What is a Certified Athletic Trainer? How can you know your team’s athletic trainer is legit?
When you hear someone mention “athletic trainer”, who do you think of? Do you think of someone who is a personal trainer? Do you imagine the person giving water to athletes? How about the one running on the field at sporting events when there is an injury? Do you think of someone who can treat […]
Concussions and Soccer
Valuable information from Olympus Movement Performance Over the course of a few weeks, we will be diving into the topic of Concussions. What is a concussion, baseline concussion testing, myths about concussions, can we treat a concussion, acute concussion recommendations, etc. Today we will try to understand concussions and discuss Baseline Concussion Testing. Understanding Concussions […]
The Force is Strong with the San Diego Sockers
From all of us at SoccerNation, we hope you are in the midst of a wonderful holiday season! If you need a family break before New Year’s Eve, the Sockers have just the ticket! When? Sunday night, December 29th, at 5:05pm. Where? The “Sports Arena,” also known as Pechanga Arena. STAR WARS NIGHT. There will […]
SOCKERS & LEGACY LACES TO HELP KIDS PLAY SPORTS
Kids’ feet grow quickly! Do you have gently-used cleats laying around your home? Bring them into a soccerloco retail store to donate to LEGACY LACES. You’ll be helping a child play soccer, and you’ll receive a 15% off coupon. Win Win! The San Diego Sockers have partnered with Legacy Laces and Soccerloco to help deserving […]
Landon Donovan Signs With San Diego Sockers
The Major Arena Soccer League got a huge boost today when Landon Donovan was announced as the San Diego Sockers new number 9. Widely considered as the United States’ greatest ever men’s player, landing Donovan is a game changer. “We are thrilled to announce that one of the greatest soccer stars in US history is […]
MLS to San Diego? Here’s What Some Local Members of the Soccer Scene Had to Say
By now, you’ve likely heard plenty about the possibility of an MLS team starting in San Diego. Whether it be through the noteworthy addition of Landon Donovan as an investor, or the infamous votes for a “Footy McFooty Face” name, there is no lack of local attention for a potential new professional club. Although the […]
San Diego Sockers Game on Sunday, March 19
Support San Diego’s professional indoor soccer team as they continue their playoff run and help SoccerCity SD bring the MLS to San Diego. Each ticket purchase will get you reserved seating in the corner loge for the game, plus the chance to be part of the Parade Of Champions on the field during the pregame announcements! The March 19th […]
San Diego Sockers Win Playoff Opener; Plus Celebrity Game Wrap
The San Diego Sockers gave their fans two shows for the price of one on Sunday night. The Sockers defeated the Ontario Fury 9-4 in Game 1 of their 1st round MASL Playoff series, a comprehensive victory that was the epitome of a team effort. Five different Sockers players got on the score-sheet and the home […]
SoccerNation Sitdown: Landon Donovan – Part Four
When it comes to American Soccer, you would be hard pressed to find a more recognizable name than Landon Donovan. The all-time leader in goals and assists for the United States Men’s National Team is also becoming a familiar face to residents of San Diego, with Donovan and his family recently moving to America’s Finest […]
SoccerNation Sitdown: Landon Donovan – Part Three
When it comes to American Soccer, you would be hard pressed to find a more recognizable name than Landon Donovan. The all-time leader in both goals and assists for the United States Men’s National Team is also becoming a familiar face to residents of San Diego, with Donovan and his family recently moving to America’s […]
SoccerNation Sitdown: Landon Donovan – Part Two
When it comes to American Soccer, you would be hard pressed to find a more recognizable name than Landon Donovan. The all-time leader in goals and assists for the United States Men’s National Team is also becoming a familiar face to residents of San Diego, with Donovan and his family recently moving to America’s Finest […]
SoccerNation Sitdown: Landon Donovan – Part One
When it comes to American Soccer, you would be hard pressed to find a more recognizable name than Landon Donovan. The all-time leader in goals and assists for the United States Men’s National Team is also becoming a familiar face to residents of San Diego, with Donovan and his family recently moving to America’s Finest […]
Arena Dreams: Kraig Chiles and San Diego Sockers on Quest for 15
With just five games left in their regular season schedule, and with the team sitting in first place in the Pacific Division, the San Diego Sockers are looking poised to make a serious run at an Major Arena Soccer League championship. The Sockers are 10-5 on the campaign, and playing an extremely well rounded brand of […]
Presidio Soccer League Night at San Diego Sockers Game
San Diego youth soccer players and teams from Presidio Soccer League enjoyed a night at the San Diego Sockers game on Friday, December 2nd. The stands were filled with players in their club uniforms along with their coaches and families — all cheering for the Sockers; and the Sockers did not disappoint. “Everyone had a […]
Episode 4 – Patience in the Premier League, Sockers Thrash Turlock, Club Tijuana Win Again and More
Dike and Nate open up with an analysis of what is going on in the American Soccer Pyramid. Why did the Tampa Bay Rowdies and Ottawa Fury decide to relegate themselves and how does the shifting landscape in MLS, USL, PDL and NASL affect San Diego? The guys then run through the weekend that was […]
Around the World With a Six Pack
Apart from marquee tournaments, international breaks are often viewed as a nuisance rather than a blessing. Thankfully for soccer fans here in California and around the globe, there was plenty of quality action on which to feast this weekend, despite the hiatus from our favorite leagues. There were heated World Cup Qualifiers in Europe, South […]