Archive for November 2023
Youth Soccer Series: A Parent’s Guide to Core Positions and Rules – Part 2
Basic Rules of Soccer Part 2 Coaches are soccer players’ main source of knowledge when it comes to playing the game, especially when it comes to following age-appropriate youth soccer rules. Because many coaches may have their children on their teams, players’ families should understand the basic rules of soccer and the positions. Families cheer…
Read MoreYouth Soccer Series: A Parent’s Guide to Core Positions and Rules – Part 1
Core Soccer Positions Part 1 According to U.S. Youth Soccer, U6 to U12 players use smaller fields and modified rules to help make the game safer, more fun, and easier to learn. All U6 to U19 players must have the opportunity to play 50% of the game, as determined by the coach. The number of…
Read MoreThe Art of Soccer Parenting – Supporting Your Child’s Journey
Supporting Your Child’s Soccer Journey PART 1 OF 3 More than 2.1 million children from age 6 to 12 played youth soccer in the U.S. as of 2021, which was a 19.5% increase from 2020. These numbers make it increasingly important for soccer parents to support their kids – and their teammates, opponents, and coaching…
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