by John | Jul 30, 2026
DEFENDING THROW-INS ©CoachingAmericanSoccer.com® Once the ball goes out of play over the sideline, throw-ins are usually taken relatively quickly by the opposing team. This usually involves a man-to-man approach, getting goal-side of the nearest opponent, and...
by John | May 14, 2026
INTRODUCTION TO SOCCER FOR PARENTS OF FIRST-TIME YOUTH PLAYERS ©CoachingAmericanSoccer.com® PowerPoint presentation slide deck in PDF format: Introduction to Soccer for Parents of First-Time Youth Players © John C. Harves
by John | May 13, 2026
SAMPLE SOCCER GAME DAY PROCEDURE (U7-U9) ©CoachingAmericanSoccer.com® The following sample soccer game day procedure is suggested for Under-7 (U7) to Under-9 (U9) recreational teams. It assumes that there will be quarter breaks to allow for water or substitutions. It...
by John | Apr 26, 2026
SOCCER DIAGRAMMING ©CoachingAmericanSoccer.com® Soccer coaches should use diagramming to enhance player understanding through visual learning. This allows them to grasp complex tactical, spatial, and positioning concepts faster than verbal instructions alone. Key...
by John | Mar 27, 2026
IFAB PREVIEW OF LAW CHANGES 2026/2027 ©CoachingAmericanSoccer.com® IFAB, February 28, 2026: “…At its 140th Annual General Meeting (AGM), The International Football Association Board (The IFAB) approved a set of measures designed to enhance match tempo and...
