SD Soccer Academy

The Fundamentals

admin — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 01:27:21 +0000

Having the necessary fundamentals of soccer mastered might seem like a waste of time. Players, young players especially, don’t see the need to be able to juggle 100 times or be able to hit 10 brazilians back to the hands of a trainer in a row. Believe it or not, there is a huge difference between a player that can consistently hit the ball back to the hands of a trainer or juggle 150 times, as opposed to only 7 out of 10 times or 75 juggles. The main difference in the players, besides the obvious skill difference, is the attitude. Striving always to be better, and still being unsatisfied with a good result because the player wanted just a couple more touches, is what we teach and try to instill at Nouvoux Soccer Academy. The attitude and the realization that no player is ever the best they are going to be is what creates this attitude. We teach that a players touch, vision, balance can always become just a little bit better and, with that, they continue to train and become hungry for the next level.

Creating Top Quality Players and People

admin — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 07:41:08 +0000

Nouvoux Soccer Academy is surely unique in its development method of players from a soccer standpoint. But to be a humble and respectful soccer player in today’s game is something, that is unfortunately overlooked.

A soccer player with these qualities provides discipline, respect and humility in a team and proves to be more of a team player while still being an effective force on the team. This aspect of development that Nouvoux Soccer Academy provides is part of the complete program that we offer.

A player that does not respect others does not respect the game.

Eat Right

admin — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 21:52:27 +0000

Nutrition in sports, especially soccer, is almost more important than the training itself. If you do not eat right you may as well not even show up on game or training day.

This section will cover good nutrition for soccer specific athletes, review great food related articles and help every player have the kind of energy they need to play a 90 minute game.

Dribble, Dribble, Dribbleâ€¦ then Pass.

admin — Sun, 19 Dec 2010 21:48:06 +0000

The beautiful skill from Xavi

The most important thing for young soccer players to gain is confidence on the ball and the skills that instill that confidence.Â If young players are not being taught the correct techniques of the dribbling art form, then they aren’t getting much out of training.Â It is vital for players to receive this kind of instruction early in their career because a soccer player cannot pass the ball off if they can’t hold onto it in the first place.Â Creativity and skill on the ball is what fosters that passion for the game in other countries and it is what is missing in American soccer.

After a long conversation with an international soccer veteran yesterday we both came to the conclusion that American soccer has no style and I believe it is due to the lack of freedom while playing on the ball (there are many other things as well but individually this is a big problem).

With all this being said, however, players still need to learn the right times to dribble and pass. I am a huge advocate of the beautiful style that Barcelona plays with. Their passing, structure, movement off the ball, creativity, (I could go on) BUT, if you ask ANY of Barca’s players to dribble past a defender, they will smile and do it with a sparkle in their eye.Â That is the passion that is so infectious.

Group Training Sessions

admin — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 22:41:39 +0000

Nouvoux Soccer Academy provides an invaluable service when it comes to extra training.Â When you get a group of 3 or more players together (teammates, friends, schoolmates) and schedule a session with Nouvoux Soccer, not only do you receive a discounted price on each player, but each player has the opportunity to test the techniques and skills they learn at each session against live competition.Â Private sessions are great if you are working on footwork, ballskills etc. But in order to build confidence and familiarity of game situations on the field, creating a training group is the most effective way to go.

The Easiest Way to Become a Better Player

admin — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 22:55:59 +0000

There are countless trainers in this country who bank on the notion that the only way for a player to become better is by private training.Â This is not even close to the truth.Â The easiest way to become a better soccer player is to juggle on off days and practice new methods to keep balance and keep the ball in the air.Â This is understandably odd coming from a soccer academy, however, although any businesses goal is to be successful, one of the other goals at Nouvoux Soccer Academy is to instill a passion in young players so that development continues away from the trainer and coach.Â To learn and refine skills, it is obvious a player needs a professional touch, but for the game to grow in their life, it is essential to be passionate and creative on their own.

Over the Break

admin — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 22:50:25 +0000

The time to really focus and hit the training ground hard is coming in the next few weeks. After a long season a good rest is needed to recuperate the body and mind but in order to stay at the top, the young athlete HAS to keep training.Â Getting extra touches on the ball now, when most other players are sitting on the couch during the school and soccer break, will be very beneficial by the time that tryouts and preseason come along.Â Players will stay sharp mentally and physically while not overdoing themselves.Â Training sessions at Nouvoux also cover a very rare topic that most academies do not; tactical awareness.Â This is a great subject for individuals to explore during the break with they can focus more on their own game so when the team gets back together, they will be even more of an asset when it comes to shape in defense, attack and overall understanding of positional roles on the field.

Private Training Begins In San Diego

admin — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 16:40:56 +0000

Nouvoux Soccer now offers private and group sessions in San Diego Ca.Â The high demand and request for training from Nouvoux Soccer is being answered and you and your soccer player will benefit from the move!

Please take a look at the programs page for more information about Nouvoux Soccer and see which program fits best for you.Â We are here to change the world one soccer player at a time and have a passion for the game that is unrivaled.

Highlights of Nouvoux Soccer Academy

Specially Designed Curriculum.
Each player receives individual approach to their development.
EVERY trainer/coach has PRO experience.