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What is offside?
Offside is a very controversial offense in soccer. A player will receive a penalty if caught by
a ref and it can make goals considered invalid.
It is when the offender makes a shot for the goal when none of the other
teams defenders are next to or in front of him.
For a more comprehensive explanation of offside, check out this link:
http://onthepitch.org/2006/02/28/a-offsides-primer-for-parents/
7/10/2014 4:04:57 AM •
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on Jul 10, 2014
What is advantage and why is it considered so unfair?
Advantage is considered
a serious problem in soccer. Advantage
is when a team gains control of a ball by doing something illegal or fouling
the other team. It is considered dishonest
playing and is not accepted in most soccer leagues.
2/6/2013 1:45:43 PM •
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on Feb 06, 2013
How come soccer balls have those black panels?
The black panels allow players to understand the spin the
ball is taking. This allows their moves
to be more accurate because it helps to determine the direction and velocity of
the ball.
2/6/2013 1:43:55 PM •
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on Feb 06, 2013
What are soccer balls made of and how big are they?
Soccer balls are also
referred to as a #5 ball. The ball
itself must have a circumference between 27 and 28 inches. When filled with air, it should weigh between
14 and 16 ounces. They are made of
leather or a like material.
1/14/2013 12:10:44 PM •
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on Jan 14, 2013
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