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Thoughtful Soccer is a picture of what soccer should look like, and a method that gets players to play that way. Get the book for a full explanation, or explore all the activities inside. Developed by Russ Carrington, Thoughtful Soccer is characterized by:
   

*  Early emphasis on thought and teamwork   

*  Strong belief in multiple-theme practices

*  Use of High Impact Skill Activities and  Thoughtful Scrimmages

*  Confidence that skills can be learned through trial-and-error

*  Ease of use for new coaches and players
   
 
 

Thoughtful Soccer Bulletin

This website has been completely redesigned. Alll the Thoughtful Soccer activities are now available online (see "The Plan").

The Sample Chapter has been changed. It is now Chapter 6: Practicing Possession. This chapter provides the Bunchball Cure, plus several advanced scrimmages.

The second edition of Thoughtful Soccer is currently underway. Chapter 14 (Defending With a System) is being broken into two different chapters: The System Side of Defense and Defensive Systems: a Detailed Example.

Russ has had a second article, "The Case for Multiple-Themed Practices", published by the NSCAA's Soccer Journal. Check out the article inside.

  
 

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