When Do Soccer Club Offers Get Sent Out?
Youth club soccer offers typically get sent out via email in April and May. For many clubs, players have a 48-hour window to accept…
Can I Wear Tiny Shin Guards in Soccer? Clearing the Air
Yes, you can wear the smallest shin guards possible. There’s no hard rule against them. But, should you? Tiny shin guards are all the…
Why Good Footwork is Important in Soccer
As you can imagine, good footwork is extremely helpful in soccer. Soccer is one of the rare sports that’s played mostly from the waist…
What is Pressing in Soccer?
Pressing in soccer is when a team applies pressure to their opponents who have possession. It’s a team strategy that can be used in…
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”…