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Soccer Is Always About The "You Show"

September 19, 2009 by thomas karapatsos Leave a Comment

When David Beckham was a teenager, did he really, really want to play soccer? Absolutely! Did 85% of teenagers that quit the game really, really want to play soccer? Probably not! So what's my point? In order to want something it's a good idea Continue Reading

Soccer: Speak Now Or Forever Hold Your Peace

August 28, 2009 by thomas karapatsos 6 Comments

I'm just here to have fun! I'm here to learn! I'm here to be the best! Every player that attends training has his own agenda and motives. A cross section of today's kids playing soccer would unearth several reasons why they participate. My Continue Reading

Soccer: Status Quo Or The Scientist, You Decide

August 21, 2009 by thomas karapatsos Leave a Comment

The coach yells at you and tells you to approach him. Your father screams from the grandstands instructing you on how to play. Rival supporters ridicule and taunt you. Sound familiar? Whether you play professionally or for fun, I‘d be very Continue Reading

Most Soccer Players Are Procrastinators. Are You One Of Them?

June 16, 2009 by thomas karapatsos Leave a Comment

Does anyone know the reason why we procrastinate? Thousands and thousands of soccer players around the world are doing it every day. A common fear that young players have is that of being judged. Procrastination is used as a refuge because it Continue Reading

Soccer Advice: Nothing is good or bad, but thinking makes it so

May 29, 2009 by thomas karapatsos Leave a Comment

Having played the game for over 30 years, yes I know, I’m getting old, something has become alarmingly obvious. Most player behavior is puzzling to the extent where you’re left scratching your head. Have you ever wondered why some players command Continue Reading

Soccer: The Magic Word, The Holy Grail And That Elusive Dream

May 24, 2009 by thomas karapatsos Leave a Comment

At dinner tables around the world, parents urge their children to train hard, work hard and even study hard. The advice they give their children is solid and is based on grit, hard work and preparation. This all sounds nice and simple in theory but Continue Reading

Soccer Success: That’s The Way The Ball Bounces

May 18, 2009 by thomas karapatsos Leave a Comment

Soccer players and coaches who struggle in the sport come from all ages, religions, social background and levels of education. But do you know what they all have in common? Don’t take offence to this if you’re one of them, but statistics, research Continue Reading

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