by Coach Southerland | Sep 25, 2023 | Articles, College Station Soccer Club, Rules
Hello Soccer Parents, As your kids take to the pitch, their safety and the fairness of the game are paramount. Soccer, like any sport, has rules designed to protect players from harm, promote sportsmanship, and ensure a pleasant experience for all. One concept you may...
by Coach Southerland | Sep 21, 2023 | Articles, College Station Soccer Club, Training
Hello Team and Soccer Families, It’s Coach Mick here, and today, we’re diving into the world of soccer tactics. One of the fundamental concepts we’ve been discussing in training is the idea of “Expanding in Attack, Compressing in...
by Coach Southerland | Sep 21, 2023 | Articles, Coaching, Training
Soccer has a specialized set of terms and phrases that players often use on the field to communicate quickly and effectively. Here are some common ones: Basic Terms “Man On” – A warning that a player is approaching and about to challenge for the...
by Coach Southerland | Sep 20, 2023 | roster
Keeper (Marshall, Weston, Gavin) Field General: Direct defense positioning. Decision-maker: Play from the back or clear the ball based on opponent position. Goal Kicks Left Center Back (Adrian, Gavin) Initiate plays from the back. Stay back during attacking phase....
by Coach Southerland | Sep 18, 2023 | Articles, Rules
Hello Soccer Parents, We’ve all seen those heart-stopping moments in a game when the referee points to the penalty spot. As tension fills the air and the goalkeeper braces for what’s to come, you may find yourself wondering about the exact rules that...