The Pressure to Play in Specific Leagues is Out of Control
There’s a growing trend I’ve seen in the last few years. Players are feeling so much pressure to play in specific youth soccer leagues….
Fall 2024 MLS NEXT Talent ID Locations
In an effort to identify top young talent, MLS NEXT will host Talent ID Events in the following locations: These events will give the…
USYNT U-15 Girls Win the CONCACAF Championship
The U-15 Girls USYNT secured the CONCACAF Championship by defeating Mexico 3-0 in the final. This marks an impressive fourth consecutive title. The goals…
Being the Best Player For 3 Years in a Row – Time to Move On?
Being the best player on your team is great! There’s something to be said for leading your team in goals or spearheading the defense. …
Seacoast United Phantoms Win the 2024 USL League Two Championship
The Seacoast United Phantoms beat Peoria City Soccer, 3-2, to win the 2024 USL League Two Championship. Last night’s match was nothing short of…
Is Watching Soccer Film Important for Youth Players?
Watching film in any sport won’t make you a better player. But, it will help make you a better player. Re-read the above👆There’s a…
USYS 2024 National Champions (Each Age Group)
Fourteen US Youth Soccer (USYS) teams were crowned the 2024 champions this past week. ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando hosted the…
U-15 U.S. Women’s Youth National Team Roster Announced (2024 Concacaf Championship)
Ciara Crinion, the U.S. U-15 Women’s Youth National Team head coach, announced her roster for the 2024 Concacaf Girls’ U-15 Championship in Costa Rica….
Competition Among Teammates
I’ve recently noticed something strange among club players, teams, coaches, and (especially) parents. Everyone is trying to one-up another…on the same team. There’s a…
Cavan Sullivan Makes MLS Record Debut
At 14 years and 293 days, Cavan Sullivan became the youngest player ever to play in a Major League Soccer (MLS) game. The historic…