[jd6885]

I've lost faith in Ryan. He's not subbed well, and I don't like his style of play. I want to see these girls play play with a definite rhythm and confidence. We haven't seen that. You've got to admit, maybe the reason why no one cares for this team is because they play boring soccer. Instead of making dangerous chances, the US has resorted to dumping long balls from the defense into the mixup at the opposite half. We then press for the ball and try to force the defenders to make mistakes. It might work well against teams wit bad defences, but then what do we do against Germany or Norway? Their defenses are adept at handling pressure and clearing long balls.

Anyways, I think it's time for a coaching change. I propose Mark Krikorian, the former coach of the Philadelphia Charge. Or Foudy even... she's been where these players have been and she's always been a great leader on the pitch. We could see a Dicicco-esque style from her, stressing the fundamentals, and a quick attacking rhythm.

[kool-aide]

Where's that other thread about US coaching lacking tactical nuance or well, knowledge. oh, the men's forum Seriously, after the games so far, I agree. Ryan is out of his depth. For those that think the poor play is all b/c of the players (and yes, they should bare some of the responsibility) they can't sub themselves in/out.

Does the WNT get the best women's soccer coaches? The last two aren't convincing me that we do. I can sort of see how a coach w/ a really nice gig cough...Jerry...cough wouldn't want to quit it for a 4 yr or so run w/ the nats. And w/ soccer, you can't really do what the women's bball folks do and have the head coach take a yr sabatical for the cup/Olympics.

AndyMeade made an excellent point about much needed game time for players. I think the same thing can be said for coaches.

[Crimson Ace]

I heard there's some guy from Chelsea that's available...

[kool-aide]

Originally Posted by Crimson Ace

I heard there's some guy from Chelsea that's available...

well played.

[BigGuy]

Hey they won

But, when and if they make a change it would help if they get someone who has worked with men with a history of success.

Also someone who has a UEFA A license and not just a USSF A licence.

Also some little things that were not done today in total can make a big difference on how the team plays as a whole.

[kool-aide]

Originally Posted by BigGuy

Hey they won

But, when and if they make a change it would help if they get someone who has worked with men with a history of success.

Also someone who has a UEFA A license and not just a USSF A licence.

Also some little things that were not done today in total can make a big difference on how the team plays as a whole.

I agree w/ the last two things you said. I do not think the next coach needs/should have experience coaching men. player management wise and motivational styles are very different for men vs women. Also, I don't think women's soccer (or women's sports in general) should try to be "just like the men." Women are not men. They can't/shouldn't try to replicate something else. They should develop/approach the women's game on its own terms and for its own value.

[BigGuy]

Originally Posted by kool-aide

I agree w/ the last two things you said. I do not think the next coach needs/should have experience coaching men. player management wise and motivational styles are very different for men vs women. Also, I don't think women's soccer (or women's sports in general) should try to be "just like the men." Women are not men. They can't/shouldn't try to replicate something else. They should develop/approach the women's game on its own terms and for its own value.

He should have an assistant or two that are women with coaching experience.

[BigGuy]

We played much better after the second goal because we stopped worrying about losing the ball and about not taking any risks.

Play like that the whole game that should be our game.

[kool-aide]

Originally Posted by BigGuy

He should have an assistant or two that are women with coaching experience.

Why? Just curious as to your reasons.

[BigGuy]

Originally Posted by kool-aide

Why? Just curious as to your reasons.

I don't think the coaches we have expect enough out of their game.

They get in trouble they take the easy way out and give up the ball.

Also they try to bypass are mids because if they lose the ball at least it is in the opponents defensive third of the field.

You trust their game you won't want them to play like that.