Rec Soccer and the Tension between Wants
Time Magazine recently published an article by Gail Cornwall, that argues “kids need rec sports to make a comeback.”1 The proposition: “In today’s America, rec […]
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Soccer
Should coaches be looking for interest more than talent?
Talent identification is a huge topic in sports, particularly soccer. A 2022 paper in the German Journal of Exercise and Sport Research suggests that it […]
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What FIFA’s Global Competitiveness Report Tells Us about Player Development
The report, titled “Increasing Global Competitiveness: An Analysis of the Talent Development Ecosystem,” provides a thorough analysis of the global talent development ecosystem, outlining essential […]
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A Summary of FIFA’s Report on Increasing Global Soccer Competitiveness
FIFA recently published Increasing Global Competitiveness: An analysis of the talent development ecosystem, which focuses on FIFA’s comprehensive Talent Development Programme to promote global competitiveness […]
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Understanding US Soccer’s Grassroots Play-Practice-Play Model
US Soccer’s Play-Practice-Play (PPP) Model is an evidence-based approach to grassroots soccer coaching focused on maximizing player engagement, enjoyment, and development. This model, tailored to […]
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Interval Small-Sided Games Help Build Stronger, More Resilient Players Faster
In the fast-evolving world of soccer coaching, one question consistently stands out: What’s the most effective way to train young players to maximize their potential? […]
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The Impact of Parental Involvement on Youth Soccer Players: Insights from Recent Research
A 2021 paper titled “The Role of Parental Involvement in Youth Sport Experience: Perceived and Desired Behavior by Male Soccer Players” investigates a crucial yet […]
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When Should a Player Specialize in Soccer?
A group of academics conducted a study to look at the development pathways of 328 top competitive under-16 soccer players from seven different countries – […]
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Why Are There So Many Great Soccer Players from Brazil?
In Brazil, soccer is more than just a sport—it’s an integral part of the culture. Many young players grow up playing the game in informal […]
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Stop Doing This to Be a Better Soccer Parent Overnight
Have you ever heard a soccer parent yell at the referee: “Ref, foul! Playing on the ground!”? Yelling that proves to the ref and everyone […]
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