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Soccer IQ: the habits behind good decisions on the field

Soccer IQ: The Habits Behind Good Decisions and How to Practice Them

— The Open Goaaal Editorial Team
Soccer IQ comes down to habits a young player can practice: scanning before the ball arrives, receiving side-on, finding angles and deciding fast. This guide pairs each habit with a backyard or practice game, from finger-count scanning to rondos and three-second shooting.
best smart soccer balls

7 of the Best Smart Soccer Balls to Improve at Home

— Coty Perry
While many parents and coaches have not recommended practicing soccer in the living room in the past, that mindset is now changing. A smart soccer ball allows players to practice...