Learning Zone

The LKSC Learning Zone is still under construction so excuse any missing links, errors, etc. Check back frequently for updates.

This Learning Zone is devoted to making you a better player and increasing your enjoyment of the game through a deeper understanding of the technical and tactical requirements of the game.

All articles will be geared toward the older (U13 or U14) player that is considering playing soccer in high school.

Spend a little time here and read some of the articles and watch your game grow!

Self Evaluation

Being able to evaluate your performance is a key factor in improving your game. There are several ways to do this, depending upon whether you want to evaluate a particular game or an entire season. Visit our Self Evaluation page and have a better understanding of your strengths and weaknesses.

Principles

This article discusses the key principals to offense and defense that every player should know and understand. Every tactic and formation is based on these principles. Every serious player should visit the Soccer Principles page.

Soccer Statistics

If you're into numbers you may enjoy the Soccer Statistics page on "how goals are scored" and "why goals are scored". Keep in mind that many of the statistics gathered are based on professional games, so some things will be different for our games.

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Soccer Players

OK, it's not a best seller yet and you won't find it at Borders, but many of these "habits" are what coaches look for in try-outs. It's things that separate the strong players from the average players. Visit and study our "The 7 Habits" page and become the soccer player that shines above the rest! (This page is under development - a couple sleepless nights and it will be completed).

Various Articles

These are pdf files that you might find interesting. Some discuss some advanced topics so they might not be for everyone.

Playing 3v3. 3v3 Tournaments are becoming increasingly popular and they are a great way to improve your game. The author discusses the methodology of how to play 3v3. Some pretty tough reading, but with some focus you might become a 3v3 Champion!

* How does a coach select a formation? Why would it change during a game? This primer on formations should get the wheels spinning!

* Penalty kicks can often determine the outcome of a game. Make sure that you are ready when called on by reviewing the important points in taking a kick.

* Marking is a very important defensive skill. Do you know the difference between zone and man-to-man?

* Scoring on a packed defense can nearly be impossible. Here are the things to do when you run into this.


The LKSC Learning Zone is still under construction so excuse any missing links, errors, etc. Check back frequently for updates. This Learning Zone is devoted to making you a better player and increasing your enjoyment of the game through a deeper understanding of the technical and tactical requirements of the game. All articles will be geared toward the older (U13 or U14) player that is considering playing soccer in high school. Spend a little time here and read some of the articles and watch your game grow!	Self Evaluation Being able to evaluate your performance is a key factor in improving your game. There are several ways to do this, depending upon whether you want to evaluate a particular game or an entire season. Visit our Self Evaluation page and have a better understanding of your strengths and weaknesses. Principles This article discusses the key principals to offense and defense that every player should know and understand. Every tactic and formation is based on these principles. Every serious player should visit the Soccer Principles page. Soccer Statistics If you're into numbers you may enjoy the Soccer Statistics page on "how goals are scored" and "why goals are scored". Keep in mind that many of the statistics gathered are based on professional games, so some things will be different for our games. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Soccer Players OK, it's not a best seller yet and you won't find it at Borders, but many of these "habits" are what coaches look for in try-outs. It's things that separate the strong players from the average players. Visit and study our "The 7 Habits" page and become the soccer player that shines above the rest! (This page is under development - a couple sleepless nights and it will be completed). Various Articles These are pdf files that you might find interesting. Some discuss some advanced topics so they might not be for everyone. Playing 3v3. 3v3 Tournaments are becoming increasingly popular and they are a great way to improve your game. The author discusses the methodology of how to play 3v3. Some pretty tough reading, but with some focus you might become a 3v3 Champion! * How does a coach select a formation? Why would it change during a game? This primer on formations should get the wheels spinning! * Penalty kicks can often determine the outcome of a game. Make sure that you are ready when called on by reviewing the important points in taking a kick. * Marking is a very important defensive skill. Do you know the difference between zone and man-to-man? * Scoring on a packed defense can nearly be impossible. Here are the things to do when you run into this.