As we all know, soccer is the most popular sport in the world. Millions of people from all walks of life enjoy watching it because it is exciting. To master all skills of the game, it takes some effort and dedication from a player. There are a few drills that anyone can use to improve on his/her soccer skills. In fact, most of them are tailored with the amateur in mind.Controlling the ballTo do this, one needs to have a partner and if not, a...more
We all know the importance of practice when it comes to perfecting our skills. This is very true when it comes to perfecting soccer skills. Kids are always looking for trying something new and would prefer to learn something new rather than the practice the skills taught already. However the key to perfecting those skills is regular practice and you must ensure that they practice previously taught skills on a regular basis.Keeping the kids from...more
All across the globe, numerous people in different places love soccer. Over the years, this amazing game of teamwork and skillfulness has certainly captured the attention and the hearts of many. So where does geometry enter the picture? Geometry, a mathematical subject area focusing on the study of shapes, sizes, measurements, and comparative standpoints of various figures, is actually considered a practical field that plays a major role in soccer. After all, those who are familiar with this particular sport know that it greatly involves shapes, areas, and measurements much more than the formations that the players apply.The Soccer FieldOne basic concept in geometry is symmetry or balance. If you examine various soccer fields, you will find that they are all marked evenly. What you find on one side is always replicated on the other. This is a literal representation of what is known as a level playing field.Fundamentally, the shape of a soccer field is rectangular. There are specific lengths that are expressed either in yards or meters in measuring the rectangle. Certainly, you will see that there are plenty of other shapes to find in this field--- the penalty area and penalty arc,...more
If youve been watching the European championships youre sure to have noticed the bright pink and white, blue and white or green and white boots that many of the international players are wearing. These boots are the newly released Euro 2012 versions of the Nike clash collection which are available to buy or order now through...more
One of the most significant aspects of soccer practice is that there are no rules that must be adhered to. You could try your hand at new and innovative ideas such as creating new drills or games. In addition, you could take advantage of drills that you already use and then modify them as you see fit. This allows you to create a soccer training...more
Soccer, or Association Football as it's properly called everywhere but the United States, is one of the most popular sports in the world for a good reason: it's very easy to learn and play. There are two teams, two goals, and one round ball. The point of the game is to kick the ball between the opposing team's goalposts. The rules are not complicated and this is why kids that are as young as four can understand and play the game, even thought there are some rules that are harder to understand, like the confusing offside's rule.Another big plus that soccer has over other sports is that you barely need any equipment to play the game. If you have a ball and two goals, which can be trees if you want, and shoes, then you can play the game. In some parts of the world where such equipment is not available, kids will make their own ball, play barefoot, and use rocks to mark off goals.The first thing that kids learn when figuring out how to play soccer is that you can't touch the ball with your hands. The great thing is you can use your feet, knees, chest, or head to control the ball. The only player on the soccer team allowed to touch the ball is the person who guards the goal, or the...more
While I may know nothing about you, I bet that everyone who has ever played soccer knows how important dribbling is; the same rule applies when it comes to soccer drills for kids. Dribbling is a skill that involves maneuvering the soccer ball in the...more
Soccer, or football as it is known every country but the United States, has a long and rich history that began somewhere in England back in the 1900s. While the sport is popular all over the world, the sport traces its' roots back to England, which...more
How to be a soccer trainerSoccer trainers cater to learners of various levels such as basic, intermediate and advanced. If you wish to become a good trainer, you should determine the level of training that could provide to learners. Before you start...more
As I started my research for this article I had no idea what I was going to find. I do not watch soccer and did not know that the field was called a pitch. When I heard about the odd name of a soccer field I got very interested in finding the answer...more
Soccer, or football as it is called in most countries, is arguably the most popular sport worldwide. The sport has its origin in England. It is a team sport played both at the national and club level and it usually provides a great spectacle for its...more
A U shaped open-ended frame in which a group of supporters of the frame sketch- the goal post and a cross associated pedestal items create a cross bar is known as a foldable soccer goal. The closing system of the foldable soccer goal covers precise...more