Should I Take Out a Player Who Has a Yellow Card?
As a coach, should you take out a player who already has a yellow card in a soccer game? You need to lean on…
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U-15 Women’s Youth National Roster: Portland Training Camp
The U.S. Under-15 Women’s Youth National Team (U-15 WYNT) will hold their training camp in Portland from October 15-22, 2023. As you’ll see in…
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How Do I Shoot a Soccer Ball Straight?
Are you trying to shoot a direct soccer shot but it keeps curving in? You’re not alone! This is a common thing among youth…
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Why Does Messi Walk in Games?
Lionel Messi, arguably the greatest soccer player of all time, plays his own unique way. If you’ve ever watched him, one aspect of his…
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Do I Need an Assistant Coach in Youth Soccer?
Every youth soccer coach should have an assistant! Whether you are coaching 7-year-olds or 15-year-olds, having an assistant coach to help in practice and…
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9v9 Soccer: Where to Put Weak Players
On every team, there tends to be one or multiple weaker players. In a 9v9 soccer match, you might be wondering where to position…
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USYNT Boys U16 Training Camp Roster
The U.S. Youth National Team (USYNT) will hold a training camp for players born in 2007. The mini-camp will be held at Nike World…
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Advice to an 8-Year-Old Soccer Player
My oldest son is now 14 and when I look back six years ago, here is what I’d like to say to him… Kane,…
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ECNL Regional League Announces New Postseason Plans for 2023-24 Season
On September 21, 2023, the ECNL announced a new structure for the 2023-24 season’s Boys and Girls Regional League postseason. There will be four…
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What it Takes to Be the Best
Honestly, as a youth soccer player, I wouldn’t try to be the best. There will always be a better player than you. And, to…
