How to Best Dress for Youth Soccer in Cold Weather

Soccer is played all year long, in all weather conditions. It's important for players to dress properly in order to enjoy the game and to play most efficiently.

Things You'll Need

  • Soccer Apparel
  • Soccer Cleats
  • Soccer Shin Guards
  • Soccer Uniforms
  • soccer balls
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Instructions

    • 1

      Make sure clothing complies with league or team rules, such as color coordination.

    • 2

      Invest in state-of-the-art fabrics for optimal warmth and comfort.

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      Dress children more warmly than you would an adult. They have less body fat to keep them warm.

    • 4

      Dress goalkeepers in extra layers, since they generate less warmth than field players.

    • 5

      Wear turtlenecks under jerseys.

    • 6

      Wear less expensive clothing layered over sports fabrics if cost is an issue.

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      Avoid cotton, which absorbs moisture, making it heavy and uncomfortable.