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Oleg Sinelnikov

Oleg Sinelnikov COACH Oleg Sinelnikov Coach ABOUT Oleg Sinelnikov is a former professional player who holds his Advanced National Coaching license and his USSF B license. He has coached at the College and Club level for over 20 years. He is the Director of Coaching for Hoover Soccer Club. He is also a Professor…

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

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6-Year-Old's Amazing Defense Rocks Basketball Court in Viral Video Taken by Her Dad

Video shows little McCartney Cothron playing some mean defense at basketball practice, using her arms and body to prevent her pint-size opponents from scoring.

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Four Tips from Top Soccer Clubs on How to Build Cohesive Teams

The keys to improving clubhouse comity also apply to the office.

How soccer can stop HIV: The three C’s

Grassroot soccer uses the combination of curriculum, coaches and culture to change the game<br>Adolescents, particularly in Africa, are among those hardest hit by the AIDS epidemic, but they can also be the greatest force for change. In order to achieve their potential and have a healthy future, adolescents need information, mentors, and access to health services to thrive. So what does a soccer ball have…

How Not to Scout for Soccer Talent

Two new books raise interesting questions about the ethics and effectiveness of the sport’s selection system, with its early and intense winnowing process for aspiring players.

What Are the Benefits of Soccer for Kids?

Soccer develops agility, speed and stamina, and also teaches children the importance of teamwork, so it can play an important part in your child’s physical and social development. Many communities offer soccer leagues for a variety of ages and skill levels. Choose a soccer league that matches your child’s needs. If you are unsure which...

How to be a good soccer parent!

Being a positive role model for your child, sounds like it should be easy, however even the most placid parent can get carried away in the heat of competition and within the ultra competitive team…

How the World Cup Works, for the Soccer Newbie

How the World Cup works, from qualifying to the final, for the soccer newbie.

Why You Should Be Decorating for Soccer

Why should you be using your heat press to decorate for soccer? It's simple. Soccer has become, like many others, a year-round sport and this time of year you will find your local pitches full of teams participating. Check out what teams are wearing and how you can set yourself …

How to Transition to Life After Soccer

There comes a time in every soccer player's career when they have to ask, what does life after soccer look like?

How Soccer is Helping Girls On and Off the Field

Girls’ sports appeared to be an entry point into improving women’s rights in developing countries.

11 Things You Should Know About Club Soccer

A One-Stop Guide to Soccer Scholarships

College soccer is played by both men and women, at big universities and tiny schools. Want your chance at being a college athlete? Find out how many soccer scholarships are out there for the taking.

Can This Man Save U.S. Soccer?

One teacher is attempting to train a generation of globally competitive players—starting with their coaches.

Bees Learn Soccer from Their Buddies

The insects show sophisticated learning for non-bee–related tasks, and can even improve on what they are taught

A non-soccer fan's guide to the World Cup

If you want to watch the World Cup but don't know a ton about the sport, this guide's for you.