Same Activity, Different Experiences: Individual Responses to Opposed 1v1 Training in U8 Girls Soccer | STRIKES™

by Joshua Villalobos | Oct 23, 2026 | Applied Coaching in Soccer | STRIKES™

STRIKES™ Applied Coaching #003 Joshua Villalobos, PhDFounder, Synergy Athletic Solutions Same Activity, Different Experiences: Individual Responses to Opposed 1v1 Training in U8 Girls Soccer Training is designed for the team but experienced by the individual player....

U8 Soccer Training: From Technique to Decision-Making | STRIKES™

by Joshua Villalobos | Oct 13, 2026 | Applied Coaching in Soccer | STRIKES™

Creating the Problem Is Only the Beginning: From Training Design to Match Behavior in U8 Soccer STRIKES™ Applied Coaching #002 Joshua Villalobos, PhDFounder, Synergy Athletic Solutions Training Sessions: September 17 and 24, 2026Population: U8 Girls Recreational...

U8 Soccer Player Development & Change of Direction | STRIKES™

by Joshua Villalobos | Oct 4, 2026 | Applied Coaching in Soccer | STRIKES™

Teaching the Turn Is not the Goal: From Technique to Problem Solving in U8 Soccer Joshua Villalobos, PhDFounder, Synergy Athletic SolutionsSTRIKES™ Applied Coaching #001 Session: U8 Girls Recreational SoccerObserved Training Duration: 61:27Applied question: Can a...

**Advancing Youth Soccer Development Through Applied Sport Science: Insights From Synergy Athletic Solutions’ In-Season Performance Program**

by Joshua Villalobos | Dec 9, 2025 | Applied Coaching in Soccer | STRIKES™

Advancing Youth Soccer Development Through Applied Sport Science A Comprehensive Analysis of Synergy Athletic Solutions’ In-Season Performance Program By Joshua Villalobos, PhD – Founder, Synergy Athletic Solutions Youth soccer continues to evolve at an extraordinary...

The Art and Science of Developing Soccer Players: A Modern Approach to Performance

by Joshua Villalobos | Nov 26, 2025 | Applied Coaching in Soccer | STRIKES™

Introduction Soccer is a global sport rooted in creativity, intelligence, and athleticism. My own path—from player to coach, researcher, and applied practitioner—has led me to study the sport from both scientific and experiential angles. Through Synergy Athletic...

Qualified Soccer Coaching

by Joshua Villalobos | May 19, 2025 | Applied Coaching in Soccer | STRIKES™

Dear Soccer Community, The messages received and thoughtful conversations had over the weekend are greatly appreciated. Tryout season is always challenging, but I believe a continued willingness to communicate openly and respectfully is important to make certain...