Lakeville Soccer Club Coaching Newsletter June 2017
Lakeville Soccer Club Coaching Newsletter June 2017
I Love to Watch You Play This was a note sent to families from one of our In-House Coaches. Regardless of age and level-of-play, this is a great message for all coaches and spectators. Parents - I usually send this note out earlier, but figured it would be good prior to tonight's game since it will be my first with the girls. I am sure all of you have seen articles on parent interaction on sidelines and in the car ride home, but to reinforce that messaging I wanted to encourage you to use three words before whatever it is you might say in the games for the kids, "good, great, nice." Yes, those are positive words - but they are really designed to respond to a decision made by the children. "Good pass" is so much more effective for player learning than, "pass it!" When we tell the kids what to do, we take the game away from them. We take away opportunities to solve problems and figure things out for themselves. Yes, we help them avoid failure - but that is actually detrimental to long-term development and player enjoyment. I will encourage these kids to try whatever they want, and do so with a smile. If they fail - awesome. They will figure it out in time. This will not look like the adult version of soccer. There won't be much passing (if any). It will be 1v5 (opponents and teammates). Some kids will stand in the corner and avoid everything. Some kids will dominate the ball and score every time they get it - and never pass. That is also ok - and encouraged! Every child comes around at a different stage. Our job is to encourage and support and help them connect their smile with the ball so that they want to come back the next day. Thanks for your support - and for making the environment positive for the girls!
Contacts: Chad Moore Director of Coaching
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Three Nutrition Tips From An Expert Terry Jacoby US Youth Soccer Fuel Soccer April 2017 Issue
Molly Morgan, an Apalachin, N.Y. resident, is a nutrition consultant for professional sports teams as well as a published author. She offers three tips for a nutrition strategy for youth soccer players. 1. Refuel on the Go. “Smoothies can be a great addition to boost calories, nutrients and antioxidants. Plus they are great for a snack or with a meal,” Morgan said. “As with most things, not all smoothies are created equal, some smoothies made with a base of sugary syrups rather than fruit and vegetables. A quick tip before ordering smoothies at a restaurant: review on their website or ask for a list of ingredients. Think of smoothies made with a syrup base as just a treat and not necessarily a nutrient-rich option.”
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2. Mix Fiber, Protein and Healthy Fat. “When a smoothie includes fiber, protein and healthy fats, it will help to provide longer lasting energy and will be satisfying,” Morgan said. “Some food recommendations to rotate through adding to your smoothies include nut butters (adds healthy fat and protein), Greek yogurt or Icelandic yogurt (adds protein), omega-swirl flavored liquid fish or flax oils (adds healthy fats) and Chia seeds (adds healthy fats and fiber).” See US Youth Soccer Fuel Soccer Newsletter (April 2017 Issue) for the entire article.
June 8 time 6:50pm MNT v Trinidad & Tobago (WCQ) June 8 12:30pm WNT v Sweden June 11 12:00pm WNT v Norway June 11 time tbd MNT v Mexico (WCQ) July 1 3:45pm MNT v Ghana July 8 time tbd MNT v Panama (WCQ)
Coaching Education Lakeville Soccer Club coaching education sessions have been posted to the website. Please see Coaches > Education. Match Day Analysis (will take place during tournament games) June 16-18 (times tbd once schedule posted)
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