Every player with a ball practicing the basics - controlling, dribbling, passing, shooting. Give challenges - dribble with left foot only, outside of right foot only, throw the ball up and control with thigh trap, etc. It's important to follow the above order in the progression of your training sessions so that players link the importance of individual skill to team play. The MLS is off to a great start. Women's pro soccer is set to begin next April.
College soccer is better than ever.
Our youth national teams are busier and more competitive than ever. Soccer-specific stadiums are being built around the country. Clubs are getting more organized. Sponsors are buying into soccer. Well, there is no easy answer to that question.