Why Injuries Hold Soccer Players Back More Than We Think
For every coach or player out there, you know the moment—the heart-stopping second when a player hits the ground and grabs their knee. The tension on the field is palpable,… Read More
Category: health
Injury Prevention in Soccer: What Every Coach Needs to Know
One thing looms over every player and coach: injuries. Whether it’s a nagging hamstring strain or a season-ending ACL tear, injuries can sideline players, disrupt team dynamics, and, in some… Read More
How Anxiety Impacts Soccer Referees Under Pressure
When I eventually transition out of my current role as Intramural Coordinator at the club I’ve worked at, I often considered being a referee. Then I think to myself, “Why?”… Read More
Soccer May Not be Enough to Prevent Obesity
Soccer is often hailed as the ultimate youth sport. With its fast pace and reliance on teamwork, it seems like the perfect solution to keep kids active, healthy, and off… Read More
How Concussion Education Can Revolutionize Soccer Coaching
When was the last time you paused a game, not because of a sprain or a foul but because you noticed a player wasn’t quite right? Maybe they took a… Read More
Physical Fatigue and Its Impact on Players
Understanding how physical fatigue impacts performance is crucial for both coaches and players. A recent study sheds light on this intricate relationship, focusing on how acute physical fatigue influences peripheral… Read More
Recovery after ACL Reconstruction
In the world of soccer, where the thrill of a goal and the agony of defeat are part of the game, another drama unfolds quietly yet profoundly: the battle against… Read More
Don’t do bicycle kicks in beach soccer!
Not a full blog, but that’s where the most injuries are. “The most common location of the BK-related injury was the head/neck (68.7%), whereas the most common location of the… Read More
Caffeine and Soccer: Boost or Bust?
Whether it’s shaving a second off a sprint or perfecting the arc of a long pass, players and coaches are always looking for ways to enhance performance. One popular tool… Read More
Overcoming Pain: Insights for Soccer Coaching
Introduction In the world of sports, particularly soccer, injuries and pain are often seen as unavoidable hurdles. For young athletes, these experiences can be particularly challenging, impacting not only their… Read More