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 | Nov 8, 2010 | Coaching, Junior Youth, Professional, Senior Youth, Small-Sided Games, Training
Interesting article from the NY Times about the Ajax Youth Academy in Holland. Gives an inside look at the “how” and “why” it is able to develop world-class players. It also compares it to the approach of other countries including the U.S. More...
by Mark Zimmerman | Sep 20, 2010 | Coaching, Junior Youth, Senior Youth, Training
I first heard of the “Dutch Style” of training from a fellow coach. At the time, although I had played soccer for over 30 years, I was just beginning to learn how to coach the game. Searching for the best methods available I began to build my book and DVD library....
