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Reviews of products, accessories, and resources for the soccer fan inside all of us.
- Top Story - January 2019
Meet FieldWiz: The Soccer Tracker That Helps Optimize Your Team's Performance
Over the past several years, the landscape of sports—both professionally and recreationally—has drastically changed. This can be attributed to two huge shifts in the culture: a new reliance upon analytics and data, and the corresponding technology that comes with it.
Connor BrightonPublished 5 years ago in Cleats The 10 Best Books for Fans of Women’s Soccer
While there is a plethora of soccer books on the market, the vast majority focus almost entirely on men's soccer. While women's soccer was organized much later on a national and international pitch, it has proven to be just as entertaining and inspiring as its counterpart. Its star players; like Mia Hamm, Abby Wambach, and Hope Solo; are certainly no less compelling. That's why books for fans of women's soccer provides readers unique insights onto these players and their journeys.
Joseph D. N. KendrickPublished 5 years ago in Cleats- Top Story - December 2018
The Best Gear for Playing Soccer in the Cold
A sport that is played all around the world, soccer has been played in many weather conditions, be it under hot summer sun or in the elements of winter. In fact, many soccer players prefer to play in cold weather as opposed to really hot weather. Though difficult to breathe in the cold, hot weather can be much more dangerous when intense cardio is performed. When temperatures drop, however, it’s important to wear the correct gear for playing soccer in the cold. How to choose soccer shin guards may still be a personal preference, but in order to stay warm while running up and down the field, players need the correct head, hand, body, and foot gear. The top brands like Under Armour, Adidas, and Nike have created clothing tailored specifically for these cold weather conditions.
Brad GouldPublished 5 years ago in Cleats Best Soccer Books for Kids
Soccer books can help young players learn more about the sport and increase their love for the game. These books tell stories about famous soccer stars such as Mia Hamm and Alex Morgan, who became legends that kids love to look up to for inspiration. A great soccer book for kids will not only teach children about the game, but there will also be a moral to the story, teaching them important life lessons as well.
Morgan E. WestlingPublished 5 years ago in CleatsBest Goalkeeper Gloves with Finger Protection
I have never seen a world-class goalkeeper make an astounding save without high end gloves, and I'm willing to guess you haven’t either.
David McClearyPublished 5 years ago in CleatsThe 10 Best Biographies About Female Soccer Players
Female soccer players are particularly interesting athletes to read about because they have struggled for so long to gain the same respect as male players. Biographies about female soccer players have popped up everywhere, especially in the United States, to tell the stories of how the US women’s soccer team bonded as a team, went to the World Cup, and ultimately, became victorious, not only in soccer, but also in their personal lives. Many soccer players will write a personalized book as a way for readers to hear their stories firsthand. These books are inspiring and they can teach us a lot about the players and the sport as a whole.
Morgan E. WestlingPublished 5 years ago in CleatsBest Soccer Autobiographies
Some of the best soccer autobiographies have been written not only by soccer players, but also by coaches and managers who have participated in this beautiful game and helped form the playing career of so many of the world’s most successful athletes. Soccer is one of the world’s most popular sports, and behind the scenes, there are many people who deal with contract negotiations, trades, and the logistics for each player. There is plenty of politics involved that fans of the sport almost never see. The best soccer books every fan must read and other football books give us knowledge on the life story of many players, as well as some intel into other aspects of the game.
Morgan E. WestlingPublished 5 years ago in Cleats11 Soccer Mom Necessities You Can't Live Without
You want to see your kids play their hearts out and have a good time, but you also want to be fully prepared for every contingency to make sure that they can get the best experience possible. Soccer moms don't just drive a minivan full of kids to practice and games—they have to have all the bases covered, from drinks and snacks to a change of clothes to a comfy chair for sitting back and enjoying the game. Some of the most important soccer mom necessities will help you give your kid, their team, and yourself the best experience possible.
Nicola P. YoungPublished 5 years ago in Cleats- Top Story - December 2018
The Ultimate Soccer Ball Guide
Believe it or not, there are a lot of different kinds of soccer balls out there. Some soccer balls are designed for street or urban settings, while others are best on an indoor turf field. Some balls have more or less air retention, or differ between latex bladders and butyl bladders. That's why soccer ball guides are so important for your gamplay. In order to cover the basics of all the different types of ball, from when and where they're used to how they're made, you need to be informed so that you can choose which ball will work best for you.
Connor BrightonPublished 5 years ago in Cleats How to Choose Soccer Shin Guards
Depending on your position, shin guards may seem like an absolute necessity or a simple nuisance. Nevertheless, many leagues and positions require players to wear this crucial piece of soccer gear, and for good reason. Shin guards are not just important for protecting the shin from serious bruising and damage, but also for absorbing some of the impact from the ball, which can cause injury to every part of the body—not just the shin. That said, there is a wide variety of shin guards out there, and knowing how to choose soccer shin guards that are right for you can be tricky. To that end, there are some especially vital considerations you should keep in mind when you’re setting out to protect your shins from the dangers of the game.
Nicola P. YoungPublished 5 years ago in CleatsThe 10 Best Soccer Balls for Beginners
The wrong ball can make your first day at soccer practice ten times harder. Learning to play soccer is a fantastic pursuit, but it's never easy to learn to play a new game. It's important to put yourself in the best position to succeed.
Brad GouldPublished 5 years ago in CleatsBest Shin Guards for Defenders
Great defenders alone can help keep their team's score closer linked to that of the opponents. In turn, this can help take off some of the pressure on the offense to score goals of their own.
David McClearyPublished 5 years ago in Cleats