Issues & Advice

Defense is hugely influenced by your ability to respond to the offensive player. Your goal is to keep your offensive player in front of you, as far away from the goal as possible. How is your defensive game? Do attackers with quick feet blow by you? Are you losing time on the field because you […]

Back in January, I emailed and called a bunch of the coaches I knew in men’s soccer to see if one of them would give me a shot. Not only did all of them turn me down, but most of them also told me that there was no way I was ever going to play […]

Being in a proper, balanced stance is vital. While every hitter’s stance may vary, generally try to stand with your feet shoulder width apart with your hands held comfortably around your back shoulder. Do you want an edge at the plate this baseball season? Here are 10 tips that will make you a better hitter.  […]

“It’ll help you understand if it’s a place you can see yourself at or not. Camp is a win-win situation for everyone involved and I highly recommend going to as many one-day and overnight camps as you can.” “The best way to get recruited is to attend that coach’s camp or clinic. As a college […]

And that’s when I began to believe that I could make this move work out. I thought, You can do this, Victor. Just believe in yourself, enjoy it and the rest will follow. My mother likes to tell the story about the day I was born, because she says she knew from that moment that […]

Pay attention to coaches: Everything that coaches say must be retained. If players can do what the coaches ask, that will prove solid worth and discipline. Trying out for a new team can be nerve racking. Practice, preparation and mentality play huge roles in tryout performances. Below are five tips that each player should put […]

Attending camps of different sports can also be a fun way to cross train and learn a new sport or skill while you’re staying in shape. At a recent United Soccer Coaches seminar in Kansas City, a panel of experts was gathered to discuss tips on what players could do mentally, physically and technically to prepare […]

The best scenario is a combination of talent and desire. Although having both talent and a strong work ethic is rare, these are the swimmers we see on top of the podiums throughout their high school, college and Olympic careers. We all have seen the naturally gifted kids at the pool. But what if our […]