By Tony Earp Measuring SuccessThe success of a team or a player is normally measured by wins and losses. This is a very misleading way to measure whether a coach is doing a good job, a team is having success,...
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The Rift (Part 2 of 3)
By Tony Earp What is Best for a PlayerThis is one of the easiest things for a coach and parent to work together on, but it is probably the most common thing a coach and parent dispute. The coach has...
The Rift (Part 1 of 3)
By Tony EarpIf you are around youth soccer long enough, you will certainly hear a coach complain about a parent or a parent complain about a coach. This is not news and everyone has accepted this is a part of...
What Am I Teaching?
By Tony EarpA staple to all soccer training and helping players develop a comfort with the soccer ball is teaching fundamental foot skills and moves. These movements include foundation touches using the inside of the feet, pulling the ball, cutting...
Expectations
By Tony Earp When a new season approaches, we anxiously wonder what is in store for us as practices begins and games are scheduled. All parents want their child to have a successful season, and I think most would define...