by Mark Zimmerman | Jul 10, 2014 | Professional, World Cup
This article by Brian Strauss of Planet Futbol on SI.com gives us a decent summary of Dutch Football over the last few years. Strauss points out that the Dutch are “renowned for their precision and comfort with the ball” and then goes on to say, correctly,...
by Mark Zimmerman | May 28, 2011 | Coaching, Junior Youth, Small-Sided Games, Training
From Coach Terry Michler… During the CBC Dutch Tour International Soccer Program recent spring trip to Holland (3-16 to 3-27, 2011), we paid a return visit to the professional club NEC Nijmegen, of the Dutch Eredivisie. We have met a wonderful man there named...
by Mark Zimmerman | May 9, 2011 | Coaching, Junior Youth, Senior Youth, Training
Most coaches say “I want to teach my players to love the game.” That’s an awesome goal, but how do you do that? First, you must know that you can’t “make” your players love soccer. Just like you can’t “make” someone love anything. As the coach, it may be better to...
by Mark Zimmerman | May 5, 2011 | Professional, Uncategorized, World Cup
Dutch Soccer Coach Frank De Boer talks with FIFA.com…… As the Amsterdam sun beats down on one of Ajax’s many pristine training pitches, ex-Netherlands defender Frank de Boer, complete with crossed arms and impenetrable stare, keeps a watchful eye on the...
by Mark Zimmerman | Apr 10, 2011 | Coaching, Junior Youth, Uncategorized
La Masia, aka La Cantera, the FC Barcelona Youth Academy has produced many great players including Xavi, Iniesta and Leo Messi, all three finalists (with Messi winning) for the Ballon d’Or. Interestingly, the Academy was begun by legendary Dutch Coach Rinus...
