Training For Skills
Soccer players like to do soccer tricks and to see what they can do with the ball. Really shining as an individual requires knowing and mastering the basics of ball handling and moving. There really are many fun ways to drill in the basic soccer techniques. Keeping the skill building fun will make everybody want to practice and it just builds momentum. The more you like to practice, the more fun practice is.
Training For Teamwork
The coach must set the system, tactics and style of play for the team. Practice can help the players work together to make it all come together as a strategy at game time. Practice helps every player learn to place his position better and move the ball better. It's up to the coach to put the players in positions that will best play to each players strengths and playing style.
Training For Conditioning
Conditioning can help prevent injuries. For younger players just moving around is all the conditioning needed. But as players mature it's important to build muscle to protect joints. It's also vital to teach how to move and turn to prevent injury too. Toughness comes with conditioning too. Tough players keep going and that's an important quality for success.
Soccer techniques are learned in practice. Natural athletic ability is great, but soccer skills must be developed. Training can improve individual skills, team skills and conditioning. Conditioning is essential to prevent injuries.