Archive for June, 2008

Do you think I can become a professional soccer player?

Sunday, June 29th, 2008
professional soccer
guguly asked:


I watch soccer every week. I am in a team and scored three goals in my first three games. Coaches are always talking about me and want me on their team. I’m 15 and dream of becoming a soccer player. I’m right now in Canada but born in Iran.

Pulling Off Soccer Moves

Sunday, June 29th, 2008
professional soccer
John Salmon asked:


Soccer is a sport with a long tradition and with many fans, who never lose a match when their favorite team is on the ground. soccer players have a lot of energy, flexibility, intelligence and dedication and that is how they manage to surprise us with their wonderful Thursday.

Soccer tricks are vital for soccer players since soccer is a sport that requires a lot of intelligence and imagination. The score is not as easy as some of you think May and it takes a lot of practice to learn to control the ball and deceive your opponent. soccer Players are never allowed to put their hands on the ball, limit itself to using their feet, heads and bodies as they play.

Soccer tricks can be practiced wherever you want as long as you have a ball. Some tips most popular around the world are freestyle tricks, but they are quite difficult to control and they require a lot of work. Air tricks are the first rounds of soccer that have been created, while tips stall is published shortly thereafter. Stall soccer tips are considered by many the most difficult, because soccer players must stop the ball and catch it without allowing it to hit the ground.

Soccer tricks that are very common are the foot stall, stall neck, head and chest stall to stall. To do these things, you must catch the ball on a certain part of his body and then knocking the ball into the mixture. Nevertheless, there are some tricks that do not involve kicking the ball, we must all do is to put the ball on a portion of his body and balance, there is as long as we can .

One interesting thing is the soccer Rabona or crossed the kick which appeared in the 1970’s. Today, there are players like Cristiano Ronaldo, Joe Cole, Roberto Baggio and others who perform this trick. The Rabona can be put into practice when crossing, crossing or shooting during a soccer match and it is moving up the kick with you, behind the feet. Soccer videos provide you with all these interesting things and they help you learn.

Soccer videos you can even help train and most of them show you in detail, step by step how these things are made. soccer players are not super heroes, but through training efforts, they managed to master these tricks that seems so difficult to do. Soccer videos also let you understand better what sport you’re watching soccer tricks. Thus, soccer players can acquire some basic skills and learn when to apply them.

Soccer videos contain many games to be practiced, tips and fitness exercises to help you stay fit. It is important to read these videos carefully and put into practice the things you need, if you want to improve your technique and your tricks soccer. Soccer videos will show you how to keep ball possession for a longer period of time, how your opponent’s dribble and even create opportunities that will allow you to score. The development of your skills is essential if you want to become a professional soccerer.

I need some good soccer goalie training tips?

Sunday, June 29th, 2008
soccer training
sq6 asked:


I play goalie for varsity at my school, and I need some good training techniques. Please don’t tell me about awareness, standing out of the net, etc. because I already know that. Thanks. Please help!

Soccer Jerseys

Saturday, June 28th, 2008
soccer
angel2008 asked:


 

Soccer uniforms are not simply a uniform for the team to wear while playing soccer. These soccer uniforms should be considered as important as the ball choice and the cleats, since a great deal of the player’s ability to give an optimal performance will depend on how their body is reacting to either the heat or to a cold chill. The correct selection of the soccer uniforms and most important of this is soccer jerseys, can enhance or detract from the team’s overall performance, and therefore deserves appropriate attention. Soccer jerseys show the teams’ love and enthusiasm towards their soccer game.

It’s plain and simple; the correct selection of soccer jerseys and soccer shorts enhances a team’s ability to perform better in the soccer playground. Mysocceruniform.com has led the way in the development of moisture management.  Moisture management fabrics grab sweat and move it away from the skin to help regulate body temperature. Soccer Jerseys, shorts and socks made with moisture management fabrics keep the player comfortable and dry.

The first choice for everyone is always going to be a soccer jersey from the famous stores. Before going to the store and buying the team jersey for a sky rocketing price, let’s have a look elsewhere and have price, quality and design comparisons on internet and then particularly.

As in the jersey and short manufacturing, polyester and its hybrid cousins stand out in performance and durability. When choosing soccer socks, look for the blend to list polyester first, or highest, among the named components. You will pay a bit more, sometimes double for soccer socks with a high polyester thread count, however choosing the better socks over those made of say, primarily acrylic, will pay off for you in happier player’s feet. In a game where feet are of supreme importance, it is wise to invest a bit in the proper care and comfort of them.

Wearing soccer jerseys similar to the ones worn by popular soccer players has emerged as a trend over a long time. With the growing enthusiasm for the sport, the wearing of soccer jerseys has become more of a fashion statement, especially among the college youth. The craze of wearing soccer jerseys, however, is not only limited to the youth, as people of all age groups have been seen happily sporting soccer jerseys at the various matches. It’s not only famous in youth rather kids, women are also addict of this.

In short, its smart to find out the latest design, the latest trends and the best price in town before leaping in to the soccer fever that has spread all over the world. So, speed up. Find the best soccer jersey shop on internet. Compare prices. Grab the best option. Wear it and cheer your favorite team.

Popular kinds of Soccer Jerseys

The soccer jersey collection includes a large range of brightly colored and vibrant soccer jerseys available in various styles. These soccer jerseys make a good fashion statement during the matches as well as for other sports events. Most soccer fans look forward to the jersey collections, which have short-sleeved T-shirts that can be worn in summer. These are comfortable and are available in a wide range of colors. Choose the best soccer jersey collection and support your team.

As well as these, throwback soccer jerseys have also become a major style statement as they imitate the most popular and greatly loved soccer stars, such as Maradona and Pele. The soccer jersey collection can also be found offering a good many options for soccer fans online.

Reason to wear soccer jerseys?

For a soccer team, it of course reflects their personality and identity. For the fans, to wear it is to support their teams. For the more patriotic lot, they wear soccer jerseys to root for their country in international games. Others wear them for their bright, radiant colors. These colors are easily identified amid the crowd, so from a distance, they can proclaim their admiration to their favorite players. Since there are a lot of soccer teams, some people collect their jerseys for fun too.

Pelotazo - Professional Soccer by ICS

Friday, June 27th, 2008
Hawkerofillusions asked:


Esto son clases de futbol profesional y no las del real madrid, sobre todo a la hora de chutar a la porteria o al camara… XD
Video grabado en la Universidad Politecnica de Cartagena durante las obras de reforma del Cuartel de Antigones.

Italian Soccer Training Camp

Friday, June 27th, 2008
torbz asked:


so this is why italians are so good…

History Of Soccer In The US

Wednesday, June 25th, 2008
professional soccer
Niv Orlian asked:


Although soccer is not THE sport in the US, the history of soccer in US is one of the longest around, right next to that of the English or the Scottish.

After the English set out to form a set of rules for the game of soccer, these were soon taken to the new World, where Americans learned to love this rising sport, right next to another game that grew strong roots in the US back then: baseball. Actually, the American Football Association is the second oldest sports league in America, after the Major League Baseball one.

Obviously, the history of soccer in US didn’t start with a professional league though (in terms of what we call professional today). The American Football Association, started out in 1884, was a semi-professional competition involving New England and some Midwest areas and it was a rather chaotic environment to play soccer in, but nevertheless it was there and progressing with each year.

A parallel soccer organization, the American Amateur Football Association was founded around the same time and the two coexisted until 1913, when they merged into the US Football Association, the first fully professional soccer organization throughout the history of soccer in the US.

The US football association (or USFA) was one of the first to join FIFA and as such, the United States team participated in the early World Cups, although the game was beginning to become outshined by baseball or basketball.

With American football also on the rise, the organization adopted a new name to avoid any confusion and called itself the US Soccer Football Association. However, the US soccer history would soon witness a new change in its governing body’s name in 1974, when the USSFA dropped “Football” from its tag and instead adopted the title of United States Soccer Federation, which is still used today.

So many will wonder, if the history of soccer in US starts out so early, how come soccer is not the main sport in USA? Well the truth is that the rather modest performances from the men’s national side early on in the 20th century, combined with the high rise of baseball, basketball, football and hockey, meant that the nation soon lost interest in soccer and since American kids had so many alternatives, soccer slowly went out of fashion.

However, with the increasingly good performances from the US men’s soccer team and the huge success of the women’s soccer team (who managed to bring in the first trophies in the history of soccer in US and is still one of the world powers in the game today), soccer is climbing back to its rightful place and with more and more American kids favoring it in school as a start-up sport, things look bright for the future of US soccer.

Why do the soccer moms have their childrens’ NAMES, their SCHOOL, and what TEAM they’re on?

Tuesday, June 24th, 2008
childrens soccer
B0FF0 asked:


And then they’re surprised when the children are stalked, or worse?
Proudly displayed on the back window of their MINIVANS……
Yes, people don’t think about this. Anyone could approach the child and start up a conversation, such as, “Hey Bobby! How’d we do at practice?” and that’s just the facts. We can’t all reside in gated communities where there is no crime. In my city, abductions are common enough to have Amber Alert signs on the freeways. So why give them an opening?
Sorry if I’ve offended anyone, but OUR sports moms ALL drine minivans. Of course, there is the occasional Hummer!
I meant “driVe”

How good must I be to become a professional soccer player?

Sunday, June 22nd, 2008
professional soccer
jenson_button_honda_racing asked:


I¨’m only 14 years old practice football in my town, and I’m one of the best in my team. It’s my dream to become a professional player!

Where are the better childrens’ soccer programs?

Friday, June 20th, 2008
childrens soccer
mambaice asked:


…In Dallas, TX. Specifically for two boys, aged 6 & 8, very competitive. Also wanted to know about track & field programs. Thanks!