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June 30, 2025 · 5 min read
Picture this: It’s the final session of a three-day training camp. The players are dragging their feet. One winces mid-sprint. Another yawns through warmups. As a coach or club leader, you’ve been here before—but how can you know if your players are truly overworked or just having an off day? New research from Portugal’s elite […]
Picture this: It’s the final session of a three-day training camp. The players are dragging their feet. One winces mid-sprint. Another yawns through warmups. As a coach or club leader, you’ve been here before—but how can you know if your players are truly overworked or just having an off day? New research from Portugal’s elite […]
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Imagine this: two talented kids try out for your U11 squad. One’s born in January, the other in December. Both are passionate, skilled, and driven. But a year’s difference at age 10 is huge. One is stronger, faster, taller. Guess who makes the team? If you said the January kid, you’re not alone. And that’s […]
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If you’ve been watching any of Club World Cup or the Gold Cup, you may have noticed hydration break–actual stops in the play to allow players to drink some water. So, heat’s a major concern thinking ahead to the World Cup next summer. Imagine lining up for kickoff, sweat already pouring, in a stadium where […]
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Picture this: it’s a Saturday morning youth match, and your star midfielder takes a hard bump to the head. They shake it off, say they’re fine, and keep playing. No one reports it—until symptoms show up hours later. For too many soccer players, that’s the norm. But new science says it doesn’t have to be. […]
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Soccer is more than just a game; it’s a way of life for millions. But as much as it brings joy and builds community, it also comes with risks, especially for young players. Recent research sheds light on how simple policy changes—like limiting headers in youth soccer—have significantly reduced concussion rates. This blog breaks down […]
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Imagine you’re a soccer parent: your child shows remarkable talent, scoring goals and making friends on the field. Their coach suggests they join a competitive league to take their skills to the next level. You’re thrilled—until you see the costs. Soccer cleats, uniforms, tournament fees, and travel expenses quickly pile up, leaving you wondering how […]
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Picture this: it’s the final minutes of a tightly contested match. Players are diving for headers, colliding mid-air, and pushing their limits. As a coach, parent, or club leader, you’re focused on the game’s outcome. But what about the unseen impacts on your players’ brains? New research reveals that repetitive, seemingly minor head impacts—called subconcussions—can […]
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Imagine a soccer match where the stakes go beyond trophies or league titles. What if the goal was to create a sense of belonging, reduce conflict, and offer a pathway to a brighter future? Soccer, a sport known for uniting communities worldwide, is making strides off the pitch in a surprising arena—prisons. A groundbreaking program […]
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U.S. Soccer has announced a significant update regarding player registration, providing clarity for parents, coaches, and league administrators. These changes, set to take effect over the next few years, aim to empower local organizations while ensuring a smooth transition. Here’s a summary of what you need to know. What’s Changing? Starting in the Fall 2026-2027 […]
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