U.S. SOCCER COACHING SYMPOSIUM SCHEDULED
U.S. SOCCER COACHING SYMPOSIUM TO BE STAGED FROM SEPT. 9-10 IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE U.S. MEN'S NATIONAL TEAM
WORLD CUP QUALIFYING GAME VS. TRINIDAD & TOBAGO IN CHICAGO
CHICAGO (Aug. 5, 2008) – U.S. Soccer’s Coaching Department will conduct a coaching symposium from Sept. 9-10 in conjunction with the U.S. Men’s National Team 2010 FIFA Men’s World Cup qualifying match against Trinidad & Tobago in Chicago. Soccer coaches around the nation will interact with some of the best minds in soccer as they discuss their World Cup experiences. 
FA - Football leagues ban for under-8s
The Football Association has banned competitive leagues and cups for boys and girls in the under-8 age group.
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U.S. SOCCER ADDS ADDITIONAL SUMMER NATIONAL COACHING SCHOOL
U.S. SOCCER ADDS ADDITIONAL SUMMER NATIONAL COACHING SCHOOL
FROM JUNE 21-29 IN MOUNT HERMON, MASS.
Don’t Miss the Opportunity to Earn a Nationally and FIFA Recognized License;
Learn From the Top National Coaches in the United States
CHICAGO (May 13, 2008) – U.S. Soccer has announced an additional coaching course site to be held June 21-29 at Northfield Mount Hermon School in Mount Hermon, Mass. The small preparatory school near the border of New Hampshire will conduct “A”, “B”, and “C” license courses. The newest addition will complete the courses offered in an already busy June.
Boy, 8, Dies In Freak Soccer Accident
KPHO.com http://www.kpho.com/news/16136449/detail.html
CPSC Warned Of Dangers In 1999
POSTED: 11:05 am MST May 2, 2008
UPDATED: 9:34 am MST May 3, 2008
*PHOENIX** -- *An 8-year-old boy has died of injuries suffered when a goal post fell on top of him at the South Mountain YMCA in Phoenix . Gabriel Mendoza died at St. Joseph 's Hospital within hours of the accident Thursday. Investigators said Mendoza was playing goalie and grabbed the overhead bar to swing from it when it came crashing down. The impact killed him. He was transported to the hospital where he died at about 6:30 p.m.
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NSCAA Algarve Cup Symposium Announced, March 2008
April Heinrichs, Former US National Team Head Coach
Dr. Colleen Hacker, USWNT Sports Psychology Consultant
Sue Ryan, NSCAA Academy Staff
Jeff Pill, US Soccer
Symposium Dates*
March 7- 13, 2008
2008 Champions Coaches' Clinic at Mohegan Sun Announced
Mark Ruest
NHSA Director of Coaching
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Dear Soccer Coach,
Please join us for the 2008 Soccer Champions Coaches' Clinic at Mohegan Sun, February 28 - March 1. We have a world-class group of presenters, Anson Dorrance, Preki, Emma Hayes, Charlie Cooke, Greg Dale, and Chris West among others. (we'll also be presenting). In addition, you can earn your E Certificate and become a NSCAA member* as part of your registration (*up to an $80 value - see website for details).
Our event brochure is being mailed shortly so we encourage you to register and make your hotel reservations as soon as possible as our room blocks fill quickly once the brochure is delivered. The Mohegan Sun Hotel room block is open for reservations as are blocks at the Microtel and the Courtyard by Marriott (see our website for details - these blocks sell-out so register today AND reserve your room early).
Register online or learn more at www.SoccerChampionsClinic.com. Call 860.674.1500 for special group rates (5 or more coaches).
Hope you'll join us!
Ray Reid and Tony DiCicco
USSF Coaching Symposium Offered - December 6-8
CHICAGO (November 15, 2007) – U.S. Soccer will host the seventh edition of the Nike Friendlies Coaching Symposium in conjunction with the 2007 Men’s Nike Friendlies taking place at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Fla., from Dec. 6-9. The symposium includes nightly presentations on Dec. 6-7, as well as a match analysis of a U.S. Under-17 Men’s National Team match on Dec. 8 at IMG Academy.
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Fox 25 News Report Video - Dangerous Soccer Goals
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US Youth Soccer Names John Ellinger Technical Director
US Youth Soccer Names John Ellinger Technical Director
Ellinger brings experience from MLS, NCAA, U.S. Soccer and US Youth Soccer to newly created position within largest youth sport organization
FRISCO, Texas (October 31, 2007) - The United States Youth Soccer Association (US Youth Soccer) announced today that the organization has named John Ellinger to the newly created position of Technical Director. The new position will head the US Youth Soccer Technical and Coaching Education Department and will be responsible for designing and systematically implementing player development and coaching education programs to improve the overall standard of play within the United States.
For more information go to www.usyouthsoccer.org
Soccer Safety A Priority After Child's Death
GERMANTOWN, Md. -- A child's death on a local soccer field is prompting national concern about soccer goal safety.
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Maryland State Youth Soccer Association Board Adopts New U12 Policy
For more information go to http://www.msysa.org/home/178467.html
Dallas Cup to Adjust Younger Age Groups
Renowned international event looks to set precedent in national youth tournaments
Small-Sided Games Resource Center [link]
FRISCO, TEXAS (March 26, 2007) – Today Dallas Cup, Inc. which sponsors the Dallas Cup international youth soccer tournament, announced that the Under-13 age group would be added to the event in 2008 and the Under-12 age group will be eliminated. The Dallas Cup Board of Directors decision supports the United States Youth Soccer (US Youth Soccer) Association’s recommendation that players in the Under-12 age group play small-sided games.
In August of 2003, US Youth Soccer’s State Associations approved changes to the Policy on Players and Playing Rules that affect the game for players under age 12. Current US Youth Soccer policies require that Under-10 teams and younger play games with not more than eight players per side. Although 11-a-side play is permitted, US Youth Soccer strongly recommends the 8v8 modified format for players under age 12.
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