OUTSIDE THE BOX SOCCER
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OTB
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After many, many years of analysing the various dynamics of player-coach relationships, including coaches' communication, instruction and feedback ... the verdict was straightforward.
There is an alarming & frankly indescribable lack of emotional rapport between many coaches and players in youth sports. Many of these players fall out of love with the sport, and ultimately their participation in the game.
After reading books, talking to players, listening to their stories and their career highs and lows .... I concluded that often it was not because of the more commonly heard excuses and justifications such as; busy schedule, too demanding, feeling under the weather etc ....
Instead, it was heavily related to the emotional relationship that the player shared with the coach. That their most prominent, emotional association had become a negative one.
The result? Their willingness to show up, to commit, to deliver, had diminished. And therefore so did their soccer career.
I felt I had something deeper, and more rewarding to offer to aspiring soccer players.
Outside The Box Soccer was then founded, and named as a true testament to our scientifically backed approach to soccer instruction!
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Vision
Empathy
Understanding
Gratitude
Care
We believe that in any setting, both recreational & professional - an emotional connection MUST be formed between two parties, in our case - a player and a coach. This will manifest the 'WANTING' to commit, followed by the inevitable, expedited progress.
We believe this so much that we decided to establish our own brand with this exact sentiment at the forefront of all coach, player and family relationships that OTB cultivates!
Philosophy
Values
Principles
Beliefs
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Our purpose is simple: To educate and enrich children's lives through soccer.
Our unwavering mission is to provide the highest quality, and unique experience for all players who pass through any of our camps, programs or individual packages.
Here are a couple of secrets that we pride ourselves on. Remember ... every session, class, camp or clinic follows this list of non-negotiable elements:
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- Every player is a unique individual - treat them that way!
- It is far easier to blossom in a safe, encouraging and free-to-fail environment - create it.
- Incorporate fun, smiles and laughter into your soccer - it will increase engagement, and allow players to subconsciously develop more.
Last but not least - maybe the best part?
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- Small sided games .... and lots of them. After all, the game is the best teacher!
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Thank you ... For taking the time. We appreciate you!
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