The World Cup has come to its final moments of glory and disappointment with France playing Croatia for the title of “Best in the World.” Read our breakdown of crucial matchups and tactics leading to the match that will make or break many players’ childhood dreams of winning the World Cup.
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As the World Cup games become make or break the tactics are also changing. With no ties, Fairplay point interference, or second-class opposition these teams are ready for the world’s largest stage. Join us for our World Cup knockout round previewing tactics and matchups from each match in the round of 16.
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The World Cup took center stage this month as 32 teams squared off for world soccer supremacy. With the summer league break for Colorado youth soccer, many are taking this time to watch the world’s best compete. Many pundits and commentators will weigh in on what they think is causing teams to succeed or fail but what are they watching to decide if a player did well or played poorly? With every game having a minimum of 22 players on the field and only a few scoring goals, how do you know what to watch? Join us as we outline soccer watching tips and tricks for parents, players, and coaches.
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An educated starting position is vital to being a quality goalkeeper but what makes a good starting position? Coach Bump breaks down the steps needed to be ready for any shot, any time. Join us for Bump’s Basics to learn more about what it takes to improve your goalkeeping with techniques from Rapids Youth Soccer.
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Youth sports and clubs can often be characterized in the community by the parenting culture taking place. On the sidelines or at home, parents need to understand the immense impact they have on their player and team.
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Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer has been teaching the Whole-Part-Whole methodology for many years and it is now being mirrored by U.S. Soccer as a way to further develop players at all levels of the game.
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We are very proud of the positive culture within our club, both on and off the field. We truly believe that the culture of our club is core to our foundation when working to become the best club in Colorado and the nation. Positive soccer culture extends beyond the team and into the commitment our families on the sidelines make to show support for our players in an appropriate way.
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The Importance of Watching Soccer for Youth Players Posted by: Mark Cromie | U11-U12 Boys Director of Coaching According to the Social Science Research Network, approximately 65% of the population are…
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A Case for the Long Term Player Development Environment Posted by: Brian P. Kelly | U9-U10 Girls Programs Director It is common to hear terms such as Long Term Player Development (LTPD)…
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It is so important as parents to support our kids in their dreams and desires. Furthermore, we also need to be realistic about the trajectory of their journey. The statistical…
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