Don’t get caught up in the Fan Mentality

Don’t Get Caught up in the Fan Mentality Stop approaching soccer as a spectator! Each person involved has their own role: players play, coaches coach, administrators administrate, referees ref, parents parent, etc. ​ Know your role – You are a player, an athlete, a participant. This means you must think like a participant, not as…

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Jump Levels in Soccer

There is always another level in you no matter who you are. Whether you’re a freshman trying to break into the starting lineup or Lionel Messi, you have another level in you.My dad has always been my role model. When I was a kid my dad would always ask my brothers and I, what is…

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Predator VS Prey Mindset in soccer

You have a choice each moment on the pitch, in school and in life. Are you going to be the Predator or the Prey? When you think about the Animal Kingdom there are two types of animals: Predator animals and their Prey. There are key differences between these two types of animals.Prey animals have evolved…

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how to bounce back from a loss

  You are a human, you make mistakes. There is a simple but effective way to deal with ALL losses, errors, mistakes, etc: extract the lesson, commit the lesson to memory, forgive yourself, and move forward with confidence. It is important that you do not repeat your mistakes, so you should note your shortcomings and…

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top 10 worst phrases for a game

Top 10 Worst Thoughts Before Game Time   “I have to…” “I need to…” “I ought to…” “I should…” “I must…” “This is it OR This is everything..” “Do or die” “Make it or break it” “It’s now or never” “Don’t miss “OR “Don’t (anything)” All competitions and practices are important, but nothing is “special.”…

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