Author: Charles Richard Cotton


charles Cotton Charles Richard Cotton is an internationally licensed expert specializing in teaching kids 7-17 how to unleash their own Soccer Genius - for on and off field success. He has over 30 years experience playing, coaching, and leading soccer communities. His accelerated training methods and unique soccer "Mind, Body, Heart and Spirit" approach help players and coaches achieve their highest levels of play and personal development. Charles lives in Calgary, Canada with his 3 beautiful daughters.

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The History of the Game...1004 BC in Japan

Posted by Charles Richard Cotton on Sunday, February 6, 2011, In : Did You Know? 
Did you know one of the earliest forms of soccer in which players kicked a ball around on a small field has been traced as far back to 1004 B.C. in Japan.

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Now THAT'S a Long Time to Head a Ball!!!

Posted by Charles Richard Cotton on Sunday, February 6, 2011, In : Did You Know? 
Did You Know?

The longest time heading a football without it dropping is 8 hr 32 min 3 sec by Tomas Lundman (Sweden) at the Gångsatrahallen, Lidingo, Sweden, on February 27, 2004.

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