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’d have to say that playing in the outfield was the highlight of youth baseball for me. There was and remains no greater feeling than tracking down a fly ball you have no business catching. To know that you’re playing a position that requires you to be on your A-game is exhilarating! So I bet … 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
If you’ve coached some of the older age groups, chances are that you’ve encountered some disrespectful athletes. The attitudes that these athletes bring to the table are far from ideal, but with some work they can be improved upon or eliminated entirely. So how do you coach disrespectful youth athletes? The keys to coaching disrespectful … Read more
Throughout my playing and coaching careers, I’ve spent plenty of time around kids who struggled with paying attention. In these instances, it’s important to be patient and understand that each kid learns in their own way and at their own pace. How do you coach young athletes who struggle with paying attention? The best ways … Read more
As a coach, I’ve put a lot of pressure on myself to create winning teams. Sometimes I can’t help but feel that I fall short in putting my players in positions to succeed. So what are the keys to creating a winning environment for your youth sports team? The keys to creating a winning environment … Read more
I’ve had my fair share of tough losses over my sports playing career. Whether it’s missing the game-winning penalty kick or your team giving up 5 runs in the bottom of the ninth, all of us have felt the sting of a tough loss. The important thing is bouncing back and learning from these experiences. … 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