How to Recover From a Weekend of Soccer Games
Did you play one, two, or more hard-fought soccer games over the weekend? Use this Monday as a rest day. No matter your age,…
4 Clubs Promoted Within ECNL Boys
The ECNL recently announced it’s promoting four clubs. The clubs are coming from the ECNL Boys Regional League to the top-tier ECNL Boys League….
Sorry, 2008 MLS NEXT players. You Got Screwed.
With MLS NEXT proposing and finalizing plans to transition to a U-15, U-16 & U-18, 2008 players get hosed again. This year, players born…
Should I End Soccer Practice With a Scrimmage?
There’s no doubt that players love scrimmaging. But, just because they do, should you end every practice with a scrimmage? Yes, you should end…
Shine Bright Like a Diamond (Formation)
The diamond formation uses four midfielders in the shape of – you guessed it – a diamond. This effective formation is usually set up…
Dealing With Bad Refs (The Right Way)
The best way to deal with bad refereeing in soccer is not to deal with it. As a player, your focus should be playing….
2024 Girls Academy Northwest Talent ID Event
The rosters for the 2024 Girls Academy Talent ID Event were just announced. The showcase features girls in the 2007 (U-17) to 2010 (U-14)…
What Does a Box To Box Midfielder Do?
A box-to-box midfielder is a player who is responsible for covering ground in the central midfield area. They are tasked with defensive and offensive…
2024 Generation Adidas Cup Schedule Released
MLS NEXT just released the TV schedule for the upcoming Generations Adidas Cup tournament. There will be twenty eight games streamed for Apple TV…
I Bought the Nike Phantom GX 2 Academy Soccer Cleats (My Review)
I recently bought the Nike Phantom GX II Academy LV8 on soccer.com. Not for my son either! As a 40 year-old, these are the…