Inside College Soccer 43: Mario Felix - University of Missouri Women's Soccer Assistant Coach LIVE from the United Soccer Coaches Convention
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Jan 16, 2023 
Mario Felix, the new assistant coach at the University of Missouri Women’s Soccer team, shares insights from his coaching journey, including stints at Southern Utah and UC Santa Barbara. He discusses the unique recruiting dynamics in women's soccer, contrasting strategies for mid-major versus SEC schools. Mario highlights the critical link between conference performance and NCAA tournament success. He emphasizes the importance of impactful video highlight reels and the pivotal role of club coaches in player recruitment, advocating for a well-rounded approach to college soccer opportunities.
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Alabama's Athletic Edge
- Mario Felix describes Alabama's team as athletic across every position, impacting how opponents must prepare.
- Players cover a lot of ground, manage 1v1 challenges, and use athleticism to create mismatches.
Athleticism Is More Than Speed
- Athleticism in soccer involves more than sprinting; it includes lateral movement, start-stop ability, and controlled aerial challenges.
- These nuanced athletic skills are critical and often misunderstood aspects of player evaluation.
Conference Strength Impacts Tournament
- Conference strength drastically affects making the NCAA tournament; strong conferences may exclude highly ranked teams.
- Small margins in performance and results often decide postseason participation in tough conferences like the SEC.