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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I am shocked at the 530 and 600 times! I think 700 is reasonable but you have to actually train to run a mile to get those times. Sure its doable, but why? Its not reflective of soccer ability.[/quote]

Most high level U13 boys teams can get their entire roster under or very close to six minutes by mid-season. No, it is not required to have constant motion and be able to run a six minute mile. But, generally, a team that has this level of endurance and speed is going to have an advantage come the 50th minute. Anyone can play hard for 15-20 minutes. Who is playing at full capacity for 70 to 90 - that's where the difference lies in soccer. It is not an endurance running skill that is required, but rather an endurance mentality and overall fitness. A basic requirement for soccer is to be in shape. To the parent who says their daughter is stressed by having to run two miles in 16 minutes - your daughter is not cut out for ECNL or really travel soccer at all, if this is true. [/quote]

Next time you're at a game, please video the kids running at a constant 7:30 pace and post the link[/quote]

Nobody said the actual game was played at that constant pace. Neither is basketball. Neither is football. The difference between soccer and every other sport out there is there are no timeouts. You might not need to run for five minutes at a time, or you could need to be on your horse nonstop. But, you're going to need to bust your ass for 70-90 minutes. So, if you can't run six to twelve minutes at a decent pace, you're not in game shape for high level soccer. It's that simple. Find me an elite soccer player who can't run back to back six minute miles. They don't exist. [/quote]

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