Game intelligence, soccer IQ and soccer smarts are all great phrases, but what are they and more importantly can they be taught? The very simple answer is yes...and it is always nice when an answer is backed by science, university research, military training, medical institutions, space programs and … [Read more...]
Best of NESJ: 20 stories you might have missed in 2019
As 2019 comes to a close, we wanted to reflect on the year that was for soccer in New England. To wrap up the calendar year, New England Soccer Journal's editorial staff has selected 20 of our top pieces from the past year. They aren't necessarily our most-read stories, but form a collection … [Read more...]
Premier International Tours offer chance to experience soccer globally
One of the biggest and most anticipated films of the 2019 summer was “Spider-Man: Far From Home.” In the movie, Peter Parker goes on a school trip to Europe. Unfortunately for Parker, conflict follows him, and he is forced into superhero action. While the movie is fictional, going on a tour to … [Read more...]
Summer Mailbag: Get your questions in!
With the dog days of summer around the corner, one of the only true respites from a hectic soccer season has arrived. The professional ranks are still going on – and the New England Revolution are surging – but it's otherwise a few quiet weeks around the region. Mindful of that, New England … [Read more...]
It’s here! October 2018 edition of New England Soccer Journal
Navigating the college recruiting process is often a difficult task. Divisions 1, 2 and 3 all present their unique benefits and challenges, financial constraints can complicate matters and the importance of academics can't be stressed enough. Those are all lessons Phillips Exeter standout Tyler … [Read more...]
Gallery: Boston Bolts, Seacoast United open Development Academy season
After the dog days of summer, the 2018-19 Development Academy season is officially here. Around New England, that included the Boston Bolts and Seacoast United U-15, U-17 and U-19 teams squaring off. New England Soccer Journal was on hand to photograph the day, and readers can view our gallery in … [Read more...]