Enjoy the Journey
The most difficult thing to do in competitive youth sports is to enjoy the journey. This goes for players and…parents! For the players reading…
ECNL Girls National Champions for the 2023-2024 Season
The incredibly successful season wrapped up for the Girls’ ECNL teams. The top teams in the country competed for the national title in their…
2023/2024 ECNL Girls Regional League Titles
The 2023/2024 ECNL Girls Regional League season has been nothing short of amazing. Female soccer players showcased their skills throughout the fall and spring…
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…