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The game of soccer is not only fun but can teach many life lessons along the way. From mastering a certain skill to competing with your teammates, soccer at any level is always a work in progress. After observing all types of soccer players either extend their playing career or fizzle out, there are some […]

Here is a breakdown of soccer ball sizes by age group of the player. It is important to choose the right fit for your player as maturity needs to happen before you get to the next size. Size One Size 1 is ideal for children under three years. It has a circumference of 18 to […]

For any player, scoring a hat trick in a soccer match is a fantastic accomplishment. So, what is a hat trick in soccer? Scoring three goals in a single game. Not everyone knows what it is or why it is referred to as a hat trick. In this post, we’ll explain everything you need to […]

The U.S. youth soccer landscape is organized by birth year (not grade). In the past it was August to July which made it a bit confusing. By going to a birth year format, it makes it pretty straight forward for players and parents to understand. What age group do I register for? In most cases, […]

If you’ve been watching any 2022 World Cup games, you’re sure to notice that many of the players have holes in their socks. Was it because the material cheap? Nope. The holes are there on purpose. The actual reason why players have holes in their socks is to reduce pressure on their calf muscle. Traditionally, […]

Youth soccer in the U.S. has evolved tremendously over the past couple of decades. Where town travel used to rule the soccer scene, now soccer clubs have advanced to support athletes who are looking to play more competitively.  With all the changes taking place it can be very confusing. At the youth level there’s three […]

Whether we like it or not…parents play a crucial role in influencing their kids’ soccer performance.  A healthy bond between parent and player can cultivate a positive mindset that will carry throughout their playing years.  On the other hand, a parent who is too critical of their child will often see their player glancing at […]