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The Evolution Of The Soccer Coach. The 5 Qualities Needed To Survive.

October 28, 2008 by thomas karapatsos Leave a Comment

Over the years Soccer has evolved into a mass phenomenon. The game has changed significantly from the earlier days but the rules remain the same. In order for a coach or a player to succeed, he must be able to adopt to the changes and evolve with the Continue Reading

Kids Soccer: A New Definition Of Success

October 21, 2008 by thomas karapatsos 1 Comment

Adults are turning kids off soccer at an alarming rate. As already stated in earlier posts, the problems start with the imposition of an adult definition of "soccer success" which means winning. Do kids care about winning at a very young age. No they Continue Reading

Soccer Coaching Tips- The Children Are Not Little Adults.

October 13, 2008 by thomas karapatsos Leave a Comment

As I've stated before, coaching young children has little to do with winning. Coaching young players should be about organising the players for fun, learning and helping them to develop both as players and people. Do you think the children at a very Continue Reading

Soccer For Kids- How To Coach The Parents.

September 22, 2008 by thomas karapatsos 1 Comment

For a coach to be successful in Youth Soccer he must have the ability to work with parents. It is paramount to the success of the team that the parents on the sideline exhibit good behaviour and do not interfere with the coach or the team. The Continue Reading

Kids Soccer-Who Can Play The Game?

September 19, 2008 by thomas karapatsos Leave a Comment

The basic requirements for playing Soccer, especially at youth level are simple, a ball that bounces and a pair of legs that bend to chase the ball. Anyone that can fulfill the 2 requirements can start to play Soccer and the rest can be acquired Continue Reading

Soccer Coaching For Kids. What Makes A Good Soccer Coach?

September 17, 2008 by thomas karapatsos Leave a Comment

Many people believe that if you have played Soccer, that you are instantly qualified to coach soccer. This couldn't be further from the truth. It's like saying all great actors make great directors and that all students will one day make great Continue Reading

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