Expert Advice

As summer approaches, we KNOW you’re already thinking about preseason in August and you’re gearing up for a summer of training to elevate their game to the next level. Whether you’re still in summer vacay mode, or already into training, one important area to make sure you incorporate into preseason prep is sprint training, which helps enhance speed, agility, and overall performance on the field. 

With the right techniques and a little bit of effort, you can keep your white soccer cleats looking as good as new. By following these simple steps and maintaining a regular cleaning routine, you'll ensure that your prized possessions continue to sparkle on the field for many games to come.

From casual adult leagues to competitive club soccer, the question of what shoes to wear for indoor soccer comes up a lot.

Last year we hosted our first “Ask IDA” webinar  with Dr. Karli Richardson around female physiology and injury considerations. We’ve turned it into a quarterly series about topics related to the female athlete experience, and we kicked off 2023 with Dr. Nicole Surdyka to discuss injury recovery considerations.

If you’re gearing up for a new soccer season, tired of the same old fitness drills, but ready to get back into shape… we’ve got you covered with 5 more fitness drills we love and love to hate.

One of the most commonly used and standardized warmups for soccer players is the FIFA 11+ which, according to the FIFA Medical Assessment and Research Centre (F-MARC), has been proven in multiple research studies to reduce injuries and enhance performance. It is especially relevant for female athletes age 13-18 who are at greater risk of major injury such as ACL tears.

From grass to turf, field types can have a huge impact on not just your technical and tactical approach to the game, but also your comfort and safety. The type of surface you’re playing on, and the condition it’s in, can increase the risk of injury among female athletes. So what do we know about the various field types and how can we ensure we’re wearing the best footwear for each surface? Keep reading!