5 Off-Ball Exercises To Do From Home
5 Off-Ball Exercises To Do From Home For a soccer player, 99% of the game happens away from the ball. Here are five off-ball exercises to do from home to help improve gametime performance. Do you know how long on average a player interacts with the ball in a 90-minute soccer game? About a minute […]
COPA Mask Mandate Update
Beginning November 1stin conjunction with Contra Costa County’s mask mandate update, players will no longer be required to wear a mask during training. As of October 14th, certain businesses in Contra Costa County may allow fully vaccinated people to remove their face coverings while in communal indoor areas. Because COPA STC is verifying all patrons […]
COPA STC Updated COVID-19 Mandates
Please see our latest COVID-19 mandates prior to your next visit Contra Costa has issued a new health order that requires patrons to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test result for certain businesses. COPA STC falls under these new requirements. Beginning Wednesday, September 22, all patrons 12 years or older must show […]
4 Tips Every Soccer Recruit Should Know
If you want to play at the next level, it may take more than your skills on the field to get you there. Check out these 4 tips every soccer recruit should know. According to ScholarshipStats.com, 8% of high school soccer athletes play in college. Hundreds of thousands of student athletes compete each year for […]
4 Common Myths for Young Athletes Starting to Train
You’ve heard a few myths out there about kids lifting weights. We want what’s best for our young athletes, but how do we separate fact from fiction? Here are 4 common myths for children starting to train and the truths you should know. We all want what’s best for our young athletes. Parents and coaches […]
Training Tips – Conditioning vs Speed
Love it or hate it, running is a core training tool used by coaches in every major sport from beginners to pros. Yet there are misconceptions regarding training conditioning versus sprinting. Here’s a breakdown of the differences and how to best utilize each for optimal results. Love it or hate it, running is a core […]
How To Be A Supportive Parent At The Game
Watching your son or daughter play can be exciting, fun… and stressful. We want to see them succeed, but sometimes our excitement can be a distraction. Here are 5 tips to help be a more supportive parent at the game. Does your heart race when you see your child get the ball? Does your foot […]
4 Tips to Stay Motivated During Offseason
It’s officially the offseason and your packed schedule of practices, matches, and tournaments is free. What now? These four tips can help you stay motivated during offseason and help improve your performance for next season. The final whistle has blown. The last game has been played. It’s officially the offseas on and your packed schedule […]