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The Transition to 11v11

In the United States, the number of kids playing organized soccer has been on the decline for years. The decline has been especially steep among boys, with the number of boys playing soccer falling by nearly 30 percent since 2000. There are a number of factors that have contributed to this decline, including the rise…
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The Importance Of Communication In Coaching Youth Soccer

Introduction It is widely accepted that communication is important in all aspects of life. In soccer, the coach-player relationship is no different. How a coach communicates with his or her players can have a profound impact on their development both as soccer players and as people. In this article, we will discuss the importance of…
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Why Does Stretching Make You Sore?

Stretching is an important part of any fitness routine, but why does it make you so sore afterward? Stretching can cause various types of discomfort. The most common is delayed onset muscle soreness, or DOMS, caused by micro-tears in the muscles built up during a stretching session. This article will discuss the science behind why…
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Why Sprints Are Better Than Jogging

Sprints are a better alternative to jogging for a number of reasons. First, sprinting is a more efficient form of exercise compared to jogging. Sprinting is a high-intensity activity that burns more calories and improves cardiovascular health in a shorter amount of time. Second, sprinting builds more muscle and boosts metabolism. Sprinting is an anaerobic…
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The Key Principles Of Loading For Youth Baseball Players

How to Teach Youth Baseball to Load One of the key principles of hitting for youth baseball players is learning how to load. This simply means getting into the proper starting position before the pitcher throws the ball. Proper loading allows the hitter to generate maximum power and achieve peak performance. There are a few…
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The Similarities Between Baseball And Football Cleats

Introduction The purpose of this article is to compare and contrast the similarities between baseball and football cleats. In particular, we will be looking at the similarities between youth baseball and football cleats. Although both baseball and football are played with cleats, there are some significant differences between the two types of cleats. Are Youth…




