As another season of youth soccer comes to a close, it’s time to celebrate the achievements of players, coaches and their families. Here are a few ideas to host an end of season party that will keep the team spirit strong until the new season comes around. Try some soccer-themed games It’s party time, but … Read more
Playing soccer is a great way for older people to improve their cardiovascular function, body composition, and ability to carry out everyday tasks, according to researchers. Staying active is essential as you age, yet 28% of people aged 50 and above don’t regularly exercise. As soccer is one of the most popular sports in the world, … Read more
Every soccer player has his or her own fitness routine. It might consist of little more than a few stretches to keep your joints supple and a couple of laps of the park, or it might be a complex Ronaldo-style work out that takes several hours. That’s fine, no two people are the same and we all … Read more
Reloading during the game and at halftime with carbs, electrolytes, and fluids will not only get you through the rest of the game, but will help delay fatigue and with recovery, too. While ideal snack options include watermelon slices and fruit bars, many athletes may enjoy orange slices at halftime, too. However, the tradition of eating … Read more
An estimated 1.3 billion people (or one in six people worldwide) experience significant disability, according to the World Health Organization. With disability playing a major role in the lives of many, making accessibility a priority is essential in day-to-day life — including when out on the field. From the current adaptations out there to how coaches … Read more
Soccer is the fastest-growing sport in the United States, CNN reports. The number of soccer fans has increased by 52% since 2012, a growth that outpaces all other major American sports, including baseball, basketball, ice hockey, and American football. With soccer’s popularity only continuing to grow, we can naturally expect more players to take up the sport. … Read more
Nutrition is essential for supporting an athlete’s general health and training needs, notes Medical News Today. Hydration, caloric needs, and meal and snack timings are all important nutritional factors for athletes to consider, however, knowing what foods are best for game day — and when to eat them — can be overwhelming. From the role that … Read more
Soccer injuries are becoming more and more prevalent in the top leagues as fixture congestion puts strain on players. This is the case, too, in amateur leagues, with studies showing a rising level of emergency department admissions for soccer-related injuries across the country. As these admissions and injury rates rise, it has become obvious that lesser-known injuries are … Read more
The UEFA Europa League has been making a name in the world of football as a competing alternative to the UEFA Champions League, producing the same excitement and thrill for fans. It’s not just the title that the 48 teams competing are after; the team who takes home the title will also earn an automatic … Read more
Becoming a soccer star is the fruit of many years of hard work that commences in youth. Cristiano Ronaldo, for instance, started playing for Andorinha when he was just seven (his father was a kit man for the team!) and Benzema began his football career at Bron Terraillon SC at the age of eight. It is one … Read more