Sprinting and Soccer Success
What separates a winning soccer team from the rest? While tactics, talent, and teamwork are critical, new research highlights another game-changer: how players move on the field. Beyond goals and… Read More
Author: Jon Scaccia
Getting Off the Couch.
Applications Imagine a group of middle-aged soccer fans, united not on the field but in their journey to better health. These fans, once united by their love for the game,… Read More
Mastering Penalty Kicks: Insights to Boost Your Game
Penalty kicks can define a match—just ask any player who’s had to face the pressure of that 12-yard shot. With nearly 78% of penalty kicks finding the net in professional… Read More
How Small-Sided Games Can Transform Your Team’s Tactics
Soccer is often called “the beautiful game” for its elegance, fluidity, and moments of sheer brilliance. But what if the secret to unlocking these magical moments lies not in flashy… Read More
The Equal Pay Goal: Lessons from Women’s Soccer Battles
For decades, women’s soccer has inspired fans with electrifying matches and fearless athletes. Yet behind the scenes, many players have fought a different kind of battle—one for fair pay. In… Read More
How Walking and Jogging Can Win Soccer Games
What if the secret to scoring that all-important goal wasn’t raw speed or flashy footwork, but something far more understated? Picture this: five minutes before the most pivotal moment of… Read More
Understanding Maltreatment in Soccer
Maltreatment in sports is an uncomfortable but necessary topic of conversation. For soccer players, coaches, and club managers alike, understanding maltreatment and its implications isn’t just theoretical—it’s about changing lives… Read More
How Data Revolutionizes Soccer Coaching
Imagine you’re a soccer coach preparing for a crucial match. You’ve analyzed your team’s strengths, but predicting the opponent’s tactics feels like guesswork. What if technology could provide precise predictions… Read More
The Power of Expected Goals (xG) in Soccer
Soccer fans, coaches, and players are constantly looking for ways to improve performance, whether it’s through better tactics, smarter training, or more precise statistics. One of the most powerful tools… Read More
US Soccer Delays School Year Adoption
In a leaked memo, US Soccer delayed the adoption of the controversial switch from birth to the school year. Such a decision will not come until the 2026-2027 season and… Read More