Welcome to today’s soccer briefing! ⚽ Which Voice Do You Listen To? Everyone has two voices in their head competing for attention: the Champion and the Critic. - The Critic encourages excuses, blame, and avoidance. - The Champion challenges you to take ownership and do what’s necessary. The life you live is based on the voice you choose to listen to. - @KevinDeShazo on X ⚡️ This #1 SPEED Tip That NO ONE IS DOING Check out another great podcast by @fitsoccerqueen on how to improve speed. Watch it here: YouTube 🧠 Recruiting Wisdom "The problem: Most athletes send one email, get no response, and quit. They think: 'Coach isn’t interested. 'Reality: Coaches get 100+ emails daily. Yours likely got lost." - @TrentonLuera14 on X ⚽ Key Reminder "It’s not how good you are, but who knows you’re good!" Action Steps for Athletes: - Email coaches: Introduce yourself and share your goals. - Update your highlight video: Show your latest game. - Share your journey: Use social media to get noticed. Best, Steve Steve Coxon Soccer Network

⚽ Exclusive Interview Alert! Dive into the world of college soccer recruiting with Matt Micros, coach at Sacred Heart University. In this must-watch interview, Matt shares: - What top college coaches look for in players - Tips for creating standout highlight videos - Common recruiting mistakes to avoid - Insights on NCAA, D1 soccer, and the recruiting process 🎥 Watch now: https://youtube.com/shorts/DMjwu8lb1hU 🧠 Mental Fitness Wisdom From @D3Direct on X:"For all the focus people put on level in recruiting, it’s important to remember…After you graduate, NO ONE cares what level you played.Employers love hiring athletes, not bc they were D1 or D2, but bc being a college athlete shows you have discipline & are a hard worker." ⚽ Key Reminder:"It’s not how good you are, but who knows you’re good!" Action Steps for Athletes: 1️⃣ Email college coaches: Introduce yourself and share your goals. 2️⃣ Update your highlight video: Showcase your latest skills. 3️⃣ Share your story: Use social media (especially X!) to highlight your journey and achievements. Best, Steve

Thanks @Jerid Grandinetti 🚀 Is your recruiting journey stuck? DM us today and let’s get you back on track! #CSN