Tweet Any good soccer player or coach knows that drills are a crucial aspect of maintaining a talented and well-prepared team. But some aren’t as keen and take the approach of learning through playing. This isn’t the right approach to soccer, and we’ll explain why. First of all, soccer drills teach players the proper way to do anything from take a penalty to throw in. You wouldn&...

Tweet It doesn’t matter if your a U8 player or a mens open division player (speaking from experience) the basic passing skill can make or break your soccer team’s chances for victory.  Passing the soccer ball seems like such a simple skill that it can be overlooked by players and coaches.   The proper technique will give you the proper force, speed, and direction of the ball as it l...

Tweet I have had the opportunity to meet a lot of great players and soccer coaches.  One of the most profound lessons has come from a former player on the Iraq National team. He that told me the most important thing that American players can do to improve their game is to improve their foot skills. Foot skills?  That’s it?  He said, “yes.” You see I often get consumed during a...

Tweet As an older adult I look at my young son with amazement and appreciation.  The best thing about asking a child what they what to be when they grow up is that you know that they believe they can be that person.  As parents we support that dream or idea.  As we get older we tend to complicate our outlook on life by “making the safe decision” or not “taking risks” bec...

Tweet Training with 2 vs 1 drills can bring out the best in your ability to control the ball.  The goal with this drill is to make 10 passes between two players.  This drill uses 1 defender.  The key is to stay wide, create space and limit your touches to one or two.  Work as a team! ...

Tweet Here is a simple dribbling demonstration put on by Da Vaca.  You don’t have to understand Brazilian to understand that if you master this soccer dribbling skill you can beat defenders and get a shot or pass off.  Watch the drill, then watch it again and get outside and practice.  Make sure you practice accelerating your speed after you make your move. ...

Tweet Here is a drill from nikesoccer.com giving an explanation of how to use your touch to give you control over the direction of traps and passes.  ...