April 30, 2025

Ep 374: Why Rondos are a NON-NEGOTIABLE for Proper Development

1 hour 6 minutes

Getting Back to Basics: Rondos and Receiving Across the Body

In this episode, we dive into the importance of training rondos and the fundamental skill of receiving across the body in soccer.

We address the misconceptions about these training methods and explain why they are crucial for developing players at all levels. We also share personal experiences and insights into how these techniques, when mastered, can significantly improve and solidify a player’s game.

Additionally, we discuss the cultural impact of rondos, how to recognize tactical moments in games, and the broader implications of passion and dedication in the sport.

This episode is packed with valuable information for coaches and parents alike, aiming to elevate the soccer training environment in America.

00:00 Intro

04:14 Receiving Across the Body

11:56 Sub: On Working Your Weak Foot

13:50 Sub: Can This Be Trained on Your Own?

15:25 Sub: How Long Does it Take to Learn?

20:34 Rondos – The Importance as It Relates to Training Possession

23:59 Sub: Judging When to Move on from a Particular Activity

27:29 Sub: The Defensive Development Side of Rondos

28:28 Sub: “Circle Keepaway” and How do Rondos Contribute to Team Culture

33:35 Translating Rondos into Game Situations

37:33 Sub: On Seeing the Solutions within Matches

44:12 On Rondos “Not Being Directional”

45:43 On Bureaucrats and Politicians in Soccer Positions

47:15 On “Work-life Balance”

59:46 The Link to Promotion and Relegation

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