Don Garber is stepping down as MLS commissioner, but his influence over American soccer isn’t going anywhere. With Garber now taking on a new role as chair of U.S. Soccer’s Soccer Forward Foundation, we examine what the move means within the larger structure of the American game. For Gary, this isn’t about one appointment or […]

Personal training has exploded across American youth soccer. But does your kid actually need it? In Part Three of our series on what it takes to develop a soccer player, we examine the fifth component of player development: personal training. We break down what parents should look for in a trainer, why credentials and social […]

Mauricio Pochettino continues to say the things American soccer needs to hear. His latest comments go beyond talent and performance. Pochettino addresses mentality, professionalism, humility, and the danger of hyping young players before they’ve actually proven themselves at the highest levels. That brings us to Cavan Sullivan. He’s talented and playing well, but American soccer […]