 It pushed him to master new skill moves and develop proper dribbling technique, taking his game to the next level.
Jonathan S.
Parent of U10 Player
The Problem Isn’t Effort. It’s Knowing What to Train.
Your player may be willing to put in extra work—but without a clear plan, at-home practice can quickly turn into random drills and disconnected touches.
Team Practice Has Limits
- Team sessions have to develop an entire group. That means there is only so much time for repeated, individual technical work.
Extra Practice Can Become Random
- More touches are useful but only when your player knows what to work on, how to work on it, and what comes next.
Practice Doesn’t Always Transfer to Games
Your player may look comfortable practicing alone but still rush decisions, lose control under pressure, or hesitate when the game speeds up.
Smithway Gives Them a Clear Path at Home.
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Short, repeatable sessions.
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Simple video instruction.
See what to do before you start. -
One focus at a time.
No searching for drills or wondering what comes next.
Learn → Repeat → Apply → Grow
Built from 30 years of youth coaching experience.
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Mark Smith created Smithway to give young players a clear way to continue their development between team practices.
From Hesitant to Confident
This is what purposeful repetition and structure are designed to build.
Rushed → More Composed
Build the control and habits needed to play with less rush.
Under Pressure → More Secure on the Ball
Learn how to receive, shield and escape pressure.
Random Practice → Purposeful Practice
Know what you're working on and why
Confidence grows through ability—not just instruction.
"Coach Mark takes the time to break down skills while creating a supportive environment that builds character, courage and creativity."
Danny P.
Parent of U8 Player
Our son's soccer skills, understanding of the game and love for the game have grown from our time with Coach Mark.
Drew K.
Parent of U9 Player
A Step-by-Step System That Builds Over Time
Your player follows a clear progression instead of jumping from one unrelated drill to the next.
✔ Full-year development path — so you always know what comes next.
✔ Focus on a few key skills at a time
✔ Short, repeatable sessions
✔ Designed for at-home training
✔ Video + simple coaching guides
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Learn → Repeat → Apply → Grow
Your player doesn’t need more random practice. They need the right kind of practice.
These are the types of skills your player will develop through the program:
Win Position before the ball arrives
The Maldini Step
See More of the Field When You Receive
The BDT body shape
Stay Balanced While Dribbling Under Pressure
Folded Knee Dribbling
Escape Pressure Before It Arrives
The 90 Degree Rule
Membership Options
Choose how you want to start. Every Smithway option gives your player a clear training path at home.
BEST VALUE
Annual — $199/year
A complete year of Smithway development for approximately the cost of two private lessons.
- 52-week development path
- Full curriculum access
- Field Guides
- Training videos
- First Touch Masterclass
- New curriculum as it becomes available
Monthly for 12 months: $348
Annual: $199
You save: $149 / approximately 43%