Having Soccer Drip: A Lame Parent’s Guide

The other day, my son said, “That soccer player has no drip”. Drip? Is he not dripping from a faucet or something? Well, come to find out it means fashion and style…you know, like their swag.

Of course! That makes sense 😕

In this article, I’ll explain what it means to have soccer drip. This is based on a 30-minute thorough conversation with my teenage son.

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Soccer Player Drip On Field

When playing, there’s a style that is considered ‘drippy’. These styles include:

• Boys: Shaggy hair (with a bit of hair paste to keep it afloat). Also, shaved hair is getting more drip appeal recently.
• Girls: headband
• Short shorts (both genders)
• Wrist tape
• Small shin guards
• Low soccer socks (or very high socks)
• Grip socks with team socks over them
• Nike or Adidas cleats

Here are some great examples on IG.

Off-Field Drip as a Soccer Player

When it comes to soccer, having “drip” refers to having a certain style or flair on and off the field. It’s about looking good, feeling confident, and expressing yourself through your clothing and accessories.

Here are some factors affecting your drip.

Clothing

Your clothing is a big part of your drip. You want to wear clothes that fit well, are comfortable, and express your style. Some popular clothing items for soccer players include:

• Jerseys with bold colors or designs
• Track pants or joggers
• Hoodies or sweatshirts
• Snapback hats or beanies

Footwear

• Crocs
• Slides (with socks of course)
• Cleats such as the CrazyFast
• Nike Air Force 1

Accessories

Accessories can add the finishing touch to your drip. Some popular accessories for soccer players include:

• Watches
• Multiple bracelets
• iPhone with a cool case

Importance of Having Drip in Soccer

So, as a coach and parent, I think of having drip not in the physical appearance but more mentally. I translate drip with confidence.

It’s the way you carry yourself, your confidence, and your unique flair. Having soccer drip can give you an edge over your opponents and make you stand out as a player.

When you look good, you feel good, you play good!

In a world of transparency, having drip can make you more marketable as a player.

In today’s social media-driven world, having a strong personal brand can make you stand out to coaches and scouts. You may not like this as a parent but this can lead to more opportunities and exposure.

In my humble opinion, I say let your kids have drip. Allow them to feel more confident. Support them throughout their different phases in life. Who knows, you may become more drippy in the process.