There R No Tactics Without Technique

Do you know what famous Coach said that? Well, quite an accurate statement.

So, are we working on player techniques? (Also known as skill.) No, not enough. We are confused. It is a shame, as working on skill is so easy. Your biggest challenge is to keep your skill training from getting boring.

We are getting there, as pockets of soccer coaches and soccer organizations and clubs have the right idea and want to do the right thing. (Develop player skill from a young age.).

Who are the best players in the world? Who are the most skilled players in the world? Brazilians, Argentinians, Spaniards to name a few. What do these kids have in common? Time on the streets playing soccer. No formal structure, but complete, pressure free, freedom to play. Add in a lot of playing and a culture that makes the game bigger than life and you have a great environment for development. It's easy to implement without adults. Throw in adults and coaches and we can stunt the kids growth.

Until they reach a certain age, where proper tactical and technical detail keeps these talents sharp and productive in organized play.

So. what are we to do? Let's make sure they get to play a lot and the freedom to try things while playing. Maybe even lopsiding the play to encourage more attacking play, success and skill.

Good Luck!

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