What did you see?
As a coach, I often see players make what appear to be poor decisions – playing or passing into pressure, standing next to a teammate,… Read More »What did you see?
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Don’t hate the player, hate the game
In executing a training session, I typically have an idea in mind of the outcomes I am working toward – particularly in regards to the… Read More »Don’t hate the player, hate the game
Inter Milan 5v5+2 bumper game
At the recent NorCal Premier coaching symposium, coaches from the Inter Milan academy demonstrated a progression of rondos and positional game play activities. The 5v5+2… Read More »Inter Milan 5v5+2 bumper game
Developing dynamic technical training activities
When working with grassroots coaches, especially coaches who are developing basic technical skills with their young players, I often observe the use of drills that… Read More »Developing dynamic technical training activities
Clarifying goals and non-goals for a club program
As part of fleshing out the curriculum for the UC Premier 7v7 and 9v9 age groups, I had to think carefully about the fundamental principles… Read More »Clarifying goals and non-goals for a club program
Teachers, students, classrooms, and exams
Everyone has a set of values that are non-negotiable. My beliefs around the relationship between coaches and players are part of my non-negotiable values. The… Read More »Teachers, students, classrooms, and exams
A reflection on curriculum development
As part of my role with UC Premier, I have been working on a club curriculum for the U9-U12 age groups. Newberry (2014) described a… Read More »A reflection on curriculum development
Baby steps toward the theory of nonlinear pedagogy
Travel has been the best time for me to catch up on reading material. I have a habit of stockpiling books and articles that are… Read More »Baby steps toward the theory of nonlinear pedagogy
Observations on futsal as a development platform for soccer
The use of small-sided games (SSGs) has become popular as a mechanism for creating an environment that develops physical, psychological, technical, and tactical abilities. As… Read More »Observations on futsal as a development platform for soccer