The MYS Juggling Club is designed to encourage players to become more technical (fundamentally sound). It will also encourage them to use their soccer ball on a more consistent basis. Juggling is a very useful tool in helping players to “own” the ball.
Why Juggle?
Because juggling can significantly improve your game in many different ways! Your touch on the ball is vital to the game of soccer. If you can juggle the ball consistently, you are more likely to be consistent when receiving and distributing the ball in games. It's a great way for you to learn how the ball reacts to different touches and surfaces. Juggling can also improve your confidence on the ball - not to mention, it is fun!!!
When to Juggle?
The best part about juggling is that you can do it almost anywhere and all it takes is YOU and YOUR BALL!! The most effective way to achieve your juggling goals is to PRACTICE ON YOUR OWN! Beating your score and challenging yourself are important keys to improving your game. Juggling a soccer ball with feet, thighs or head is an excellent activity for both beginners and advanced players alike. It's a great warm-up activity and you will notice that after only a few minutes, your heart rate rises and muscles become warm and loose.
How to submit your juggles?
The Mariner Juggling Club is open to all players within the Mariner Youth Soccer organization. To have your score added to the list and achieve the different levels, you need to juggle in front of your coach or submit a video of you juggling to verify your score. You can submit your score ONLY during the first 2 weeks of the following months.
January, March, May, September and November
Here are the different levels of the Mariner Juggling Club
• Grey: 5-9 Juggles (1st and 2nd grade only)
• Red: 10-19 Juggles
• Blue: 20-49 Juggles
• Gold: 50-119 Juggles
• Platinum: 120+
• Hall of Fame: 500+
Juggling Club Rules
Ball must be kept in the air for consecutive touches. Player returns to zero if the ball hits the ground.
1st grade through 4th grade players - ball may start in their hands, 1st touch must be with the foot & all body parts count as a point.
5th grade through 12th grade players - you must use your feet to pick up the ball. All body parts count as a point.
Players need to perform their juggles in front of a coach or it needs to be captured on video. Once you have achieved your goal please send videos to [email protected] or have your coach reach out so we can add you to our Juggling Club list as well as showcase your talents on social media!
Juggling Club Prizes
Each level of the juggling club not only brings bragging rights but also prizes. Below are the prizes awarded to every player who achieves a level of the juggling club
• Grey: 5-9 Juggles Juggling Club Grey T-Shirt
• Red: 10-19 Juggles Juggling Club Red T-Shirt
• Blue: 20-49 Juggles Juggling Club Blue T-Shirt
• Gold: 50-119 Juggles Juggling Club Long Sleeve T
• Platinum: 120+ Juggling Club Hooded Sweatshirt
• Hall of Fame: 500+ Official USNT personalized Player Jersey
If you reach Hall of Fame Status you will also have your name engraved on a plaque that will be hung at our facility for years to come!