News - May 2012

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• A View from the Goal with an MLS Veteran: Top 3 Lessons Learned | May 31, 2012
  posted on: 5/31/12 | author:
  

  Joe Cannon has over a decade of soccer experience at the professional level. As a goalkeeper, his resume includes stints with Major League Soccer teams such as the San Jose Earthquakes, Colorado Rapids and Los Angeles Galaxy...+ More

• The true student and teacher can learn from every situation | May 30, 2012
  posted on: 5/30/12 | author: NSCAA
  

    “A coach should first and foremost be humble – no one owes you anything; you’re a teacher and an example to all those who see you on and off the pitch. Without true humility, you can't grow as a coach...+ More

• NSCAA DOCE Ian Barker’s Favorite Practice Plan for the Midfield | May 29, 2012
  posted on: 5/29/12 | author: Kellie Donnelly
  

    On a regular basis, NSCAA will feature an article or practice plan from the Resource Library. To have your Resource Library upload featured on NSCAA.com contact Chris Burt at cburt@nscaa.com...+ More

• NSCAA Announces NorCal as an Official Education Partner | May 25, 2012
  posted on: 5/25/12 | author: Kellie Donnelly
  

  The National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) is pleased to announce NorCal Premier Soccer League as an Official Education Partner...+ More

• AYSA Becomes NSCAA Member Club | May 24, 2012
  posted on: 5/24/12 | author: NSCAA
  

  The National Soccer Coaches Association of America is proud to announce the addition of Alaska Youth Soccer to its Member Club program making them the first state association to join the program...+ More

• They look to me to teach them how to become better players | May 23, 2012
  posted on: 5/23/12 | author: NSCAA
  

  Kenny began playing soccer while in the Marine Corps in 1996.  He then became a player-coach in 2001 and, consequently, started coaching youth soccer in 2003...+ More

• North Carolina State University selects Mondoturf FTS3 artificial turf system for new soccer practice field | May 22, 2012
  posted on: 5/22/12 | author:
  

    RALEIGH, N.C., May 22, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Building an NCAA champion soccer program takes teamwork, great players and savvy coaches...+ More

• Recognizing Chelsea's Win with Five Favorite Practices from UEFA | May 21, 2012
  posted on: 5/21/12 | author:
  

    On a regular basis, NSCAA will feature an article or practice plan from the Resource Library. To have your Resource Library upload featured on NSCAA.com contact Chris Burt at cburt@nscaa.com...+ More

• NSCAA High School Senior Excellence Award | May 21, 2012
  posted on: 5/21/12 | author: NSCAA
  

  As the 2011-2012 high school soccer seasons come to a close, the National Soccer Coaches Association of America would like to continue to recognize excellence in soccer, academics and service to the game through the NSCAA High School Senior Excellence Award...+ More

• Save the Date for the 2013 NSCAA Convention in Indianapolis! | May 18, 2012
  posted on: 5/18/12 | author:
  

  It’s time to mark your calendars for January 16-20 and save the date to join us at “The World’s Largest Annual Gathering of Soccer Coaches and Administrators...+ More

• NSCAA Launches Online Resource Library | May 17, 2012
  posted on: 5/17/12 | author: NSCAA
  

    The National Soccer Coaches Association of America is pleased to announce the launch of an Online Resource Library exclusive to NSCAA member coaches as a benefit of membership...+ More

• Christian Fletcher on the challenges and rewards of coaching | May 15, 2012
  posted on: 5/15/12 | author: Kellie Donnelly
  

    “Trying to bring the love of soccer to the rural areas where baseball and football are number 1 can be difficult...+ More

• Green Hope and Lambert hold the nation's top spots after posting spotless 22 and 21 win records | May 15, 2012
  posted on: 5/15/12 | author: NSCAA
  

  Girls Green Hope High School in Cary, N.C. held onto the top spot for the fourth week in a row in the spring high school national rankings. The Falcons won another six straight to bring their overall record to a perfect 22-0-0...+ More

• Become a Site Coordinator and better your community's soccer environment | May 14, 2012
  posted on: 5/14/12 | author: NSCAA
  

    The National Coaches Association of America offers a variety of ways for individuals to get involved. One of those is to bring NSCAA courses to your area and better your community’s soccer environment by becoming a Site Coordinator...+ More

• Morocco Sports Envoy Encouraging the Next Generation of Women's Soccer Coaches | May 11, 2012
  posted on: 5/11/12 | author: Women's Committee
  

  The National Soccer Coaches Association of America always encourages its members to Learn. Participate. Belong...+ More

• Meet the Staff: Elmhurst University, National and Advanced National Diplomas! | May 9, 2012
  posted on: 5/9/12 | author: NSCAA
  

    Each summer, the National Soccer Coaches Association of America  features 6-8 college campuses where we offer the residential National, Advanced National and Premier Diploma courses of our Coaching Academy...+ More

• Making it Easier for You to Engage with the NSCAA! | May 8, 2012
  posted on: 5/8/12 | author: NSCAA
  

  At the National Soccer Coaches Association of America, we are always looking for ways to make your participation in our coaching education program easier, more accessible and most importantly, more enjoyable...+ More

• Indiana Soccer Announces the Commissioner for the Expanded Indiana Soccer League (ISL) | May 8, 2012
  posted on: 5/8/12 | author: NSCAA
  

  Indiana Soccer is proud to announce that George Perry has accepted the position of ISL Commissioner. Indiana Soccer’s planned expansion of its state league from 200 teams to over 1,000 teams in the fall of 2012, required a uniquely experienced...+ More

• NSCAA Member Discount on The Provelop Profile | May 7, 2012
  posted on: 5/7/12 | author: NSCAA
  

    Provelop, the Official Neuroscience Conditioning Partner of the National Soccer Coaches Association of America is happy to offer a discount rate to NSCAA member coaches and their players for their online assessment tool, the Provelop Profile...+ More

• The Miller Bugliari Fund | May 7, 2012
  posted on: 5/7/12 | author: NSCAA Foundation
  

    The NSCAA Foundation—charitable arm of the National Soccer Coaches Association of America—has established and is seeking contributions toward a permanently-endowed fund in honor of Miller Bugliari—Boys Soccer Coach at The Pingry...+ More

• May/June 2012 Soccer Journal | May 7, 2012
  posted on: 5/7/12 | author: NSCAA
  

  The National Soccer Coaches Association of America May/June 2012 issue of Soccer Journal is arriving at homes and offices this week...+ More

• NSCAA Partners with League Managers Association | May 3, 2012
  posted on: 5/3/12 | author: NSCAA
  

    The National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) has partnered with the LMA – The League Managers Association in England –  to provide access to two world recognized e-learning courses at discounted prices for NSCAA members...+ More

• National Soccer Coaches Association of America announces launch of Club Standards Project | May 1, 2012
  posted on: 5/1/12 | author: NSCAA
  

    NSCAA has launched an evaluative process focusing on youth soccer organizations that is designed to raise the standards and expectations for coach and player development...+ More

• Coaching isn't a job or a hobby, it's a way of life | May 1, 2012
  posted on: 5/1/12 | author: Kellie Donnelly
  

  “I’m a coach because… to teach a child and see them learn is amazing.  Coaching has also opened my eyes to the idea of becoming a teacher in the classroom as well as on the field...+ More