What is Shielding in Soccer?
Shielding involves using your body to protect the ball from the opposing player. This allows you to get or maintain possession of the ball…
What is a 7 in Soccer? The Truth.
The number 7 is associated with a player who plays the right wing in soccer. They are also considered a forward. But, keep in…
What is an Olimpico Goal?
Messi almost scored an Olimpico last week and my wife asked me what that was. I figured others might have the same question so…
Why Do 8th Graders Quit Club Soccer?
If you’re a parent or coach of an eighth-grade soccer player, you may have noticed that some of your players are quitting club soccer….
Why We Use Instep Instead of Toe to Kick
As players, coaches, and parents, do you ever wonder why we teach kids to kick a soccer ball with the instep (top inside of…
What is Grassroots Soccer? Everything You Need to Know!
Grassroots soccer is a term used to describe a pathway for players who are just starting. It is typically for players ages 6-9. “Grassroots”…
What is a Training Soccer Ball?
In your offseason training, you may have heard of a training soccer ball. You might be wondering what it is, how it’s different from…
How Many Goalkeepers Should a Team Have?
When building a soccer team, one of the most crucial positions to consider is the goalkeeper (or keeper). The goalkeeper is the last line…
Can You Be Offsides on a Goal Kick?
According to the official rules of soccer, there is no offside if a player receives the ball directly from a goal kick. This means…
Why Do Soccer Players Shave Their Legs?
Soccer players shave their legs for several reasons including improved hygiene, easier to tape up, enhanced perceived performance, and because they think it looks…