by Coach Southerland | Oct 16, 2023 | Articles, College Station Soccer Club, Defense, Training
Hello Team and Soccer Families, It’s Coach Mick checking in with some defensive tips. Sometimes, despite our best efforts in maintaining a solid team defense, you may find yourself facing an attacker one-on-one. It might sound daunting, but with the right...
by Coach Southerland | Jul 25, 2023 | 3-2-2, Articles, College Station Soccer Club, Defense
In a 3-2-2 formation, the strikers play an instrumental role in leading the team’s attack. The two forwards are the team’s primary goal threats and often the last line of engagement before the opposition’s goal. But being a striker in a 3-2-2...
by Coach Southerland | Jul 24, 2023 | 3-2-2, Articles, College Station Soccer Club, Defense
In a 3-2-2 formation, the three defenders – often comprising of two full-backs and a central defender or sweeper – form the bedrock of the team. Their main objective is to prevent the opposing team from scoring. However, the role of the defense goes far...
by Coach Southerland | Jul 19, 2023 | Articles, Defense, Training
Hey there, Team Strike parents! As we gear up for an exciting soccer season, I wanted to take a moment to explain the five principles of defense in soccer that our team will be focusing on. These principles are key to removing options and space from the opposing team...
by Coach Southerland | Jul 17, 2023 | Articles, College Station Soccer Club, Defense, Skills
Hey Team and Soccer Families, Coach Mick here again, today we’re going to delve into the world of defending, specifically mastering the one-on-one situation. A defender’s ability to handle 1v1 situations can be the difference between preventing a goal and watching the...
by Coach Southerland | Jul 9, 2023 | 3-2-2, Articles, Defense, Formations, Goalie
In a 3-2-2 formation, the goalkeeper is the last line of defense and a key player in the team’s overall strategy. Beyond the fundamental responsibility of preventing the opposition from scoring, goalkeepers in a 3-2-2 formation have several essential roles: 1....
