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United Soccer Coaches Podcast to feature Sogility

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February 24, 2023

United Soccer Coaches Podcast to feature Sogility

 

WESTFIELD, Ind. – Sogility is excited to feature on the United Soccer Coaches Podcast to talk about our world-class soccer training technology.

Sogility will appear on the podcast on March 2, 2023. The segment will include information about the 2023 United Soccer Coaches Convention and how Sogility is revolutionizing soccer training.

“A highlight of our time in Philly was certainly getting a chance to share more about Sogility with Dean and the United Soccer Coaches Convention attendees. We were honored to be a part of the podcast and look forward to being able to share more about Sogility on a larger platform,” states the CEO of Sogility, Jimmy Carson.

The United Soccer Coaches Podcast is hosted by Dean Linke, a veteran sports broadcaster who has more than 15 years of experience in the industry. He has called games for several major networks including FOX, ESPN, Big Ten Network, and more.

For more information on Sogility’s appearance on the United Soccer Coaches Podcast contact our Director of Marketing & Communications, Sam Wade, at sam@sogility.net.

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Sogility’s mission is to increase soccer players’ skills, confidence, and physical development with personalized training through the use of technology and individualized data monitoring.

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FOX 59’s Indy Now to feature Sogility

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February 8, 2023

FOX 59’s Indy Now to feature Sogility

 

INDIANAPOLIS – Sogility is excited to feature on FOX 59’s morning show, Indy Now, to showcase our world-class soccer training technology.

Sogility will appear on the morning show on February 16, 2023, running from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sogility’s segment will include live demonstrations of the technology, as well as some friendly competition with the hosts.

“This is an amazing opportunity to share some of the awesome things going on at Sogility. We are excited to share some new programming opportunities and to test the Indy Now crew on their soccer skills,” states the CEO of Sogility, Jimmy Carson.

Indy Now launched in 2021 and covers what’s trending in Indianapolis, information about local events, new restaurants, live music and offers from local businesses.

For more information on Sogility’s appearance on Indy Now contact our Director of Marketing & Communications, Sam Wade, at sam@sogility.net.

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Sogility’s mission is to increase soccer players’ skills, confidence, and physical development with personalized training through the use of technology and individualized data monitoring.

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Into the mind of a goalkeeper

As a goalkeeper, the moments leading up to a penalty kick, free kick, and penalty shootout can be some of the most nerve-wracking in a soccer match. The pressure is high, and one mistake could mean the difference between winning and losing the game. However, with the right mindset and preparation, a goalkeeper can rise to the occasion and make a game-saving save.

During a penalty kick, a goalkeeper’s thoughts should be focused on the shooter’s body language, the run-up, and the direction of the ball. For example, a goalkeeper might notice that the shooter is nervous and may aim for the opposite side of the goal than the shooter’s body language is indicating. Famous examples of this include Tim Howard’s save against Belgium in the 2014 World Cup and Manuel Neuer’s save against Italy in the 2016 European Championship.

When it comes to free kicks, the goalkeeper’s thoughts should be focused on the trajectory and speed of the ball, as well as the position of the wall. For example, a goalkeeper might notice that the shooter is aiming for a specific spot in the goal, and they adjust their positioning accordingly. Famous examples of this include David Seaman’s save against Sheffield Wednesday in 1993 and Lev Yashin’s save against Portugal in the 1966 World Cup.

In a penalty shootout, a goalkeeper’s thoughts should be focused on staying calm and confident, as well as the shooter’s tendencies. For example, a goalkeeper might notice that the shooter always aims for the same spot in the goal, and they adjust their positioning accordingly. Famous examples of this include Harald Schumacher’s save against France in the 1982 World Cup and Sergio Goycochea’s save against Argentina in the 1990 World Cup.

The thoughts of a goalkeeper during a penalty kick, free kick, and penalty shootout in a soccer match should be focused on staying calm, confident, and prepared. By studying the shooter’s tendencies, body language, and the trajectory of the ball, a goalkeeper can make game-saving saves. The examples mentioned above are just a few of the many famous penalties saved in the history of soccer, showcasing the importance of mental preparation, focus, and quick reflexes for a goalkeeper to succeed.

 

For more information on Sogility’s goalkeeping classes visit https://sogility.net/sogility-goalkeeping/.

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Building Growth and Confidence in Soccer

Soccer is a sport that requires both physical and mental strength. As a player, it is essential to not only focus on improving your skills on the field but also build confidence and growth as a person. Soccer training can be a great tool for achieving these goals.

One way to build growth and confidence through soccer training is by setting goals. These can be short-term and long-term goals, such as scoring a certain number of goals in a season or becoming a starter on the team. By setting goals, you are challenging yourself to improve and pushing yourself out of your comfort zone. This will help you become a better player and a more confident person.

Another way to build growth and confidence through soccer training is by practicing mental toughness. Soccer is a sport that requires a lot of mental focus and discipline. By training your mind to be strong and disciplined, you will be able to perform better on the field and handle the pressure of a game. This can be done by practicing visualization techniques, learning to manage stress and anxiety, and staying focused during practice and games.

Working on physical fitness is also crucial for soccer players. It is important to have a balanced training program that includes strength training, cardiovascular exercises, and flexibility training. This will help you improve your performance on the field and also help you to prevent injuries.

Playing as a part of a team can also help you build growth and confidence. Soccer is a team sport, and by working together with your teammates, you can achieve great success. By learning to communicate effectively, trust your teammates, and work together towards a common goal, you will become a better player and a more confident person.

Soccer training can be a great tool for building growth and confidence in players. By setting goals, practicing mental toughness, working on physical fitness and being a part of a team, players can improve their skills on the field and become more confident and well-rounded individuals. Remember that soccer is not just about winning games, it’s about becoming a better person and developing the skills that will help you succeed in life.

 

For more information on how Sogility can increase your confidence and growth as a player visit sogility.net.

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Sogility and South Korea-based Allive Creative announce partnership

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January 19, 2023

Sogility and South Korea-based Allive Creative announce partnership

 

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – Sogility and Allive Creative Co., Ltd. have entered into a strategic partnership to further the use of data in soccer as well as launch the Sogility brand in South Korea.

Sogility is a technology-driven soccer training center that offers training solutions that cover a player’s technical, physical, and mental performance. Allive Creative is a sports content company based in South Korea with a number of products focused on the development of youth soccer and content creation for the community.

Allive Creative and Sogility have similar objectives in leveraging data to drive youth soccer development with real-time feedback and simple training evaluation through their respective platforms. Alexander Lee of Sogility noted, “I am very excited about this partnership as it brings two companies with the same mindset on advancing youth soccer from two different countries. Our collaboration will not only strengthen our individual businesses but also provide a more well-rounded solution for youth who crave to get better.”

Eui-Seok Jeong, CEO of Allive Creative, met with Alexander Lee, co-owner of Sogility Holdings, and Yoonkyung Hur and Jinwon Kim of Sogility Korea in a signing ceremony at the Korea Football Association’s Football Fantaesium at Seoul World Cup Stadium in Seoul, South Korea on January 16, 2023.

As part of the partnership, Allive Creative will help Sogility in the launch of its facilities in South Korea as well as other Asian countries. Sogility plans to leverage Allive’s training equipment and also collaborate with the International Sports Data Alliance’s (ISDA) mobile platform Soccer Pie to advance it further within the US and Europe.

For more information on Allive Creative Co., Ltd. visit allive.net. To learn more about Sogility and this partnership visit sogility.net or contact Sogility Director of Marketing & Communications, Sam Wade, sam@sogility.net.

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Sogility’s mission is to increase soccer players’ skills, confidence, and physical development with personalized training through the use of technology and individualized data monitoring.

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Sogility partners with The Recovery Room

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January 18, 2023

Sogility partners with The Recovery Room

 

WESTFIELD, Ind. – Sogility and The Recovery Room are happy to announce a partnership to bring affordable, industry-leading recovery technology to all.

With every membership at Sogility, you can access The Recovery Room using credits for each session. Sessions are a duration of 30 minutes with access to the Normatec, Hyperice Hypervolt Bluetooth Percussion Massager and Venom Back in an ultra-relaxed environment.

“My family and I have personally used the Recovery Rooms services. I am glad we can provide our members with some of these same recovery options,” states the CEO of Sogility, Jimmy Carson.

“Today’s top athletes know that what you do off the field, affects how you perform on it. That’s why we’re combining our industry-leading technology with Sogility’s elite athletes and expert staff,” said the General Manager of The Recovery Room, Jon Turman.

The Recovery Room opened its doors in 2016 with one goal in mind: to bring affordable, industry-leading recovery technology to all. Their six services help to reduce inflammation and injury caused by stress and fatigue.

For more information about The Recovery Room at Sogility contact info@sogility.net or (317) 399-7914. Visit https://sogility.net/sogility-recovery-room/ to book a session today!

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Sogility’s mission is to increase soccer players’ skills, confidence, and physical development with personalized training through the use of technology and individualized data monitoring.

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Sogility partners with Off The Wall Sports

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January 12, 2023

 

Sogility partners with Off The Wall Sports

 

WESTFIELD, Ind. – Sogility and Off The Wall Sports are happy to announce a partnership to host Lil’ Kickers events starting January 23rd, 2023.

Lil’ Kickers Sogility offers soccer classes for kids ages 24 months to 4 years. The classes are fueled by fun and rooted in child development theory, so kids will learn foundational soccer skills and master developmental milestones.

“We are happy to expand our offerings to future soccer stars and grow the love of the game. We will now train 2-year-olds all the way to professional players, and offer adults of all ages a chance to play soccer at our facility,” states the CEO of Sogility, Jimmy Carson.

“We are excited to bring Lil’ Kickers to Sogility in Westfield. Sogility is a staple in the soccer community and it just makes sense for Off The Wall Sports to partner with Sogility to offer Lil’ Kickers classes,” said Director of Lil’ Kickers at Off the Wall Sports, Mike Keinath.

Lil’ Kickers is a child development program based around the game of soccer. In Lil’ Kickers, we do a variety of age-appropriate activities to improve a child’s balance, coordination, listening skills, social skills, and soccer skills.

For more information about the programs email, info@offthewallsports.net.

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Sogility’s mission is to increase soccer players’ skills, confidence, and physical development with personalized training through the use of technology and individualized data monitoring.

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Sogility hosting NWSL autograph session

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January 6, 2023

 

Sogility hosting NWSL autograph session

 

WESTFIELD, Ind. – Sogility invites you to attend an autograph signing and soccer training tips event with National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) professionals.

The professionals attending are Annika (Schmidt) Creel and Alia Martin. The event is Thursday, January 12 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at 16500 Southpark Dr, Westfield, IN 46074.

“I had the privilege to get to know these young women during their youth and am equally proud to say we have provided them a place to train in the offseason to help them prepare for the NWSL season. They wanted to inspire future youth players and this is a great way to show what our players can go if they continue to work hard,” states the CEO of Sogility, Jimmy Carson.

Annika (Schmidt) Creel played at Butler University and currently plays for the Houston Dynamo. Alia Martin played at the University of Michigan and played for the Washington Spirit.

For more information on the event contact Director of Marketing & Communications, Sam Wade, sam@sogility.net.

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Sogility’s mission is to increase soccer players’ skills, confidence, and physical development with personalized training through the use of technology and individualized data monitoring.

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Sogility announces new membership options

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January 5, 2023

 

Sogility announces new membership options

 

WESTFIELD, Ind. – Sogility would like to announce the new Annual Level 1 and Annual Basic Memberships.

The Annual Level 1 is the most popular option for players looking for skill refinement and overall development at $124.00 for 10 sessions a month. The Annual Basic is the perfect option if you are looking to stay sharp while in season or have a busy schedule but don’t want to lose your progress at $80.00 for 4 sessions a month.

“We feel that for players to stay sharp and keep their progress they need to continue to train. So providing a discounted option for players to train year-round will only help our players continue to grow,” states the CEO of Sogility, Jimmy Carson.

The new options will save customers up to $900.00 a year on all their soccer training needs. By changing their membership to fit their needs customers won’t miss out on anything Sogility has going on.

Visit sogility.net/memberships for more information on how to get started on membership at Sogility today!

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Sogility’s mission is to increase soccer players’ skills, confidence, and physical development with personalized training through the use of technology and individualized data monitoring.

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Finding The Right Soccer Level

Finding the right level of soccer for your child is crucial in his or her development.

Soccer in the US is growing fast, and there are more options than ever for players to find a team that is right for them. For parents though, this is a very important decision to make. Finding the right level of soccer for your child is critical in ensuring that they have a positive experience and just as important for you to have a positive experience as well. Your decision needs to be based on a number of factors and we can discuss them below.

When deciding on the right level of soccer, it is important to take the following into consideration before making the final decision:

 

1. Goals for playing soccer – When a player is very young and just starting the game, the decision is easy to make as you just want a player to get experience. But as they get older, it’s important to figure out why your child is playing the sport. You need to ask the following questions:

  • Is my child playing to be with his friends?
  • Does my child want to be a professional soccer player?
  • Is my child just happy with where they are?
  • Do I want them to see what soccer is all about?
  • Does my child want to play soccer in college?

These are all important questions to ask when making a decision on the level of soccer to play in as it’s important to match up their goals with the experience to keep players motivated.

2. Budget – The highest levels of youth soccer can get quite expensive with annual fees potentially ranging between $5,000 and $10,000. Therefore, it’s important to consider this when deciding on the next step for your kid. There are more and more opportunities for scholarships within some of the top soccer academies in the US, but just like any other scholarship, these will be selective and tough to get.

3. Time – Just like any other activity, it’s important to evaluate the amount of time you and your child are willing to spend on soccer. Time commitment can range anywhere from an hour or two a day once or twice a week at the lowest levels to two hours or more a day 6 times a week. Finding the right balance of time with your schedule (and school) based on the goals for your child is important to make sure that other things in life do not suffer.

Based on these factors, here is a short summary of the levels of leagues in the US that teams participate in that you can choose from. As noted, there is a place for every player to play.

1. Recreational Soccer – This is the entry level for almost every soccer player and often a level that players continue to play in if their interest levels are just to stay active and make friends. This is a perfect place for players who are not overly competitive but enjoy the social experiences of the sport. There are many recreational options locally as every city typically has an option.

2. Travel Soccer – This is a very broad category with a wide range of leagues and competition levels, but this is ultimately for the player that would like to have a more competitive experience and still want social experiences as well. These players will typically play in high school but maybe not pursue any soccer further once they get to college. United States Youth Soccer Association (https://www.usyouthsoccer.org/) offers a number of options that fall into this category.

3. Travel Soccer with plans for College – There are a number of newer leagues that have formed for these players. Players looking to play in college at the different options there with or without a scholarship should pursue playing with clubs that fall into this category. Some of the leagues include Elite 64 (https://www.usysnationalleague.com/elite-64/), ECNL (https://www.theecnl.com/), Elite Academy (https://eliteacademyleague.com/), and GA (https://girlsacademyleague.com/). In addition to regular games in a league during the season, these programs offer different college showcases and national tournaments that help get players visibility.

4. Plans to play professionally – This is another area that is relatively new and still forming within the US, but professional teams have begun to develop their own academies to identify and develop players for the top stages of soccer. Programs like MLS Next (https://www.mlssoccer.com/mlsnext/) and USL Academy (https://www.usl-academy.com/) give players a stage to showcase themselves to professional scouts.

Soccer continues to expand in the US with the ultimate mission of getting more and more players into the game while offering options for all levels of players. Additionally, players can independently train outside of their regular team training to help them with their goals whether it is to stay fit or progress to the next level. This is where training solutions like Sogility offer opportunities for players to achieve their goals.

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