Fairo Soccer

Welcome to Fairo Sport | Training Sessions, Private Coaching, Summer Camps & Coaching Collaborations

Fairo Sport is a veteran owned company founded by Stephen Swanger who is also a child of a Marine Corps officer and moved often thoughout his childhood. After a brief college stint in North Carolina, he signed a development contract with Provincial Osorno, Chile and after the tutelage of Jorge Garces, spent 2-years with with 1st division soccer teams in Chile and Bolivia. In 1993 he left the game

Exclusive Soccer Training Session | Boys -2014 - 2016 11/12/2023

Swan Soccer Development coach Stephen Swanger is hosting an exclusive training session for aspiring select/premier-level soccer players born in 2014, 2015, or 2016. This limited-capacity session will provide players with the opportunity to learn from an experienced profession coach with a proven track record improving tactical knowledge, and passionate about working with players of this age.

Exclusive Soccer Training Session | Boys -2014 - 2016 2014, 2015, and 2016 boys! Unleash Your Soccer Potential with Swan Soccer Development's Exclusive Training Session at Spokane Soccer Center

Photos from Fairo Soccer's post 10/11/2023

"I've played and coached soccer and taught in classrooms all over the world, and I'm excited to bring my wealth of experience to training grounds in Spokane, WA. I'm here to serve the needs of all players, regardless of their skill level or experience. Let's work together to make you the best soccer player you can be!" Stephen Swanger
https://swansoccer.fairosport.com/event/10-13-23-spokane-soccer-training/

08/14/2023

El mundo es un panuelo.. From Colombia 🇨🇴 to Spain 🇪🇸 🔥⚽️👍✈️🇺🇸 !!! Good to see you again Steven!!!

fairosport.com 06/26/2023

14 Field players maximum join professional coaches and scouts from the Spire Institute and Steven Gerrard Academy for live goal-scoring small game practices from 11:30 – 2pm each day.

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Missoula Surf and Fairo Sport - Challenger Sports 05/08/2023

Highly competitive with specific focus on collegiate preparation and educating our younger players on how to train accordingly⚽️🔥Birth years 2014. - 2008 - June 19-23 - 9am - 2pm daily | BUT LOOK High School athletes! If you’re interested in training, we’re looking to add an evening session for you! DM if interested! ⚽️

Missoula Surf and Fairo Sport - Challenger Sports Aimed at the Elite player, Elite camps provide an advanced pathway based upon our legacy programs of Post To Post and SoccerPlus, established by the legendary US Women's Coach, Tony DiCicco. Both field players and goalkeepers alike can attend day or residential camps as part of our SPIRE ID Program-...

Important Update for 2023 Gig Harbor Soccer and GK Camp 04/15/2023

Unfortunately, due to some unforeseen circumstances, we weren’t able to hold the Gig Harbor Goalkeeper camp this year. Please read more to learn about our offerings near Gig Harbor.

Important Update for 2023 Gig Harbor Soccer and GK Camp The 2023 Gig Harbor Soccer Camp is taking place in Fife, WA, beginning July 5th, and we would love to have you join us if you can make it.

Valencia Pre-Season - InternationalDA 04/13/2023

Pre-Season in Valencia Spain is now Oh so oficial!
The grand pre-season training kicks off at the International Development Academy (IDA) in Spain from August 5th to August 19th this year.

- Daily on-field training with UEFA licensed coaches.
- Performance training - specialized gym sessions.
- Trials with local clubs
- Accommodation & meals at Mas Camarena Resort.
- Nike Kit Package.
- Airport transfers.
- Cultural immersion - sightseeing, stadium tours.
- Games against local academies.
- and more!

Valencia Pre-Season - InternationalDA IDA Valencia Pre-Season is meant to give players the chance to get touches on the ball prior to heading back to the school of their choice.

f.1982 SoccerPlus Goalkeeper & Field Player Legacy Begins 03/26/2023

Whether you are looking to become a star goalkeeper or a midfield maestro, a SoccerPlus camp can give you the skills and confidence you need to excel on the field.

f.1982 SoccerPlus Goalkeeper & Field Player Legacy Begins Founded in 1982, SoccerPlus program has been instrumental in Developing Soccer Skills and Techniques in both Goalkeepers and Field Players.

Best Soccer IQ with Coach Licensing and Referee Licensing 03/17/2023

Do the players in your club have Soccer IQ?

Best Soccer IQ with Coach Licensing and Referee Licensing Besides improving soccer IQ for members, Coach Licensing and Referee licensing In the Club Curriculum Generates Revenue for the Club.

Ilie Sanchez | Is Simplicity Lost in US Soccer Development - Fairo Sport 03/16/2023

The faithful Barcelona man, former KC and current LAFC midfielder has always been a quiet, yet consistent force for his teams, both defensively and offensively. Is US Soccer missing out on development of these kinds of "late bloomers?"

Ilie Sanchez | Is Simplicity Lost in US Soccer Development - Fairo Sport Ilie is a great defender. He understands the importance of defending spaces, and he does it incredibly well. He knows how to position himself to cut off passing lanes and prevent his opponents from finding gaps in the defense. He recognizes his and others' mistakes, the possible repercussions, and t...

9v1 | Scoring Goals is the Ultimate | Find Space for Success 03/15/2023

Scoring goals is the ultimate mission and creting space by finding gaps and creating space with good runs is the key to get there.

9v1 | Scoring Goals is the Ultimate | Find Space for Success For Scoring Goals a Striker in Soccer Must Possess Exceptional Abilities Concerning Making Good Runs and Finding the Best Spaces

Is is Time to Set Back Student Athletes' Eligibility Clock? 03/15/2023

Instead of penalizing a student athlete for making a good decision to study and play at a JUCO, we should encourage and support them by resetting the eligibility clock to zero hour.

Is is Time to Set Back Student Athletes' Eligibility Clock? Many believe that junior college student athletes are an essential part of the collegiate system. They provide a vital link between high school and university

College Soccer Recruiting Needs a Model like Junior Hockey 03/14/2023

US SOCCER NEEDS A MODEL LIKE JUNIOR HOCKEY

College Soccer Recruiting Needs a Model like Junior Hockey College Soccer Needs a system modeled on the USHL, and it should be designed to meet the specific needs of young soccer players.

Maximize a Child's Potential: Invest in Soccer Abroad 03/10/2023

Playing soccer abroad can be an excellent way to invest in your high school child’s education. It offers a unique ...

International Development Academy

Maximize a Child's Potential: Invest in Soccer Abroad Playing Soccer Abroad Can Provide Valuable Networking Opportunities. They will meet new people from different backgrounds and cultures

Too Much Long Ball! Let's Play to the Possession Midfielder 03/09/2023

Isn't it frustrating to watch a team continuously kick the ball up the field instead of utilizing their possession midfielder for attacking plays. Not only does it waste valuable possessions, but it also puts unnecessary pressure on the team’s defense.

Too Much Long Ball! Let's Play to the Possession Midfielder A Possession Midfielder Can the game, dictate the tempo, and create attacking opportunities and and should be valued by fans and coaches

Thrive on Buildout | Breaking Lines w/ Holding Midfielder 03/08/2023

Why on earth are all these teams passing it into "dangerous areas?" Should we be imitating the pros when we see so many team score "easy goals?"

Thrive on Buildout | Breaking Lines w/ Holding Midfielder By passing the ball to the goalkeeper, the holding midfielder can draw the opposition press towards them, allowing the goalkeeper time..

Proprioception: Outstanding for a #1 Complete Goalkeeper 03/08/2023

As a goalkeeper, you are the last line of defense between the opposition and the goalpost. You have to be quick, agile, and able to react to the ball at any moment. To achieve this, you need to have a strong sense of proprioception....

Proprioception: Outstanding for a #1 Complete Goalkeeper Goalkeeper trainings that Involve Proprioception are vital as it mproves the goalkeeper's spatial awareness, balance, control and reaction time.

Photos from Fairo Soccer's post 03/06/2023

MISSOULA - TACOMA - SEATTLE | Fortune Favors the Bold |
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Photos from Fairo Soccer's post 03/05/2023

High School Players! Get Scouted by European Academies! https://fairosport.com/soccer-camps-and-events/

02/12/2023

We are seeing a tournament event planner for 4 v 4 and Keeper Wars competitions to be coordinated alongside soccer camps for June and July.

This is a ground for position ideal for someone with an entreprenueral mindset, detail-oriented, a team player, and equipped with leadership traits to organize the initial planning, marketing, and growth for the future.

This is a subcontracted position and pay will be determined on a per participant basis.

02/11/2023

How do you honor a legacy? Join our conversation at SoccerPlus USC GK 1/2/3/N Alumni and see how.
When you train the front smother what are the key physical aspects that you are looking for? Consider ball security, coordination, balance, control, and symmetry.
What game scenarios are there when a goalkeeper should go to ground instead of securing the ball in the basket catch? What is the mindset of the goalkeeper in this scenario?
What other techniques are complements to the successful ex*****on of a "aesthetically appealing" front smother save?

https://www.facebook.com/1314396046006679/videos/2119600808250364/

02/10/2023
#4. [Handling] Side Contour Catch 02/07/2023

Join the conversation! SoccerPlus USC GK 1/2/3/N Alumni

Today's skill challenge is the side contour, where the goalkeeper uses footwork that "gets the goalkeeper's head behind the ball and enables them to have their arms in proper shape."

When considering balance and the shape of the head, core, and legs, the side contour is exactly the same as the basket, except the hands are in front of the chest or head creating "double security."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ecWOvct6vlU
In terms of decision making in a tactical environment, what should also be considered? In training and game situations what are the expectations of the goalkeeper? Why?

#4. [Handling] Side Contour Catch iSoccer and Tony DiCicco are excited to bring you the new iSoccer Goalkeeper Skills! Now we need your help so we can gather scores, create the Skill Levels, ...

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Elite Goalkeeper Camps

Since starting a goalkeeping academy in 2016 Stephen Swanger has trained hundreds of goalkeepers throughout The Pacific Northwest, Montana, and Hawai.. Stephen is the Goalkeeper Trainer for Bainbridge Island FC, Southlake SC, and Eagleclaw FC. He has over 25 years of experience coaching. His greatest experiences are training with professional clubs in Chile and Bolivia in the early 90’s. With a Masters degree in education, fluency in Spanish and a student of the game, he brings passion and unique insights to the goalkeeping position.

The Fairo goalkeeping curriculum is based upon proven pedagogical learning and teaching methods and all goalkeeper coaches who work with Coach Swanger share the passion for coaching goalkeepers and maintain the high standards expected by our 100s of clients.

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@andersonswanger working with 8 year-old Cole today with defending techniques and skill. Anderson will be the first coac...
Two great days in Tacoma and Seattle working alongside some hard working kids.  #carrythefire⚽️ #soccercoach #goalkeeper...
Practice saving low bouncing shots with hip flexibility, dropping vertical, timing, balance, chest over the ball, double...
“Feel the burn” footwork for collecting crosses.  #entrenamientodeporteros —- Want to trial in Spain? 🇪🇸 DM or contact t...
Well, that went by quickly.  Thank you @internationalda_valencia and all the players that were so gracious and passionat...
Activations and warm-up on a hot day in Valencia, Spain. — Grateful to be here.  #portero #amunt #goalkeepers #soccercoa...
After a strong showing this weekend at the @zagwsoccer ID Camp.  Here working with @noraheschmidt on handling on high sa...
@andersonswanger getting that grind. #andersongk #soccerlife #preseason #spokane #fitnessjourney
2007 Breanna showing athleticism with good power and coordination with a prep step. Way to go @potato_man557 ! ⚽️🔥👀✈️🤘✈️...
When I was in the US Army learning the Russian language we learned a saying “повторение - мать учения” Repetition is the...
The kids love the pattern for our crossing section today and did quite well. On the first video, it doesn’t show, but we...
Get a little technical activation for the boys before their third day of small sided games and skills going to goal.  #g...

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