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Philosophy

 

Teaching Philosophy Using the TIPS Method

Our philosophy consists of 3 elements in respective order of importance and focus.

 

Enjoyment
Our first priority, when we interact with the kids, is to make sure they are enjoying themselves before we even think about any other area of soccer. We first instill a passion and burning desire for soccer that will make them keep coming back to the soccer field.

 

Development
Everyone talks about development but the specifics in the teaching methods are what make the difference and that's where the proven TIPS methods come into play.

Technique is taught using maximum touches and repetitions of game like situational exercises. Technical training will occur the first 30 minutes of each practice and will usually have a ball to player ratio of 1:1 or 1:2. This also incorporates psychomotor development that provides movement education and/or coordination training.

Small group tactics and the principles of Attacking and Defending are taught through active participation and by the concept of "the game is the teacher". The coach's instructions are short, direct and inclusive. An ounce of words, a ton of practice.

 

Competition
Kids want to be competitive. We believe in placing kids of general equal ability together and playing them against players of general equal ability. Winning 10-0 or losing 10-0 is not competitive and is frustrating and no fun. In a positive environment where kids are praised for trying their best and are not pressured in a results-oriented environment, competition is good and players will improve more rapidly.