Comprehensive list of all soccer-related posts published by Coachingkidz.com.
As someone who has played soccer their whole life, it’s easy to see why the sport is so popular throughout the world. Pretty much every nation has a national team and to play the game, all you really need is a ball (or a makeshift ball). If you’re not as accustomed to soccer, you might … Read more
As someone who has played soccer their whole life, I can speak to the amount of conditioning the sport requires. To achieve proper conditioning, you’re going to have to run quite a bit but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t have to be fun. So, what are some fun soccer games for kids? Some fun soccer … Read more
I always had a ton of fun playing goalie in soccer as a kid, despite not being amazing at the position. I think I enjoyed playing goalie so much because the position offers a unique perspective of the game. This perspective and the pressure that comes along with playing goalie is a feeling every kid … Read more
I’ve played as a defender in soccer for most of my life and let me tell you, shutting down another team’s attack is a huge rush. While defenders might not get as much recognition as forwards, they’re the backbone of any great team. Having a solid defense will make your life as a coach much … Read more
I can’t seem to go a softball game without my teammates giving me a hard time about wearing soccer cleats. Wearing cleats from different sports might not be optimal, but sometimes they can get the job done. So what are the differences between sports cleats? The differences between sports cleats are that some have extra … Read more
I’ve played soccer my whole life but never sat down to think about the sport’s origination. I knew that soccer had to date back at least 1,000 years, but what I found really surprised me. So, how far back does the history of soccer date back? The history of soccer is believed to date back … Read more
After playing soccer for nearly 20 years, I still have trouble putting the ball in the back of the net. It’s safe to say that playing up top was never my strong suit. I find myself fulfilling the role of a defender much better than the other positions on the field. So what role does … Read more