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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Don't expect much in HS soccer, no matter how good your kid is. 9th/10th grader playing high level ball doesn't translate into standout in HS because it's 100% speed and size. Now, when your young ecnl/mlsnext player is a 11/12 grader they will dominate because the size/speed thing isn't an issue anymore. Don't invest time into guessing why my skilled freshman isn't playing, he's prob just not fast or big enough. Keep supporting their efforts! [/quote] This is true for most but if they can figure it out and adapt to the pace at a young age they are going to be special. If you think high school is a track meet, you should really go watch the college game all these mls next player/parents want there kid to play. It is very sloppy and looks more like a high school game with extreme pressing for 90 minutes. watch the UVA vs VT https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iMwYpCj2WqA[/quote] I was going to say. Isn't speed and athleticism where the game ultimately goes for all these players? We focus on skill, mind set and understanding of the game but aren't those prerequisites for what is ultimately a grueling physical sport determined by quickness, speed, power and toughness? [/quote] No You obviously don't know what quality high level soccer is. You just described tackle football and rugby[/quote] Huh? Educate me about what high level soccer is. Americans are the only people that believe soccer isn't about toughness, grit and yes, athleticism. Nobody plays "quality high level soccer" without those attributes. [/quote] Then explain how Spain won the World Cup if you need NFL Linebackers [/quote] Ha! This is a primitive attempt to shift the goal posts into an argument you can win. I simple said they have to be elite athletes where speed, quickness and athleticism ultimately reign supreme -- you know like, in the top leagues around the world. Your unsubstantiated leap to football is rejected but I'm happy to hear you explain how I'm wrong on the merits of my argument where ever you are ready. Nice try though. [/quote] Ball control and mastery, IQ, Decision-making, tactical knowledge, reading the game with anticipation, passing, vision are just some of the things that come before running speed and jumping ability for the best soccer players The ignorant amateurs think speed in soccer is same as track and field. It's speed of thought and execution, not flat out running. Johan Cruyff said it best, he was faster in his mind thinking of the next move before his opponent.[/quote] [quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Don't expect much in HS soccer, no matter how good your kid is. 9th/10th grader playing high level ball doesn't translate into standout in HS because it's 100% speed and size. Now, when your young ecnl/mlsnext player is a 11/12 grader they will dominate because the size/speed thing isn't an issue anymore. Don't invest time into guessing why my skilled freshman isn't playing, he's prob just not fast or big enough. Keep supporting their efforts! [/quote] This is true for most but if they can figure it out and adapt to the pace at a young age they are going to be special. If you think high school is a track meet, you should really go watch the college game all these mls next player/parents want there kid to play. It is very sloppy and looks more like a high school game with extreme pressing for 90 minutes. watch the UVA vs VT https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iMwYpCj2WqA[/quote] I was going to say. Isn't speed and athleticism where the game ultimately goes for all these players? We focus on skill, mind set and understanding of the game but aren't those prerequisites for what is ultimately a grueling physical sport determined by quickness, speed, power and toughness? [/quote] No You obviously don't know what quality high level soccer is. You just described tackle football and rugby[/quote] Huh? Educate me about what high level soccer is. Americans are the only people that believe soccer isn't about toughness, grit and yes, athleticism. Nobody plays "quality high level soccer" without those attributes. [/quote] Then explain how Spain won the World Cup if you need NFL Linebackers [/quote] Ha! This is a primitive attempt to shift the goal posts into an argument you can win. I simple said they have to be elite athletes where speed, quickness and athleticism ultimately reign supreme -- you know like, in the top leagues around the world. Your unsubstantiated leap to football is rejected but I'm happy to hear you explain how I'm wrong on the merits of my argument where ever you are ready. Nice try though. [/quote] Ball control and mastery, IQ, Decision-making, tactical knowledge, reading the game with anticipation, passing, vision are just some of the things that come before running speed and jumping ability for the best soccer players The ignorant amateurs think speed in soccer is same as track and field. It's speed of thought and execution, not flat out running. Johan Cruyff said it best, he was faster in his mind thinking of the next move before his opponent.[/quote] I don't recall any reference to jumping but if it you believe it strengthens your argument, fine. I would say the you are outlining prerequisites and I'm identifying differentiators. Cryuff STOPPED playing 50 years ago! I'm no expert on his athleticism but today's stars are all super athletes. [/quote] Please list all the objective measurable elements of a "super athlete" so we can all be on the same page. Then tell us how all the current professional players meet this criteria. [/quote] I think intelligence is your issue (that and stubbornness) not athleticism. What's understood (by most of us at least) doesn't have to be explained. [/quote] You're saying Michael Phelps would be the best synchronized swimmer or water polo player? [/quote]
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