USMNT Fires Gregg Berhalter: What’s Next?
It comes as no surprise to many in the soccer community but Gregg Berhalter was relieved of his coaching duties this week. Honestly, it…
U.S. Men’s Soccer Team Roster Announced For the 2024 Olympics
The U.S. Men’s Olympic Team will be competing once again in the upcoming summer Olympics. This is the first time since 2008. Head Coach,…
Rumorville: ECNL Switching to School Year (Versus Birth Year)
There have been rumors about ECNL leadership wanting to change from school year to birth year. This wouldn’t happen in the upcoming season but…
What is a Trapped Player in Soccer?
A “Trapped Player” is any 8th grader who is a member of a U-15 team, which mostly consists of 9th graders. They are considered…
2024 MLS NEXT All-Star Game
The highly anticipated MLS NEXT All-Star Game is weeks away. On July 23, 2024, 44 players will compete in Columbus, OH for bragging rights….
Summer FOMO
Soccer Parents & Players, It’s easy to get caught up in the hype of finding the best summer soccer programs. From the “best Instagram…
Advice | Coaching | Soccer FAQ
What is the Typical Substitution Pattern in Soccer?
With limited subs in a soccer game, getting players in the game is strategic. A team may be up, down, or tied…it should make…
MLS Next is Bridging the Gap Between Youth and Professional Soccer
MLS NEXT is four years old and just coming out of the toddler stages. But, it’s made such a profound impact on the boys’…
Congrats to the 2024 MLS NEXT Cup Champions
The MLS NEXT Cup concluded over the weekend and it was a very entertaining week-long event! Along with the Showcase games, the Cup matches…
Julian Hall Becomes Second Youngest Player to Score in the MLS
The accomplishments keep coming for Julian Hall, at 16 years and 18 days, he becomes the second youngest to score an MLS goal. The…