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Soccer is played by more than 250 million people worldwide, making it the most popular sport on the planet. It's simple rules, and engaging gameplay are a natural draw for spectators of all ages. It's also known as "The Beautiful Game," a name popularized by one of the sport's greatest players, Pele. Find soccer leagues, tournaments, camps, and clinics. Improve your skills with tips, tricks, drills, and more.

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Getting started in soccer and wondering what all the different affiliates are? This article gives an overview of US Youth Soccer and what they do.

“Success is stumbling from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm” – Winston Churchill

Soccer players put so much time and energy into developing their technical skills and fitness levels yet virtually ignore the most powerful part of their body – their brain!

As youth sports prepares to return to play following Covid-19 lock-downs here are four key things young athletes can do prepare after such a long layoff

U.S. men’s national team programs have backslid dramatically

Former USWNT player Lori Lindsey talks Youth National Team talent identification

Pipeline SC, Baltimore Armour executive Santino Quaranta on youth development

Inside the Jefferson Cup’s acceptance and division placement process

What is bio-banding and what does it mean for soccer in the USA?

The cases for and against the U.S. Soccer Boys Development Academy

Is pay-to-play made worse by the professionalization of youth soccer in the USA?

Ever Wonder? by NBC Sports

Ever wonder what the difference is between a yellow card and red card? Former Premier League referee Mark Clattenburg explains.

Have you ever wondered what is considered a dive in soccer? Former Premier League referee Mark Clattenburg explains.

Have you ever wondered why the crest and nickname for Watford FC are not the same? Find out the interesting story behind it here.

Take a look at the history of soccer chants and the various purposes of them in today's game.

Have you ever wondered how fast the fastest recorded soccer shot was? Well, the answer is a whopping 131 mph, but how does that stack up against the other major sports?

In the latest ever wonder, take a look at how stoppage time is calculated by referees in soccer, including how goal celebrations get factored into those times.

Have you ever wondered how yellow and red cards originated? It starts with a heated match between England and Argentina.

Have you ever wondered how much a soccer player actually runs during a single match?

Have you ever wondered what is the most expensive trophy in sports? Well, the answer may surprise you.

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Find out more about why and how to incorporate free play and general movement back into your child’s life.

At home with a rambunctious toddler or preschooler? Here's how to exercise in a way that gets your heart pumping and helps run down their energy, too.

After navigating postponed and canceled seasons, administrators and coaches are now facing new obstacles as teams return to play.

Making it fun, is rule number one of keeping kids active.

Experts weigh in on whether ice baths can improve performance for athletes and regular fitness buffs.

When your athlete is recovering from a sports injury that’s keeping them from taking part in practice and play, proper nutrition becomes more critical than ever

Help foster a team culture that can help young athletes approach mental health safely and effectively

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What exactly is US Youth Soccer?

October 15, 2020

How Youth Soccer Players Can Use Failure to Propel their Performance

by Coach Gad Espinosa

September 27, 2020

How Los Angeles Became a Second Home to Olympic Soccer Player Alex Morgan

September 18, 2020

How Futsal Helped Christian Pulisic Excel in the Premier League

September 10, 2020

Soccer Parents: 4 Key Mindset Changes Your Youth Player Needs to Make ASAP

by Gad Espinosa

September 09, 2020

From Our Partner, SoccerWire

What exactly is US Youth Soccer?

October 15, 2020

How Youth Soccer Players Can Use Failure to Propel their Performance

September 27, 2020

Soccer Parents: 4 Key Mindset Changes Your Youth Player Needs to Make ASAP

September 09, 2020

4 Key Elements for a Healthy Return to Play in Youth Soccer

June 15, 2020

U.S. men’s national team programs have backslid dramatically

March 02, 2020

Former USWNT player Lori Lindsey talks Youth National Team talent identification

January 31, 2020

Pipeline SC, Baltimore Armour executive Santino Quaranta on youth development

January 28, 2020

Inside the Jefferson Cup’s acceptance and division placement process

January 21, 2020

What is bio-banding and what does it mean for soccer in the USA?

January 10, 2020

The cases for and against the U.S. Soccer Boys Development Academy

December 20, 2019

Is pay-to-play made worse by the professionalization of youth soccer in the USA?

December 13, 2019

Ever Wonder? by NBC Sports

Ever Wonder: Difference Between a Yellow Card, Red Card

December 23, 2018

Ever Wonder: What is Considered a Dive?

December 17, 2018

Ever Wonder: Why Do Watford's Crest, Nickname Differ?

December 18, 2017

Ever Wonder: Why Do Soccer Fans Sing?

July 06, 2017

Ever Wonder? What's the Fastest Soccer Shot on Record?

October 07, 2016

Ever Wonder? How is Stoppage Time Determined?

August 10, 2016

Ever Wonder? How Yellow and Red Cards in Soccer Originated?

March 04, 2016

Ever wonder? How Far do Soccer Players Run During a Match?

March 01, 2016

Ever Wonder? What is the Most Expensive Trophy in Sports?

February 09, 2016

Healthy at Home Articles

7 Ways to Make Family Sports Memories

October 18, 2020

Are Your Kids Outside Enough?

October 10, 2020

5 Ways Young Athletes Can Improve Their Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic

October 01, 2020