Heads and Volleys Soccer Podcast · LeeDunneSoccer

85. What is Speed of Play Anyway?

October 17, 2025·11 min·1 clip

A youth soccer director argues that the actual game score is irrelevant for players who are learning to read the game.

A youth soccer director and coach breaks down the misunderstood concept of 'speed of play,' arguing it's not just about playing faster but involves strategic pauses, reading the game, and controlled transitions. He shares practical coaching methods, including using bonus goals in practice and communicating development goals to families, to move beyond just yelling 'quicker' from the sidelines.

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