Articles by Max Brown
Don't Lose Your Grip!
4 Best Grip Socks for Soccer Players to Wear
By Max Brown|August 30, 2022
Grip socks aren't your ordinary footwear. These special socks with a sticky bottom grip have become a popular soccer fad in recent years, and for good reason: they promote traction...
Communication is Key!
Staff Interview with Clint Often, University of Mary Washington Head of Communications, Marketing, and Sports Information
By Max Brown|August 23, 2022
If you're interested in a career in a college athletic department, look no further than Clint Often's advice. Often is an Assistant Athletic Director and Head of Communications, Marketing, and...
Hit the Road With Confidence!
Roadtrip! 4 Ways to Prepare Yourself for an Away Game
By Max Brown|August 19, 2022
Do you have trouble mentally and physically preparing yourself for away games? Traveling can be tough but we've got you covered! Here's a list of things you can do to...
Make it Rain!
Girl Power: The Top 5 NIL Earners in Women’s College Sports
By Max Brown|August 18, 2022
In the new age of name, image, and likeness rights, many athletes are making a name for themselves in the digital realm. Particularly, women athletes with large social media followings...
Mental Health Matters
5 Ways to Help a Teammate Struggling with Mental Health
By Max Brown|August 17, 2022
Athletes are always told to seek help if they are struggling with mental health, but due to the stigma that surrounds poor mental health in athletes, reaching out is oftentimes...
Be the *Center* of Attention!
Stuck in the Middle? 3 Tips on How to Play Center Midfield in College
By Max Brown|August 16, 2022
Getting recruited as a midfield player in college soccer could mean you step into a variety of roles for your team. But do you struggle with understanding how to best...
Decisions, Decisions...
5 Tips to Help You Choose the Best School When Several Are Offering You An Athletic Scholarship
By Max Brown|August 15, 2022
Are you having trouble picking out the right school for you due to different scholarship offers? It can be difficult to weigh all the factors in a decision like this....
Nice Kicks!
Top 4 Cleat Brands for Soccer Stars
By Max Brown|August 5, 2022
It is estimated that the soccer cleat industry was valued at $3716.3 million in 2021. That's a lot of options, which is why we are here to list the top...
Get Real!
3 Ways to Set Realistic Expectations in the Recruiting Process
By Max Brown|August 4, 2022
Do you want to play a college sport? If so, it's important to remember that it's a difficult task! In the U.S., a little over 7% of high school athletes...
Stay Strong!
Building a Strong Program: Interview with the University of Mary Washington Men’s Head Soccer Coach, Jason Kilby
By Max Brown|July 25, 2022
Come back every Monday for Coaching Staff's Advice on the college recruiting process, what they look for in athletes, and what to expect as a college athlete. Jason Kilby is...
Parents Can Help You Get Recruited, Too!
3 Steps to Help Parents Understand Their Role in the Recruiting Process
By Max Brown|July 14, 2022
Here is one question you must ask yourself as you go through the recruiting process: Have you, as the athlete, been in control? Or have your parents taken the wheel?...
