Sherif El Refai emphasizes the critical role of communication in soccer, as experienced during his six years playing for the University of North Carolina while earning his Doctor of Pharmacy. Effective communication among teammates can greatly influence decision-making and enhance motivation, often determining the outcome of a game. In higher levels of play, clarity and assertiveness in communication are essential for maximizing scoring opportunities.

1. By Sherif El Refai

2. Sherif El Refai played soccer for the University of North
Carolina for six years while earning his Doctor of
Pharmacy.

3. Communication is one of the key elements of a winning
soccer team. Not only does it provides crucial
information to your teammates, communicating on the
field is important in staying motivated and keeping up
momentum. The difference between winning and losing
often comes down to which teams know how to
communicate among their teammates.

4. When a player is in possession of the ball, having a
teammate giving him or her information will make his or
her decision a lot easier. As you pass the ball, give your
teammates a description that will allow them to make
quick decisions. Let your teammates know if there are
defenders behind them, if they have time, and where
they should turn.

5. There is no room for shyness on the soccer field. You
need to talk and talk loudly. If you are open and have a
scoring opportunity, you need to demand the ball from
your teammate. If you remain quiet and hope your
teammate will see you, you may lose an opportunity to
score for your team.

6. The higher the level of soccer, the more important these
points are, because scoring opportunities become less
common. Communication on the field gives your team
an advantage in making the most of every opportunity.