United Soccer Coaches

Strong programs are built by strong staffs.

College Services extends benefits beyond the head coach through discounted memberships for assistant coaches and staff members.
That means more access to:
✅ Education
✅ Networking
✅ Professional development
✅ Coaching resources

Investing in your staff is investing in your program.

Week 5 | Change of Direction

• Why change of direction is essential in Soccer
• 5 essential lateral movement techniques you need in todays modern fast paced football!

Coach Carsten will show you effective ways to enhance lateral agility, ensuring safer and faster movements for players, and reducing injury risks. Featuring practical drills for improving breaking with the correct foot and coordination exercises, these methods are vital in modern football. Discover drills for warm-ups and specialized sessions, focusing on coordination, acceleration, and strength in lateral movements.

🎥 Watch now: https://youtu.be/7ZFlZfEg3jg

A new season is around the corner...

United Soccer Coaches members can now read the 2026 Pre-Season Soccer Journal online through the Member Portal, giving you early access to coaching insights, practical ideas, and stories to help you prepare for the months ahead.

The print edition will begin arriving in mailboxes August 1, but your member benefit means you can start reading today. ⚽

🌟 High School All-America Honors Are Here! ⚽️

We’re proud to recognize the nation’s top-performing student-athletes with the 2025-26 United Soccer Coaches High School Winter/Spring All-America honors!

These standout players represent excellence on the field, leadership in their programs, and a passion for the game that inspires us all.

📢 View the full list of All-Americans - https://bit.ly/4vkYdXO

Introducing the official 2027 United Soccer Coaches Convention show look. ⚽

Inspired by the traditions of our association, the character of Kansas City, and the game that brings us together, the KC27 identity celebrates our legacy through a timeless, soccer-first design.

Rooted in tradition. Built on the game.

We look forward to welcoming you to Kansas City for the 2027 United Soccer Coaches Convention.

Kansas City, Missouri - January 20–23, 2027

As we celebrate our 85th Anniversary, we look back at the leaders who guided the association through the 1980s—a decade that saw soccer's popularity surge across the United States, continued expansion of coaching education, and growing opportunities at the youth, high school, collegiate, and professional levels.

1980–81 – Robert Nye, College of Wooster (Ohio)
1982–83 – Tim Schum, Binghamton University (N.Y.)
1984–85 – Thomas Fleck, Florida State Youth Soccer Association
1986–87 – Joe Morrone, University of Connecticut
1988–89 – William Holleman, Lovett School (Ga.)

Throughout the 1980s, these presidents helped guide the association through a period of opportunity and change, strengthening its commitment to serving coaches at every level of the game. Their leadership expanded educational resources, fostered a stronger coaching community, and positioned the association for continued success in the decades that followed.

Great coaches learn from other great coaches.

College Services members gain access to a dedicated college coaching network through divisional listservs and Coaching Communities.

Need help scheduling?
Looking for ideas?
Seeking advice from peers?

The college coaching community is one of the most valuable resources available.

You're never coaching alone.

Week 4 | Foot Activation: The Missing Link

• Why the foot is the foundation of speed
• 5 min activation routine before training/matches
• Including Link to eBook “Foot like in FOOTball”

In this video Coach Carsten explains how activating and strengthening the feet improves ground contact, coordination, and force transfer — creating the foundation for faster acceleration, sharper changes of direction, and more efficient movement on the pitch.

🎥 Watch now: https://youtu.be/g1MyAQ_j0JM

Happy Fourth of July from United Soccer Coaches! 🎆

Today, we celebrate the spirit of independence, teamwork, and community that brings us together on and off the field.

As we gather with family and friends, we're grateful for the coaches, players, officials, and supporters who help grow the game across the country every day.

Wishing everyone a safe, happy, and memorable July 4th!

🚨Last Chance for Advanced Coach Education This Summer!

There's still time to elevate your coaching and earn your next United Soccer Coaches diploma this summer—but don't wait. Registration is filling up, and course calls begin next week.

Upcoming Courses:
📍Advanced National & Premier Diplomas
July 15–18, 2026 | Hockessin, Delaware

📍National Diploma
July 16–19, 2026 | Syosset, New York

Take the next step in your coaching journey with an immersive learning experience designed to challenge and inspire.

Register today before course calls begin next week - https://bit.ly/49HD8Nf