Shortly after a practice or game ends, all players should participate in the collective ritual that I simply call the "aaaaahhhh." Typically, "aaaaahhhh" is the sound that players make when they take off their cleats, socks and shinguards and slip on a cool pair of flip-flops. In Northern California, we can usually get away with flip-flops. But in other parts of the country and depending on the time of year, other footwear may be more appropriate.

Here are more ways players can work on their skills on their own. ...

The offseason is near, so here are ways players can work on their skills on their own. ...