Remember, do the right soccer skills training – not just any training. Still, 10-15 is young and many don’t show their athletic potential until 9th grade. Otherwise, when the big or fast kid builds their skill, the smaller player will struggle (unless they have good enough skill that the size or speed doesn’t affect them). Players who are smaller but more skilled have to become even more skilled! I’ve seen a lot of average pros in terms of athleticism, but next level mindset and proper skill. College and especially pro is when it comes down to mentality and skill. The older you get, the more you’ll see that good skill outweighs speed. Those who are really good with the ball, but slow might still struggle between ages 10-16. Players who are already more skilled are either the natural ones (very few) and the ones who put in the work with the ball. This way they don’t get the attitude of ‘O I already know this’. Teaching kids why we work on certain things is important. We’ve worked together for 6 years, so his hard work shows… His mindset is on another level, knowing you have to want to master the craft. Some might think this skill is natural to be this good… Video below you’ll see a good 1st touch drill with an 11 year old player with good skill. If you search for soccer drills on YouTube, you’ll see tons of cone drills. These soccer skills training methods need to be worked on a lot to become smooth. There are certain drills and methods that are best for all ages. Whereas older players think they know everything:) Certain soccer drills work way better than others Mentally it’s important to learn younger because players believe and trust parents/coaches so much. They are old enough to almost do anything you show them and their attitude is so positive. These are the 3 optimal years to begin soccer skills training. Developmentally speaking, getting good soccer skills training at ages 9-11 is so helpful.

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