Who Invented Soccer? A History Lesson in Soccer
Although there’s no official creator of soccer, Ebenezer Cobb Morley is widely considered one of the founding fathers of modern soccer. As a country,…
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How to Shoot a Soccer Ball (with Power & Accuracy)
Learning how to shoot a soccer ball with power and accuracy can give your game another dimension for success. After all, the objective of…
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What is a Bicycle Kick in Soccer?
A bicycle kick is a type of kick in soccer where a player kicks the ball while in mid-air, usually with their back facing…
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What is Travel Soccer? A Parent’s Guide
If your child is interested in playing soccer at a more competitive level, you may have heard about travel soccer. Travel soccer is a…
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The 18-Yard Box: Soccer’s Most High-Stakes Area
The 18-yard box in soccer is the rectangular area in front of each goal where goalkeepers can use their hands and special rules apply,…
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Pay to Play Soccer: The Lopsided Reality in the U.S.
Spending north of $3,500 on a 9 year-old to play sports is outrageous. Unfortunately, this is the reality of the pay-to-play system in U.S….
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Best 1v1 Soccer Moves For Youth Players
An offensive player becomes dangerous when they can go by their defender consistently. To do so, you need an arsenal of 1v1 soccer moves…
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What Are Shots on Target in Soccer?
What are shots on target in soccer? A shot on target is a shot attempt that is aimed towards the goalpost and is either…
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The Art of the Fake Penalty Kick
In soccer, you can legally fake during a penalty kick’s run-up, but the moment you reach the ball, any deception becomes illegal. TL;DR: The…
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Advantage Rule: Flow Must Go On
The advantage rule in soccer allows play to continue after a foul if the fouled team is in a better position than they would…
