Yeah we're caught in a conundrum. We want our kids to developed their skills, but we also want them to... [MORE]

lee

Aug 26, 2008 15:23

Paul Gardner speaks the truth. I wish it weren't true but it is. One earlier poster suggested the problem is... [MORE]

Jim Compton

Feb 12, 2007 09:28

I do not agree with this article. I believe there is very good soocer being played in the USA. Yes,... [MORE]

Murph

Nov 28, 2006 19:51

It's fine for colleges and universities to offer athletic programs for its students, but when these college programs take on... [MORE]

Ron Rockman

Nov 28, 2006 19:03

I was a HS coach for 30 years in 3 different sports. If all I did was try to get... [MORE]

Michael

Jul 25, 2007 17:10

Paul Gardner is terrific at finding faults with American soccer but rarely offers solutions or ideas to overcome them. He...

Michael

Nov 23, 2006 13:10

Paul's comments are not news to the US soccer fan. I think his focus on the college game is wrong.... [MORE]

Bruce Gowan

Nov 22, 2006 17:51

Criticizing college soccer for its physical style and emphasis on hustle is ridiculous. That is the way Americans play sports... [MORE]

Tony Caplan

Nov 22, 2006 17:38

This is a major and very real let down to anyone who has been dreaming of playing professional soccer. It's... [MORE]

Cassie

Nov 22, 2006 16:32

Great article! [MORE]

Objectivo

Nov 22, 2006 15:59

My son chose to attend college after returning from a year at a pro club in europe while still in... [MORE]

RG

Nov 21, 2006 23:52

Wow, finally someone who agrees that men's college soccer is a waste. I won't repeat what the author of the... [MORE]

Ivan D. Ivanov

Nov 21, 2006 13:37

Nothing was mentioned about the low pay that mls provides. I believe that also prevents many younger players to commit... [MORE]

a fan

Nov 21, 2006 20:47