I played my first soccer season this year, and I am in the 9th grade.
I want to do better. Continue Reading
by Coach James
I played my first soccer season this year, and I am in the 9th grade.
I want to do better. Continue Reading
by Coach James
It’s not every day that I find legitimate soccer value in a simple, addicting game, but “Super World Cup Free-Kicks” from Owensworld is just such a game, since it helps players understand the physics of kicking and “spin” on the ball. Continue Reading
by Coach James

The Fervid Phase: The Dedication (U-16)
Development of individual skills – individual, group and team tactics:
This is a critical time in the player’s development. Continue Reading
by Coach James

The Formal Phase: The Commitment (U-14)
Development of individual skills – individual and small group tactics:
Adult standards and formal rules become applicable. Continue Reading
by Coach James

FOUNDATION PHASE: THE ROMANCE (U-12)
Development of individual skills — individual and small group tactics:
The effect of the role model is very important at this stage of development. Continue Reading
by Coach James
The Follow Your Shot game is a fun shooting game that also helps players remember to follow their shots to capitalize on rebounds. Continue Reading
by Coach James
I’m new to soccer, but I found I am a real natural. I got good at dribbling, tactics, long passes, and short passes.
I seem to be able to do fast curve balls that normally hit the target, but I cant seem to get Gerrard style power shots. Continue Reading
by Coach James
Simply put, wall ball is practicing your soccer skills using a wall to stop the ball and to return the ball to you. Continue Reading
by Coach James
I would like to know how to put on top-spin or no spin at all on the ball, so I can make the ball dip when I take free kicks. Continue Reading
by Coach James
If you read Wall Ball Part 1 you know that playing against a wall is one of the best ways for soccer players to practice on your own.
Now, here is a great program for players of all skill levels: Continue Reading










