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• Integrating the Goalkeeper in a Team Training Session | Jan 31, 2013
  posted on: 1/31/13 | author: Giovanni Pacini, Goalkeeper Academy Staff
  

  Not every team is blessed with a goalkeeper coach, however armed with some fundamental knowledge, not only can the coach work with the goalkeeper on a one on one basis, but can do so in the realm of integrating other the players...+ More

• Alaska Signs on as an Official Education Partner | Jan 30, 2013
  posted on: 1/30/13 | author: NSCAA
  

  The Alaska Youth Soccer Association (AYSA) is the latest addition to the expanding network of NSCAA Official Educational Partners...+ More

• As Mechanical Engineer, Georgetown's Wiese Rolls the Dice on Coaching | Jan 30, 2013
  posted on: 1/30/13 | author: Dean Linke, @VoiceofNSCAA
  

  Brian Wiese could be building bridges instead of building winning soccer teams...+ More

• Flipping the Field by Academy Staff Instructor Vince Ganzberg | Jan 29, 2013
  posted on: 1/29/13 | author: Vince Ganzberg, Academy Staff Instructor
  

  Vince Ganzberg, NSCAA Academy Staff Instructor, presents a unique concept coaches can implement into their practices. Entitled "Flipping the Field," Ganzberg recommends using technology to enhance a players ability to learn...+ More

• Nominate your Winter and Spring Season Athletes for NSCAA Player of the Week | Jan 28, 2013
  posted on: 1/28/13 | author: NSCAA
  

  It's that time again to nominate your athletes for the NSCAA High School Player of the Week! It is great way to get them recognized on a national scale through the NSCAA. You can nominate them by simply filling out the online form and submitting a photo...+ More

• The 2013 NSCAA Convention – Portrait Of A Sport | Jan 28, 2013
  posted on: 1/28/13 | author: NSCAA
  

  The following is an exerpt from an article by The Original Winger covering the 2013 NSCAA Convention. Also included is other coverage about the most recent edition of "Soccer's Biggest Party...+ More

• Walsh Tips Her Hat to Trailblazers as She Becomes One in Her Own Right | Jan 24, 2013
  posted on: 1/24/13 | author: Dean Linke, @VoiceofNSCAA
  

  The past, present and future of women’s soccer in the United States has always been held in high regard. So, it was only fitting that the 2013 NSCAA Convention in Indianapolis would highlight many of the stars of women’s soccer...+ More

• Five Awarded NSCAA Letters of Commendation | Jan 22, 2013
  posted on: 1/22/13 | author: NSCAA
  

  (From L-R): NSCAA Immediate Past President Ralph Polson, Len Tsantiris, Dr...+ More

• 2013 Convention Concluded With Legends and Diplomas | Jan 19, 2013
  posted on: 1/19/13 | author: NSCAA
  

  One tweet sent early Saturday morning summed up the 2013 NSCAA Convention. I am constantly reminded why I love soccer…Thx @NSCAA for bringing old friends, teammates, coaches together to laugh and share...+ More

• Coaches Recognized by Peers as Coaches of the Year | Jan 18, 2013
  posted on: 1/18/13 | author: NSCAA
  

  A total of 23 head coaches and four assistant coaches have been honored by their peers for their accomplishments this past season...+ More

• Third day of Convention Continues to Impress Attendees | Jan 18, 2013
  posted on: 1/18/13 | author: NSCAA
  

  Friday may signal the beginning of the weekend to some, but in the soccer world, it was Day 3 of the World’s Largest Gathering of Soccer Coaches and Administrators. Sessions began at 9 a.m., with rave reviews about NSCAA Assistant DOCE Dr...+ More

• NSCAA Honors Those Who Honor the Game Through Writing | Jan 17, 2013
  posted on: 1/17/13 | author: NSCAA
  

  With the ever-rising popularity of the beautiful game called soccer, the NSCAA annually recognizes those who chronicle the sport’s personalities, problems, games and development. On Thursday, Jan...+ More

• 2013 Convention Continued Thursday Capped by Exhibit Hall Opening | Jan 17, 2013
  posted on: 1/17/13 | author: NSCAA
  

  Looking at the Thursday portion of the 2013 Convention could have overwhelmed some, but you can’t say that there wasn’t a little something for everyone...+ More

• Barker and Bate Sessions Signal Start of Soccer's Biggest Party | Jan 16, 2013
  posted on: 1/16/13 | author: NSCAA
  

  2013 Convention Coverage Homepage The 2013 edition of the NSCAA Convention kicked off Wednesday, Jan. 16 in Indianapolis and while the scheduled seem light, excitement was in the air...+ More

• Members of the U.S. National Teams Come Together at Convention | Jan 15, 2013
  posted on: 1/15/13 | author: NSCAA
  

  What were some of the memorable moments for some of the captains of the U.S...+ More

• Manchester City Football Academy Managing Director to Speak at Convention | Jan 11, 2013
  posted on: 1/11/13 | author: Dean Linke, @VoiceofNSCAA
  

  Man City’s Premier League Trophy Will Also Be In Indy Brian Marwood is a former England soccer star who has touched just about every aspect of the game...+ More

• UNC’s Crystal Dunn, Maryland’s Patrick Mullins Win Missouri Athletic Club’s Hermann Trophy | Jan 10, 2013
  posted on: 1/10/13 | author:
  

  The ACC Sweeps College Soccer’s Top Award ST. LOUIS (Jan...+ More

• Premier International Tours Bringing Inside Look at Ajax Style of Play to Indy | Jan 9, 2013
  posted on: 1/9/13 | author: Dean Linke, @VoiceofNSCAA
  

  Even the most novice soccer coach, player, fan or administrator has heard of Ajax, long considered one of the premier professional soccer teams of all-time. Ajax, it can be said, has set the bar for how to practice and play the game of soccer at every age level...+ More

• 2012 Boys High School Scholar All-West Region | Jan 9, 2013
  posted on: 1/9/13 | author: NSCAA
  

    Pos. Player School City and State D  Cole Bortz Colorado Academy Littleton, Colo...+ More

• 2012 Girls High School Scholar All-Central Region | Jan 9, 2013
  posted on: 1/9/13 | author: NSCAA
  

    Pos. Player School City and State M  Victoria Doss Carmel High School Carmel, Ind...+ More

• 2012 Girls High School Scholar All-East Region | Jan 9, 2013
  posted on: 1/9/13 | author: NSCAA
  

    Pos. Player School City and State K Katie Nickles Bethlehem Central High School Slingersland, N.Y...+ More

• 2012 Girls High School Scholar All-West Region | Jan 9, 2013
  posted on: 1/9/13 | author: NSCAA
  

    Pos. Player School City and State M  Jaden DeGracie Highland High School Mesa, Ariz...+ More

• The Missouri Athletic Club to Present College Soccer's Highest Award | Jan 8, 2013
  posted on: 1/8/13 | author:
  

  Mia Hamm Returns to the MAC as a Featured Speaker ST. LOUIS - Twenty years after Mia Hamm visited the Missouri Athletic Club to receive the Collegiate Soccer Player of the Year Award, one of the most famous soccer players in U.S...+ More

• Jim Lennox to Receive the Walt Chyzowych Award | Jan 7, 2013
  posted on: 1/7/13 | author: NSCAA
  

  The NSCAA Foundation, in conjunction with the Walt Chyzowych Fund, has named long time veteran coach Jim Lennox recipient of the prestigious Walt Chyzowych Award for Life Time Achievement for 2013...+ More

• Transform Your Field with Turf Conditioners | Jan 4, 2013
  posted on: 1/4/13 | author: Turface Athletics
  

  When applied properly to a soccer field, turf conditioners can transform the turf from ordinary to first class in any environment...+ More