5/13/09

Pressure vs. No Pressure

As coaches we have been trained to get pressure on the ball. We often see a defensive player attacking their opponent (who has possession of the ball) without any other consideration. Sometimes we call for pressure because it has been drilled into us. But, at times, staying connected to your team is more important than pressure on the ball.

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Dallas, Texas, United States
Born and raised in Houston, Texas. Resident of Dallas Area for 20+ years. German decent. Former journeyman pro soccer player. Former collegiate player. U.S.S.F Regional Youth Pool player. Coaching Background: Recreational, Youth, Club, High School, College, Semi-Pro, Girls, Boys, Women, Men. Accomplishments include 1 Boy's USYSA Regional Championship, 2 Boys, USYSA North Texas State Championships, 1 UIL 5A Girls High School State Championship. Son of Don and Rosemarie Elder. Brother of Robert and Doug Elder. Husband of Susan Elder. Father of Jeremy James Elder and Christine Marie Elder.

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