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Coaching youth soccer focuses on skill development, teamwork, and fun while creating a positive learning environment for young players.

What is Funino in Soccer, and How Can It Advance Youth Players Faster Than Typical 3v3?
What is Funino in Soccer, and How Can It Advance Youth Players Faster Than Typical 3v3?

Funino soccer improves decision-making, creativity, and game awareness faster than traditional 3v3.


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Published: 2/24/2025 Author: Chris Johnson
Soccer Dribbling Drills
Soccer Dribbling Drills

Dribbling is one of the essential soccer skills, enabling players to maneuver around defenders, maintain possession of the ball, and alleviate pressure during intense moments of the game.


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Published: 1/26/2025 Author: Chris Johnson
What to Expect When Coaching 4 to 6-Year-Old Soccer Players
What to Expect When Coaching 4 to 6-Year-Old Soccer Players

Embracing these principles, you can create a positive, enjoyable, and developmental experience for your young soccer players, setting the foundation for their future in sports.


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Published: 7/31/2024 Author: Chris Johnson
The Heart of the Team: 12 Key Traits of a Central Midfielder in Soccer
The Heart of the Team: 12 Key Traits of a Central Midfielder in Soccer

The central midfielder holds a pivotal role, serving as the link between defense and attack. This position requires a unique set of skills and attributes to effectively control the game, distribute the ball, and provide support to both the defensive and offensive units.


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Published: 7/16/2023 Author: Chris Johnson
15 Effective Soccer Conditioning Workouts for Enhanced Performance
15 Effective Soccer Conditioning Workouts for Enhanced Performance

Soccer is a physically demanding sport that requires a combination of endurance, speed, agility, and strength. Here are 15 effective soccer conditioning workouts that will help players enhance their overall fitness, improve endurance, and elevate their game on the field.


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Published: 7/15/2023 Author: Chris Johnson
8 Solo Soccer Exercises to Enhance Individual Skills
8 Solo Soccer Exercises to Enhance Individual Skills

Individual drills allow players to focus on specific aspects of their game, enhance technical abilities, and sharpen their decision-making skills.


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Published: 7/14/2023 Author: Chris Johnson
10 Steps to Planning an Effective Soccer Practice Plan
10 Steps to Planning an Effective Soccer Practice Plan

A well-structured and organized soccer practice plan is essential for maximizing player development and optimizing training time.


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Published: 7/13/2023 Author: Chris Johnson
13 Steps to Becoming a Better Soccer Coach
13 Steps to Becoming a Better Soccer Coach

13 steps that will help you become a better soccer coach and foster the growth and development of your team.


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Published: 7/12/2023 Author: Chris Johnson
6 Steps in Mastering the Art of Trapping Low-flighted Balls
6 Steps in Mastering the Art of Trapping Low-flighted Balls

Mastering the art of trapping low-flighted balls is an essential skill for soccer players, allowing them to control and maintain possession in challenging situations.


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Published: 7/11/2023 Author: Chris Johnson
6 Essential Soccer Drills for Beginner Players: Building the Foundation for Success
6 Essential Soccer Drills for Beginner Players: Building the Foundation for Success

These soccer drills are essential soccer drills specifically designed for beginner players.


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Published: 7/10/2023 Author: Chris Johnson
Enhancing High School Soccer Skills: The Importance of Soccer Drills
Enhancing High School Soccer Skills: The Importance of Soccer Drills

Soccer drills form the bedrock of high school soccer training, offering players opportunities to refine technical abilities, tactical understanding, physical fitness, teamwork, and mental resilience.


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Published: 7/9/2023 Author: Chris Johnson
Soccer Drills for Kids: Unlocking Potential through Fun and Effective Training
Soccer Drills for Kids: Unlocking Potential through Fun and Effective Training

Soccer drills for kids instills valuable life skills such as teamwork, discipline, and determination.


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Published: 7/9/2023 Author: Chris Johnson
The Crucial Role of Individual Soccer Drills in Skill Development
The Crucial Role of Individual Soccer Drills in Skill Development

Individual soccer drills play a critical role in developing and refining skills, including precise ball control, accurate passing, agile footwork, powerful shooting, and intelligent decision-making.


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Published: 7/9/2023 Author: Chris Johnson
The Rondo: A Dynamic and Effective Soccer-Training Drill
The Rondo: A Dynamic and Effective Soccer-Training Drill

The Rondo is a versatile and valuable tool for developing technical skills, tactical understanding, teamwork, and decision-making abilities.


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Published: 7/9/2023 Author: Chris Johnson
What is a Rondo in Soccer?
What is a Rondo in Soccer?

What is a Rondo in Soccer? Rondo is a soccer game of keep away in a small circle or square playing area.


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Published: 1/24/2021 Author: Chris Johnson
Indoor Soccer: The Benefits of Indoor Soccer
Indoor Soccer: The Benefits of Indoor Soccer

Indoor soccer is a great way to get extra training sessions in while in the off-season.


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Published: 11/22/2010 Author: Chris Johnson
Coaching Points for Trapping with the Inside of the Foot.
Coaching Points for Trapping with the Inside of the Foot.

Trapping with the inside of the foot is the most commonly used trap because it's the easiest to learn and teach.


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Published: 7/2/2010 Author: Chris Johnson
5 Tips to make Your Training Sessions More Competitive
5 Tips to make Your Training Sessions More Competitive

Effectiveness of a soccer training session is hinged on the coaches intensity, execution, explanation, expectations, communication, and time spend on an activity.


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Published: 6/16/2010 Author: Chris Johnson
5 Homework Tasks for New Soccer Coaches
5 Homework Tasks for New Soccer Coaches

As a volunteer youth soccer coach, you have taken on a large task and you have plenty of work to do behind the scenes to ensure the perfect season. Let's get started!


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Published: 5/28/2008 Author: Chris Johnson
How to Work With the Parents
How to Work With the Parents

In order to have a successful soccer season, it is important to foster good parent behaviors on the sideline.


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Published: 5/27/2008 Author: Chris Johnson
Tips for the New Soccer Coach
Tips for the New Soccer Coach

New soccer coach tips to make your first-time soccer coach experience a pleasant one for the players, parents, and most of all you.


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Published: 2/20/2008 Author: Chris Johnson
How youth soccer players learn the game
How youth soccer players learn the game

How do youth soccer players learn the game? The answer is simple! They learn the game by watching, imitating, practicing and being tested during game play.


Rating: 2.75 / 5 Views: 47,597
Published: 8/28/2007 Author: Chris Johnson
How to Evaluate and Teach the Game
How to Evaluate and Teach the Game

Team and player evaluation is a large part of being a successful soccer coach.


Rating: 4.2 / 5 Views: 64,811
Published: 3/1/2007 Author: Chris Johnson
11 Things Every Soccer Coach Needs for Successful Practices
11 Things Every Soccer Coach Needs for Successful Practices

Eleven things that every coach needs to run a smooth, successful soccer practice.


Rating: 3.5 / 5 Views: 80,012
Published: 1/16/2007 Author: Chris Johnson
Coaching Soccer: Boys vs. Girls
Coaching Soccer: Boys vs. Girls

This soccerxpert soccer tip explains some of the social and phychological differences between coaching girls soccer versus boys soccer.


Rating: 3.89 / 5 Views: 49,405
Published: 4/6/2006 Author: Chris Johnson

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