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Soccer is played by more than 250 million people worldwide, making it the most popular sport on the planet. It’s simple rules, and engaging gameplay are a natural draw for spectators of all ages. It’s also known as “The Beautiful Game,” a name popularized by one of the sport’s greatest players, Pele.

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A Soccer Pro at 13? Olivia Moultrie Will Give It a Try
June 2, 2023
“I think if you’re truly, truly elite, if your goal is to be a world-class player and a pro” Two years ago — in a move that delighted some in women’s sports and shocked others — Olivia Moultrie announced that she had accepted a scholarship offer to play college soccer at the University of North […]
New Soccer Team Gives Hope to Young Cancer Patients in Gaza
June 2, 2023
Team Hope’s players are exempt from school fees and train for one hour per week, with doctors’ advice, Sarraj said. Fourteen-year-old Moatasem al-Nabeeh suffers from a brain tumor. A new youth soccer team set up in Gaza for young Palestinian cancer patients has given him new hope. “I am happier now, I play and I […]
Developing the Right Kind of Winning Mindset
June 2, 2023
The challenge is that the distinction between professional & youth sports is becoming increasingly blurred. Our soccer club in downtown Manhattan has a coaching staff from across the world, reflecting the diversity of New York City. It is no surprise that there are a wide rage of opinions as to how to approach winning. The […]
The Value of Sportsmanship in the Nation
June 2, 2023
The team dynamic and coaches help the team manage a balance of being civil in the field while playing the sport. The university women’s soccer team has made itself known for its gracious treatment towards others by receiving the United Soccer Coaches Team Ethics and Sportsmanship Award. This award is given to schools who show […]
Courageous Parenting
June 2, 2023
For most, it’s because they love playing. So I think our first priority is regardless of pathway, it’s got to stay fun When I looked at other parenting coaches, everyone all kind of had that perfect family picture, and look at me, I’m a parenting coach and my life’s sorted. And I just couldn’t with […]
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Offseason Training for Soccer
June 2, 2023
Wear an ipod or music player while training by yourself! It gets lonely and sometimes un inspiring training on your own!  When your season ends you should first take a week or two off. Let your body rest up and your mind be refreshed. Watch more movies then usual, read books, rest and relax. Sounds crazy […]
Score More Soccer Goals This Season
June 2, 2023
If you want a big way to improve this season, you should think more about how to make more accurate shots. Are you hoping to score more goals this soccer season? If you want to be ready to get back to the game and show off some new skills, you need to know how you […]
Ten Things I Like About the Girls’ U.S. Soccer Development Academy
June 2, 2023
Generally there is only one game per weekend, and it’s at the same time every weekend, leaving more free time and the ability to plan family outings on Saturday and Sunday. 1. All the games are videotaped and accessible and shared with the player and parents, and there are detailed game reports that show starters, […]
How to Run a Soccer Practice for Youth Players
June 2, 2023
You know you’ve done your job well when they can clearly talk about the one concept you’ve taught them at this practice. The biggest challenge that is faced by coaches is consistently providing an engaging and fun environment for their players. In providing a quality training session soccer coaches assist players to unconsciously improving an array of […]
Responsible Sports: Dealing With Disrespectful Players at Practice
June 2, 2023
The challenges of game-like activities and the problem-solving situations they present are not only fun, but they help players develop to a higher level of soccer.  Last month, a Responsible Sports Parent wrote to our panel of experts to ask: “I coach a soccer team made up of 13 and 14 year old girls. I have a couple […]
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