El Clásico: The Global Soccer Phenomenon Captivating America
Globally, this single club soccer match garnered hundreds of millions, if not a billion, viewers worldwide. That’s a staggering figure. To put it in perspective for our American audience: the Super Bowl, arguably the biggest annual sporting event in the United States, typically pulls in around 100-115 million viewers domestically. While the Super Bowl is…
Haunting Kicking Fails: NFL’s Spookiest Moments
Halloween is a time for spooky stories, things that go bump in the night, and of course, candy! But for NFL and college kickers and their fans, there are some ghosts that linger long after the costumes are put away. We’re talking about those monumental misses, the kicks that snatched victory from the jaws of…
Elite Soccer Camps This November & December
At The Kicking System, we believe in continuous growth, unwavering passion, and the power of community. That’s why we’re thrilled to unveil our upcoming lineup with FC Balboa of exclusive player and coach development camps, bringing world-class expertise right to your doorstep this November and December! Get ready to learn, grow, and connect with the…
The Fragile Career of NFL Kickers: A Reality Check
The Kicker’s NightmareStaying Healthy When Your Job is on the Line If you’ve been watching the NFL this season, it feels like every other snap ends with a player heading to the blue medical tent. The kicking position, in particular, has been hit hard, with a growing list of specialists sidelined across the league. Just…
Lessons from U.S. U-20 Team’s World Cup Journey
As a coach, and especially as a former kicker, I get fired up watching athletes execute under pressure. It doesn’t matter if it’s a 50-yard field goal to win the game or a free kick on the world stage—the core principles are the same: technique, mental toughness, and unwavering trust in your preparation. Right now,…
The Knuckleball Dilemma: Solving the LA Rams’ Kicking Woes
The conversation around the Los Angeles Rams’ kicking situation has brought a fascinating strategic debate to the forefront. As second-year kicker Joshua Karty navigates the pressures of the NFL, some have questioned if his use of the specialized knuckleball kickoff is affecting his field goal mechanics. This has led to a compelling idea, recently championed…
Kicking Revolution: Specialists Redefining NFL Strategy
Here at The Kicking System, we know that the outcome of a game often rests on the disciplined mechanics and mental fortitude of one player: the specialist. While the outside world is often late to the party, the first few weeks of the 2025 NFL season have made it impossible to ignore the impact of…
Winter Soccer Camp: Learn from Croatian U17 Coach
At The Kicking System, we are passionate about every facet of athletic development. True excellence on the field is built on a foundation of elite technical skill, tactical intelligence, and world-class coaching. That’s why we are incredibly excited to spotlight a rare opportunity for dedicated young soccer players right here in San Diego to learn…
Maximize Your Recruitment: Why Game Film Trumps Showcases
It’s that time of year. The emails are flooding your inbox, the social media ads are everywhere, and the pressure is mounting. It’s showcase season, and the message is loud and clear: if you want to get recruited, you have to be there. You have to pay the fee, travel across the country, and compete…
The Kickoff Revolution: Why Precision is the New Power in the NFL
For decades, the NFL kickoff was one of the most predictable plays in football. A kicker with a powerful leg would line up, take a few running steps, and blast the ball through the back of the end zone. The offense would trot out to the 25-yard line, and the game would continue. That era…
From Manager to Kicker: Leland’s Unlikely Journey
Every kicking coach knows that talent can be found in the most unexpected places. While many specialists are groomed for years, some of the most compelling stories come from athletes who take a non-traditional route. A perfect case study is Leland Kahny, the new starting kicker for the East Central Trojans in Indiana, who made…
San Diego Soccer Leagues: A Parent’s Guide
As a parent of a dedicated young soccer player in San Diego, you’re likely navigating a landscape filled with acronyms, leagues, and pathways that can be confusing. Five of the most prominent names you’ll hear are MLS Next, ECNL (Elite Clubs National League), E64 (Elite 64), the SoCal Soccer League, and the Coastal Soccer League.…
Kansei Matsuzawa: From Japan to NCAA Kicking Hero
Every so often, a moment in football transcends the final score. It tells a story of perseverance, unconventional paths, and pure love for the craft. This past weekend, University of Hawaii kicker Kansei Matsuzawa gave us one of those moments. With the game on the line against Stanford, Matsuzawa, a sophomore from Japan, stepped up…
Training Tips for Powerful Kicks: 8 Key Exercises
Every kicker wants more power. Whether you’re aiming for the top corner of a soccer goal or sending a 50-yard field goal through the uprights, generating explosive force is the name of the game. Here at The Kicking System, our philosophy is built on decades of experience in elite athletic training. Before founding TKS, I,…
TKS Lesson Spotlight: Torrey Pines Kicker Dean Builds a Foundation for Success
At The Kicking System, we believe that big results come from mastering the small details. It’s a philosophy we bring to every training session, and it was on full display this week during a fantastic private lesson with Dean, a promising kicker from Torrey Pines High School. Dean came in ready to work, and we…
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