How Soccer’s Header Ban Reduced Youth Concussions by 26%
Remember when heading the ball (at all ages) was just part of the game? Well, it turns out that simple rule change back in…
Lesser-Known Soccer Rules That You May Want to Know
Most soccer rules are pretty straightforward…except for the offsides rule of course 😉 But, within the beautiful game lies some lesser-known rules that most…
Rumorville: ECNL Switching to School Year (Versus Birth Year)
There have been rumors about ECNL leadership wanting to change from school year to birth year. This wouldn’t happen in the upcoming season but…
How Many Players on a College Soccer Roster?
As you probably know, teams have eleven players on the field at once. But, college soccer teams have a lot more than eleven. In…
2024 NCAA Division I Substitution Changes For Men’s Soccer
The NCAA just approved a new substitution rule for DI men’s soccer. This change will be effective for the start of the fall 2024…
Can You Be Offsides on a Goal Kick?
According to the official FA rules of soccer, a player cannot be offsides on a goal kick. This means that if the ball is…
The Unofficial Soccer Parents Code of Conduct
Many soccer parents are getting out of control on the sidelines. I see it all the time from U8 and up. No matter if…
What Happens If the Ball Hits the Ref in Soccer?
According to FIFA Law No. 9, if the ball hits the referee during a match, the ball is considered out of play and a…
Can You Pull the Goalie in Soccer?
Playing with a goalie is obviously important during a soccer game. But, can you pull the goalie in soccer? Let’s say you are down…
Is Soccer a Contact Sport?
Is soccer a contact sport? The answer may not be as straightforward as you think. While soccer is not typically thought of as a…