Applying the Inverted U-Theory to Soccer
Within the context of soccer, each position on the field requires a specific set of skills, both physically and psychologically. When...
Why Soccer Coaches Must Understand Biomechanics
“Biomechanics is the science which applies the principles of mechanics to the unique study of how human beings move and to the athletes...
Positive and Negative Anxiety
“Under pressure you can perform fifteen percent better or worse.” – Scott Hamilton According to Williams (2010), “anxiety is negative in...
Drills vs Games
“Too many drills will kill the young players’ innate potential!” – Horst Wein The game of soccer is filled with continuous movement and...
Small-Sided Games in Zone 1
“The tragedy of coaching young players focuses on the fact that many coaches may know a lot about the game, but they don’t know their...
Performance and Arousal
“In a close game, I check my pulse. I know if it gets over one hundred, it’s going to affect my thinking.” – Phil Jackson Arousal, which...