What Are Soccer Balls Made Of?
If you’re a bit like me, you may be wondering what soccer balls are made of. It’s the geeky side in us. There are…
What Does FC Stand for in Soccer?
FC stands for “Football Club” when referring to soccer teams. As you probably guessed, this does not have anything to do with American football…
What Does Golazo Mean in Soccer? Find Out Here!
Golazo is a Spanish word that means a spectacular goal. You may have heard your son, daughter, fan or commentator yell ‘golazo!’ after scoring…
How Many Players on a Soccer Team?
There are 11 players on a soccer team that play at once. This includes one goalie and ten outfield players. There are also about…
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Youth Soccer Positions (The Basics)
Understanding and learning the youth soccer positions is essential for coaches, parents and players. With each position there is a certain role, pace and…
What is a Hat Trick in Soccer?
A hat trick in soccer is when a soccer player scores three goals in a single game. These goals don’t have to be scored…
Youth Soccer Age Division Chart
Youth club soccer in the United States is organized by birth year (not grade or season). For example, unless there’s an exception, a team…
Why Do Soccer Players Have Holes in Their Socks?
If you’ve watched any World Cup or Premier League games in the recent past, you’ve probably noticed that many of the players have holes…
Youth Soccer Levels in the U.S. Explained
Youth soccer in the U.S. has evolved tremendously over the past decade. Let me tell you! It is very confusing. Where town travel used…
Soccer Offsides Explained
An offside call is when an offensive player is closer to the opponent’s goal than the last defender (excluding the goalkeeper). The offside rule…