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Category Archives: Training

Penalty Kicks

12-May-06

In advance of the District playoffs that open Saturday, I thought I’d drop this scientific nugget on you. Shoot high! Does anyone recognize this shot? Need a hint? The shooter is well known for his ponytail. It’s from the 1994 World Cup and the game is being played in the [...]

World Cup 2006 Roster

03-May-06

The lineup has been announced. Check out the article on ESPN Soccernet for plenty of details but here are a few highlights:
Among the newcomers are forward Eddie Johnson; midfielders Bobby Convey, Clint Dempsey and Ben Olsen; defenders Jimmy Conrad, Carlos Bocanegra, Cory Gibbs and Oguchi Onyewu; and goalkeepers Marcus Hahnemann and Tim Howard. [...]

Keys For Players To An Effective Soccer Tournament

07-Apr-06

I am proud to introduce my newest contributor. Brian Bounds, who provides soccer (futbol) specific physical training, including speed and muscle power. Brian has some important tips for players facing several games in a short period of time. Especially timely with the Kickapoo Shootout beginning this afternoon. Take it away Brian… [...]

Put Down the Gatorade

18-Mar-06

For those who may have missed this one on NPR Wednesday morning…
It looks like the sports energy drink Gatorade has some big competition — from a cow. Indiana University researchers found chocolate milk — with its protein, amino acids and carbohydrates — worked best to re-invigorate athletes. The study showed that cyclists who [...]

4-5-1 at Arsenal

10-Mar-06

On the heels of Arsenal’s move to the Quarterfinals of the Champions League yesterday (the only English team to move on) here is a nice explanation of Arsene Wenger’s tactics

Set Pieces: Zone or Man-to-Man

08-Feb-06

I enjoyed this article following the most recent Liverpool vs Chelsea match on the Zone defense that the Red’s use on set pieces near their goal. I would lean towards the Zone model if I felt the kids were bright enough to deliver on it’s promise of improving the odds.