Edition 0: Building American Soccer Together

Hi Folks,

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In each edition, you’ll find a mix of coaching tips, parent insights, community stories, event updates, and team spotlights — all designed to help us keep Building American Soccer Together.

This is Edition #0, a preview of what’s to come. I hope you enjoy it, and I’d love to hear your feedback.

Coach’s Corner: Transition Rondos Drill

Need a drill that practices quick transitions, passing under pressure, and communication? Try Transition Rondos.

Setup:

• 3 teams: one in each zone (two large end zones + small middle zone).

• Possession starts in an end zone.

• Middle team defends, sending 2 players in at the start of play.

How It Works:

• Possession team completes 5 passes, then plays the ball through the middle to the opposite end zone for a point.

• Defenders send two different players each time they press into a zone.

• If defenders win the ball, they take over in that zone.

• The team that lost possession must run around the cone before rejoining as defenders in the middle.

• Play is continuous.

Parent’s Corner: Pregame Fuel Fact

Kids perform best when they eat a carb-rich snack (like fruit, toast, or oatmeal) 1–3 hours before the game. According to a pediatric guide from Contemporary Pediatrics, “athletes benefit most from easily digested carbohydrates consumed 1 to 3 hours before activity.”

Community Spotlight: Arthur’s Pet Pantry

Sue & Shawn Straub run Arthur’s Pet Pantry, feeding over 600 pets every month in the Susquehanna Valley. Their dedication ensures no animal goes hungry, and their impact on the community is tremendous. You can learn more, volunteer, or donate to Arthur’s Pet Pantry on their website.

Upcoming UnitedGoals USA Events

We’ve already had 40+ teams register, including programs from NorCenPenn, CPYSL, PA West, and WNY Flash of Rochester, NY. It’s shaping up to be an exciting competition in November!

👉 The Veteran’s Day Freedom Cup Apparel Store is live — all proceeds support PA Wounded Warriors. Order by 10/17/25 for pickup at the event.

Team Spotlight: WR Galaxy

Join Us in Growing the Game

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Here’s to Building American Soccer Together.

Warmly,

Colin Gorini
Founder, UnitedGoals USA
[email protected]
unitedgoalsusa.com