Every soccer tryout comes down to the same core question: what exactly are coaches scoring? Based on data from evaluations run across soccer clubs and associations, these eight categories make up the most common soccer scoring criteria coaches use to … Read More
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10 Offensive Soccer Drills to Improve Attacking Play
Scoring goals doesn’t happen by accident — it’s built through repetition, smart movement, and the right offensive soccer drills run consistently over a season. This list is designed to sharpen everything from first-touch finishing to combination play, giving coaches a … Read More
10 Defensive Soccer Drills to Build a Stronger Back Line
A team that can’t defend can’t win consistently, no matter how well it attacks. These defensive soccer drills are built around the core skills every solid defender needs — positioning, footwork, timing, and communication — so coaches can train a … Read More
How Can We Fix the U.S. Soccer System?
Problem #1: Money and Development Are Misaligned Pay-to-Play Is Pricing Kids Out In most of the world, a talented kid can be scouted into a professional academy for free. In the U.S., getting meaningful development usually means paying for it … Read More
World Cup Lessons for Youth Sports Clubs: What Coaches Can Learn From the World’s Biggest Stage
1. Early, Structured Development Wins 2. Bigger Stages Build Better Players This year’s expanded 48-team format gave more federations, and more players, a shot at the world stage than ever before. That expansion mirrors a lesson that applies just as … Read More
3 Storylines Defining the 2026 FIFA World Cup So Far
The group stage is in full swing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, our staff picks are on the clock, and the tournament has already delivered some chaos. Here’s the acutal 2026 FIFA World Cup storylines. TeamGenius 2026 FIFA World … Read More
2026 FIFA World Cup Preview: 48 Teams, 3 Nations, One Trophy
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is almost here — and it’s unlike anything we’ve seen before. For the first time in tournament history, 48 nations will compete across three host countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The opening match … Read More
TeamGenius and the Youth Premier Soccer League Partner to Improve Tryouts and Player Evaluations
New strategic partnership delivers the latest player evaluation technology to the YPSL and its member organizations. Minneapolis, MN, October 12, 2022, — TeamGenius, the leading provider of youth sports evaluation software, is pleased to announce its partnership with the Youth … Read More
Simplifying Player Evaluations with the TeamGenius + LeagueApps Integration
We sat down with Rick Rhone, Director of Operations at Southern MN Select Soccer Club, to discuss their experience using the LeagueApps integration for his club. And, also shared best practices along the way on how to get the most … Read More
Player Development with TeamGenius + Beyond Pulse
Andie Ostrowski, TeamGenius + Michael Sup, Beyond Pulse, sit down to talk about player development, feedback and analytics as it relates to keeping kids participating in youth soccer and growing their careers to their highest potential. Overview: Introduction Why this … Read More