use a partner or wall. This blog article is filled with 9 different volley drills for ages 10+. Ages 7-9 can be introduced to 1 touch laces and inside, but most of these are advanced drills. Some people…
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Below you’ll see 7 ways to improve your soccer skills at home. Really there are more if you count all the ways to work on first touch and passing. I remember being younger and working 2 main things. Ball striking and short passing. I would go to the back yard and kick the ball against the fence. Then I would work…
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