2010 Locker Room

QUOTE: If a team wants to intimidate…

September 24, 2010 | The Beautiful Game | No Comments

If a team wants to intimidate you physically and you let them, they’ve won. — Mia Hamm

QUOTE: Football is a difficult business…

September 22, 2010 | The Beautiful Game | No Comments

Football is a difficult business and aren’t they prima donnas. But it’s a wonderful game. — Queen Elizabeth

The Meaning of the Sideline Soccer Logo

September 17, 2010 | News and Updates | 2 Comments

I’m sure many of you have looked at the Sideline Soccer logo and asked “why so mad?”. I wanted to express the reason why I designed the logo the way it looks and the real meaning behind it. Continue reading

Jersey Numbers

September 16, 2010 | The Beautiful Game | 1 Comment

If you’re wearing jersey number 10, you must be good right?! Some famous players have worn the number 10 jersey such as Pele of Brazil, Diego Maradona of Argentina and Zinedine Zidane of France. Did you know that jersey numbers were first introduced in 1928? Not only were they used to easily identify players, but they also identified positions on the field. Continue reading

Where To Strike A Penalty Shot

September 13, 2010 | Advice for Players | No Comments

Ever since the penalty shot was first approved back in 1891, it has always been the most nerve-wracking moment for all to watch, especially for the player taking the shot! While goalkeepers are not expected to save a penalty shot, players taking it do miss on many occasions. But even if you’re nervous or do not strike the ball as hard as you wanted, a well placed shot will almost always guarantee a successful penalty shot. The question is where to place it? Continue reading

Soccer Tricks: The Step Over

September 8, 2010 | Tips and Tricks | No Comments

The Step Over is a classic move used to fool an opponent into thinking you’re making a pass when in fact you don’t! In this article, which includes a video example, we’ll be discussing the Inside Step Over, the Outside Step Over (also called the Scissors), the Double Step Over, and end with a variation of the Inside Step Over that includes a deceiving ball movement! Continue reading

Soccer Tricks: The Cruyff

September 6, 2010 | Tips and Tricks | No Comments

The Cruyff is a great drag back move that leaves the opponent wondering where you went! Named after the famous Johan Cruyff who played for Ajax and the Netherlands, it involves balance a bit of good acting. In this article, we’ll provide step by step instructions as well as a video example. Continue reading