For parents and coaches of young soccer players, it’s a common frustration: a child or team looks fantastic in training, showing off their skills, decision-making, and athleticism, but come game day, their performance dips. Inconsistent play can be discouraging for players and everyone involved in their development. The good
For aspiring soccer players in the U.S., earning a university sports scholarship isn’t just about securing a pathway to higher education—it’s often a stepping stone to a professional career. Several universities have gained reputations for developing elite talent that goes on to make significant impacts in
Securing a university soccer scholarship is the dream of many aspiring players, but the process is highly competitive, with universities across the globe seeking top talent. The question often arises: what exactly are coaches and scholarship committees looking for in players? While every program has its own criteria, certain qualities
What does it take to make an elite, world-class young player? Not just a skilled player, but the type of player who competes in top leagues across Europe and the US, and who beams with pride when they're asked to play with their country’s flag on their
Agility and balance are essential components of a football player's skill set, directly impacting performance on the field. Whether you're navigating through tight spaces, changing direction quickly, or maintaining stability during play, agility and balance play a crucial role. Training these skills alone can be highly
It's not a one-word answer. Screens are here to stay. It takes a tremendous amount of effort and discipline to remove them from young players' lives entirely. Instead, it's best to use them to give yourself a competitive advantage, not to distract you and set
A member inside our training app recently asked us: "How do you manage to turn when a defender is man marking you as a striker, and how do you know when you should be making runs? I constantly fear being offside so I'm always conscious of it
In the pro game, all body types are represented. Players who can make the most of their unique attributes are often the ones who perform best. Take a look at these 2 examples: Bernardo Silva - Height: 1.73M, Weight: 65KG Zlatan Ibrahimović - Height: 1.95M, Weight: 95KG Despite
Footwork is not a ‘nice to have’. It is completely mandatory for any player who wants to feel comfortable and confident on the ball. Neymar, Coutinho, Mahrez, Ronaldo. What unites all of these modern masters? They all built their early skills on the street football scene, where playing under pressure
If you have control of the ball, the opposing team doesn't. This sounds simple, but so many players overcomplicate it. Improve your dribbling, and you'll be able to keep possession of the ball and move play forward for your team. Dribbling in football involves controlling the
Our team have been asking the all-important question… who’s the biggest baller in the Euros 2024? By now, you know the level of detail we go into when it comes to analysing players 👀 It’s that fast footwork and dynamic play that we love… and especially if those skills
By Jack Downer AKA 'Street Panna', 2x Panna World Champion and Professional Coach. This guide is for ambitious football players who have the drive and determination to reach the elite level, but are confused about how exactly to get there. If that’s you, keep reading. You are