Posted by admin on January 13, 2012

Getting a Youth Soccer Team off the Ground

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While not as popular in the States as in certain European territories, soccer is still enjoyed by many people on the west coast. Maybe you were watching one of the many soccer sports channels on your directv washington service when you suddenly rediscovered your love of the sport. Ever find yourself enjoying a game of soccer on the television and wishing you could be a part of the action? Why not coach a youth soccer team?

Organizations like AYSO are always looking for qualified volunteers to head-up their many teams, but it isn’t as easy as you might think. You must have the patience and self-control not only to be a teacher but a leader when it comes to these children, and understanding the sport and the dynamics of coaching wouldn’t hurt either.

What about jerseys and other gear?

If you work with AYSO then there are typically plans to cover these expenses but there are also plenty of sports utility stores you can turn to, as well.

One of the important things to remember about coaching a youth soccer team is that it is very much a full-time job. You need to love working with children as much as you love soccer, but if you can manage to balance the two then coaching a team can be a rewarding experience – both for you and the kids.

Posted by admin on October 1, 2011

Teaching Fair Play And Sportsmanship To Our Youth

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Today with so many youth soccer leagues, and the sport becoming more popular in the US, many youth leagues are starting to teach kids the importance of sportsmanship, and playing the game in the right manner, in order to win, yet still be a classy player. Knowing the rules is one thing, but many youth leagues are now focusing and teaching the youth players, the importance of sportsmanship, and how to be a fair player in the game, and still being able to win in their matches. This is important so that when these young Read the rest of this entry »

Posted by admin on September 30, 2011

Teaching Kids The Rules Of Soccer

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Teaching kids the rules of soccer is not that easy. The most important rule that everyone follows and knows is that you are not allowed to use your hands to touch the ball intentionally unless you are the goalie. Most youth programs do not even have goalies, so this even makes it easier to remember. Another of the most important rules is how the ball gets played when it goes out of bounds. Basically, the team that does not Read the rest of this entry »

Posted by admin on September 27, 2011

Coaching In The Youth Soccer Leagues

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As a coach for a youth soccer league, having the skill set, the knowledge, and the right mannerisms to teach a younger audience, are all essential if you really want to be the best teacher, and to teach the young children the game the way it is meant to be learned. So, having the patience, the dedication, and the adaptability to be able to work with a younger crowd, especially of varying ages, is essential for a youth league soccer coach Read the rest of this entry »

Posted by admin on September 26, 2011

Learning To Be Healthy And Happy Soccer Players

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If you are a soccer enthusiast, and you want to begin at a young age, finding the right youth league to gain the skill, and the knowledge needed to become great in the game of soccer at an older age, is essential for the young soccer fan. So, not only will joining a youth soccer league give the young player a healthy start and the knowledge they need to become great players, but it is also a way for them to showcase their skills at a Read the rest of this entry »