If you’re watching soccer this weekend, don’t watch it like a fan — watch it like a player. Pay attention to: - What players do before they get the ball - How they create space without touching it - When they speed the game up vs slow it down - Their reactions right after losing possession This is how soccer IQ is built. Not highlights. Not clips. Reps of watching the game the right way. Every college coach does this. So should you. — Coach Ernie

Elite players don’t just “get open” — they move defenders to create better options. This is one of the fastest ways to look college-ready without touching the ball. Why it works: • Moving closer pulls a defender → creates space behind you • Moving away makes defenders hesitate → gives you time on your first touch • One small movement can open passing lanes, change angles, and make your team look more organized 🧠 Your Challenge: Choose ONE today and do it with intention: A) Move closer to attract a defender B) Move away to stretch the line or create a pocket 👇 Comment: A or B — and what changed when you did it.

When your team gets stuck, high-IQ players don’t wait for halftime — they adjust instantly. Here are 3 quick fixes players use to solve adversity: 1️⃣ Create a new line If the press is killing you, shift 3–5 yards into a new angle. A small adjustment opens a new passing lane. 2️⃣ Switch the point of attack If one side is crowded, move the ball out quickly. Pressure on one side means space exists somewhere else. 3️⃣ Change the tempo When the game feels chaotic, slow it down and connect. When defenders relax, speed it up and break lines. Question: 👉 In your last game, where did your team struggle — build-out, midfield, or wide areas? Comment below.

Every player hits adversity — bad game, getting subbed, losing confidence, injury, coach not rating you. The difference isn’t who has adversity… It’s how players respond to it. Elite players use a simple framework: 1️⃣ They separate the event from the identity Bad game ≠ bad player. One mistake ≠ losing your spot. Most players blend the two together and fall apart mentally. 2️⃣ They zoom in, not out Average players try to fix EVERYTHING at once. Top players pick one controllable action they can win today: - Win your 1v1 duels - Talk more - Sprint back on transition - Demand the ballSmall wins rebuild confidence faster than “motivation.” 3️⃣ They don’t hide Adversity makes most players disappear — fewer touches, less involvement, safer choices. High-level players do the opposite: 👉 They increase involvement. Getting on the ball more is how you break out of a slump. 4️⃣ They shorten the slump Everyone struggles. Elite players just struggle for shorter periods of time because they have a process. Your question today: 👉 When you hit adversity, what’s the FIRST thing that usually changes in your game? Comment below — we’ll break down how to fix it.

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