by John | Apr 19, 2025
THE “MAGIC HOP” INSTRUCTION AND DRILL CoachingAmericanSoccer.com® The following is a step-by-step method for teaching the “magic hop,” a common skill professionals use, especially when receiving a ball. This combination instruction and drill is designed for youth....
by John | Apr 7, 2025
ADVANCED TWO-PLAYER, PARTNER-ASSISTED SOCCER STRENGTHENING EXERCISES CoachingAmericanSoccer.com® Advanced, on-field, strengthening exercises for soccer players may use a partner to provide weight, isometric resistance, or stability. Players should be paired as close...
by John | Mar 31, 2025
Receiving/Controlling/Chipping Technical Session for Advanced Soccer Players CoachingAmericanSoccer.com® This session is all about ball control, progressing from juggling to a “three-touch drill.” The three-touch drill gives players a method to work on: 1.) their...
by John | Mar 22, 2025
CHANGES TO THE LAWS OF THE GAME 2025/2026 CoachingAmericanSoccer.com® In summary, for the 2025/2026 season, the IFAB has implemented a change to the Laws of the Game where goalkeepers who hold on to the ball for longer than eight seconds will concede a corner kick for...
by John | Mar 2, 2025
Two-Player Partner Assisted Static Stretches © CoachingAmericanSoccer.com® Partner-assisted static stretching for soccer is a powerful and effective method for enhancing flexibility beyond solo stretching. Whereas, in single-player stretching, individuals are limited...
