
Why We Should Stop Teaching Players to “Check Their Shoulder”
Many coaches, when we are conducting training sessions, will emphasize certain actions that we want our players to do. We want players to...


The Problem with the "Who Wants It More" Speech
Two of the most common talking points I hear in a pregame or halftime talk are desire and work ethic. One of the most common things I...


Why We Need to Trust the Kids
Adults need to trust kids more. Period. In terms of youth soccer, this goes for both coaches and parents. It is easy to say that we trust...


Behaviors of Successful Soccer Parents
There is a relatively famous picture of Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez sitting back, relaxing, and watching their kids play soccer. You can...

Speed Doesn't Matter
When I first moved to where I currently live, the first job I had at a youth soccer club began in the spring, and after a few months, the...