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Warm Up Your Goalkeepers the Right Way

Some say that a keeper is never truly in the game until they make their first save. Shoot down that theory by showing your keepers the proper pre-game routine.

How to Make Conditioning Worth It

Practice time in soccer is often devoted to conditioning drills like running laps. Here's how to accomplish the same fitness goals for your team in more productive ways.

Recruiting Tip No.4: The Importance of Video

College coaches depend on video to make important recruiting decisions. Find out what you can do to make sure your footage stands out and impresses the right people.

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How Far Do You Run During a Soccer Game?

With the non-stop pace of soccer, getting a good workout is inevitable over the course of a game. But just how much distance can you cover in 90 minutes?

Agility Drill: Change of Direction

If you improve your agility you'll improve your performance. Be prepared for sprinting, side stepping and carioca footwork.

Why Winning Isn't a Priority in Youth Soccer

Youth coaches often find themselves caught up in the quest for victory. Find out if this urge benefits young players in the long run.

College Recruiting Tip No.3: Marketing Yourself

Proactive prospects have the best shot at playing soccer in college. Find out the smartest ways to get a coach's attention and land the scholarship you dreamed of.

Secrets to Practicing Like the Pros

The best soccer players spend hours practicing on their own. Find out what you can do away from the team to fine-tune your skills.

Coaches should communicate effectively with both players and their parents.

Why Coaches Should Have a Parents Meeting

Preseason isn't just for conditioning, figuring out starters, and getting organized. Here's why youth coaches should make time to meet with parents before the games begin.

Curing the Toe Poke in Youth Players

Every young player does a "toe poke" when starting out in soccer. Learn the right way to properly fix their form and make them fundamentally sound.

Calling All the Right Moves

Warm up yourself and your team with this fast-paced and quick-thinking dribbling drill.

Abdominal Exercises to Improve Balance

These four ab exercises will build stomach muscles, give you a strong center of gravity and allow you to dodge defenders with more control.

Boosting Your Kids to the Next Level

When it's time to advance your child's game past the recreational level, a number of options exist for elite training. Here's a few things to look for when taking the next step.

A Practice on Small Group Defending

In these drills players practice how to channel the ball to gain possession, apply pressure on the attacker and gain control over the attacking team.

Getting Your Kids Ready for Camp

When preparing to send your kids to soccer camp, make the transition easier by following these four tips.

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