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Youth Development: From Losers to World Cup Champions

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Gerald Lafon

A few weeks ago, Japan’s women’s soccer team won the World Cup beating the favorite American team in a penalty shootout after twice coming from behind.  Along the way, Japan had eliminated another favorite team: Germany, the host of the … Continue reading →

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Where’s the Tai Sabaki?

Posted on January 18, 2011 by Gerald Lafon

I’ve known this for many years, but it really hit me hard during the Winter Nationals Coach Education Course as I watched coaches running through Kelly’s Capers: we lack a basic understanding of tai sabaki (body movement) and the ability … Continue reading →

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Cold Feet, Booties, and Socks

Posted on December 16, 2010 by Gerald Lafon

As I write this, I’m travelling in Japan. I’ve already taken in three days of the Tokyo Slam. Yesterday, I received a chiropractic massage from a traditional practitioner of Muso Taijutsu. And today, I climbed 1373 steps to reach the … Continue reading →

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