While Santa Clara hasn’t won the NCAA Championship since 2001, they’ve been pumping out incredible soccer stars that go on to have amazing professional careers- some even winning Gold Medals and becoming World Cup Champions. They might not be the best at winning trophies, but to be fair, no one gives out trophies for producing soccer players that go on to be superstars, for not only professional teams, but for National Teams as well.
With the new college soccer season just around the corner, it’s time to take a closer look at some players that may just be the key for Stanford’s Women’s Soccer Team to win an NCAA title. After a disappointing 1-0 loss to Santa Clara in the NCAA championship third round last year, they’ll look to come back this season stronger and better. Although they won their 11th Pac-12 conference title last year, they’ll still be looking to come out powerful this season and win an NCAA championship- and here’s the 3 players that could help them reach the title they haven’t earned since 2011.
Footy Magazine 4-4-2 USA recently ran an article to declare the ’25 Best Coaches in American Soccer’ . The college scene was well represented with many of the coaches having played or coached at the college level at some point in their careers: Including of course, the number 1 pick Bruce Arena who held the Head Coach’s job at the University of Virginia. Here are the 2 current college soccer coaches that made it into the list:
If you consider yourself a Women’s Soccer fan, you’re probably familiar with the big names of Christen Press, Lindsey Horan, Rose Lavelle, and Mallory Pugh. While all four of these women are outstanding players, gaining a chance to represent their country on the USWNT, they all earned their spot on the national team through different routes. Some played for college, others bypassed it, and some players forged to go overseas to get experience- but they all ended up in the same place. So what’s the deal with college soccer? Is it helping or hurting female athletes? Unfortunately, the answer isn’t as easy as a “yes” or a “no”.
Continue reading “College Soccer for Female Athletes: A Blessing and a Curse”
Happy Fourth of July to all of our readers. We were sent this video this morning and feel it perfectly sums up the college soccer experience in the land of the free!
Courtesy of Soccer Chance USA
Pre-Season is just around the corner and soon the Men and Women of College Soccer will be returning to campus for the challenging season ahead. Whether you’re a student-athlete, a seasoned pro or just enjoy some pick up on the weekends, what you wear on your feet is crucial to your on field performance. Inside College Soccer takes a look at the hottest options this season as we count down our top 6 picks:
To reach your dream of competing at the highest academic and athletic level it takes a lot of determination, passion and perseverance. Leah Smith’s inspiring journey has taken her from Bermuda to New York University. Find out more about Leah’s time at IMG and the run up to signing day. Continue reading “Signing Day Story – Leah Smith”
We love the NAIA but can’t help wondering what’s going on with their footwear selection in this video for their upcoming Soccer Showcase. Do you know what these cleats are? It’s a mystery to us and we’re not even convinced they belong on the soccer field. Take a look at the video below and let us know what you think.
By the way if you’re after some real soccer cleats, see what’s on offer from our friends at SoccerPro.com
Stanford became back to back men’s NCAA Division 1 National Champions. This mini-documentary from Stanford Athletics takes a closer look at their journey over the last two years under Head Coach Jeremy Gunn. The video features interviews with players and staff as well as some memorable moments on the field. Can they do it again in 2017?
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