After the post regarding the tryout process and what you should be looking for, we did also begin with asking if your player is ready for it. On the flip side, having made a team and accepted everything that comes with it, will any of it push your player to quit? Have a read on… Read More Why do players quit
As the tryout window begins to close, here in the city, we have put together some advice we think you should consider, if you haven’t already. The idea of this post is to pose questions for you to consider and to ask of the club or team you have been offered a spot with. We… Read More Some tryout guidance and questions for you
Messi. Often referred to as the best player in the world. (we may post his competition also…). Diagnosed with a Growth Hormone Deficiency and often something that would put a player at the bottom of the pile. All too often we hear ‘s/he is too small’. Messi, it turns out has done so well and… Read More Pick up soccer benefit p.3
Zinedine Zidane. http://www.givemesport.com/335690-the-story-of-zinedine-zidane Carlo Ancelotti, winner of 3 Champions Leagues, who was educated in playing the formation of 1-4-4-2, changed his entire coaching education and philosophy to put Zinedine Zidane into his preferred position of attacking midfielder. Zidane grew up in an area of Marseille, France which was notorious for crime yet excelled playing on an 80×12 concrete… Read More Pick up Soccer Benefit p.2
As this tryout window closes here in the city, no doubt you are beginning to consider which team or club is going to be the best for your child. The enemy of excellence article that is attached to this post poses some thought provoking questions and some very obvious observations, that you may miss as a… Read More What is ruining the chance of your Soccer player developing?
A lot of the upcoming coaches clinics, both in the class and on the field, will be about the player. Focusing on the player and their development, their fun, and with regards to this article – players taking control of their own practice. Now, relax coach, we’re not suggesting handing over the cones just yet.… Read More Developing Self Learners
Article #1 is Wayne Rooney, having just achieved the top goal scorer record for Manchester United, his humbling beginning on a concrete pitch is a very good start point! WAYNE ROONEY
8 mistakes they made, so we don’t have to? Reflect. Is this your second (or more) year of coaching? Have you considered the 8 points in the article and how they can apply to your players? There will be more material as the season progresses that constantly refers to your role and the impact you… Read More 8 Mistakes another Soccer Coach has made
12 Rules for the New or Beginning Coach This was printed and presented by the NSCAA and is certainly echoed by us here at SFYS. It is titled for the new or beginning coach, but I think it is relevant to a returning coach also as they can reflect upon their previous experience and begin to… Read More The NSCAA outlines 12 ‘rules’ for the coach
Parents care so much about their kid and about their experiences, but it can often lead to a negative impact. I like the image attached to the title because many kids sit in that seat and get told how good they were, how bad they were, and all the usual stuff that a parent likes… Read More Mistakes that you could make with your player, and not even know…
