SPORT REFLECTION #23: Coming Down The Home Stretch

The soccer season is almost over. This is the hard part for me as I have players who are starting to think about winter sports such as basketball and other things like Halloween. Focus starts to drop off. Weather is starting to turn and get chilly at night. It’s crazy how all these factors can change things. I learned to prepare for this as it can derail what already is a successful season.

I learned to ask the players what goals they want to achieve the last part of the season from an individual and team perspective. This has re-engaged the players. If you find yourself “dragging” this time of year, take time to see if you can set some new goals to re-engage.