What Type of Soccer Draws Viewers?
As we get closer to Boxing Day, it’s worth looking at what makes some matches must-see TV while others barely register a blip. A recent study (will download a .pdf)… Read More
Why Soccer Referees Are Leaving—and How We Can Keep Them
Across the United States, referee shortages are putting youth and amateur soccer leagues in jeopardy. Despite the passion and commitment many referees bring to the game, an alarming number are… Read More
Soccer Coaching Preferences and the Path to Gender Equality
You’re a soccer club manager searching for the perfect coach to elevate your team. Credentials? Check. Experience? Top-notch. But one factor seems to overshadow all others—gender. Does it really matter… Read More
Mastering the Goalkeeper Position: Insights from Two Seasons of Research
Goalkeepers are often the unsung heroes, yet their unique demands and contributions to the game are frequently overlooked. Recent research analyzing two seasons of data from youth goalkeepers in Spain’s… Read More
Home vs. Away: What Soccer Coaches Can Learn from Guardiola’s Tactical Evolution
Pep’s not have the greatest year, but we shouldn’t throw away all the tactical prowess he has previously shown. very soccer coach has faced the question: Why does my team… Read More
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
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