How to Buy Kids Soccer Socks

There are many things new soccer parents have to learn. First they have to feel their way through where and what to purchase for there little athlete. Then after all of that they get to figure out how to put all of this equipment on, from the jerseys, shorts, shoes, shin guards, and a myriad other items down to their kids soccer socks. So to offer a helping hand, here are a few points about why soccer socks are important and how they should be worn.

First lets talk about the purpose of soccer socks. There main purpose is to provide added protection for the players legs. Just think about how it would feel for a ball that has just been kicked at high speed to hit your bear leg. Ouch that is going to leave a mark. Also try to picture soccer cleats raking across your sock less lower leg.

The cleats are obviously going to do more damage on the bear leg. And if this happens a couple of times, the player’s leg is quickly going to be in bad shape. Yes, these brief mental images make it clear that soccer socks are an important part of your child’s uniform. Now that we have their purpose clearly in mind, let’s talk a little about soccer sock design.

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Soccer socks are much thicker than regular socks, and often there is some added padding for additional protection. There are a wide variety of materials used in the construction of these socks. Many are made with pure cotton blends or cotton wool blends. Additionally in the more expensive socks, several different kinds of synthetics are used to help make the socks breath better, and to aid in cooling.

Many socks also add reinforced stitching in the heel and toe area. Pay particular attention to the top of the sock. You want to make sure that it does not have a tight elastic band, as this can cause irritation and inhibit blood flow (increasing the possibility of cramping).

One question that more than one new soccer parent has asked is, “how should soccer socks be worn?” There are differing opinions as to the correct answer to this question, but most agree that the soccer socks should be worn over a players shin guards. In many soccer league it is a requirement to wear the socks over the shin guards. So it may be to your advantage to call your child’s coach and find out what your local leagues rules are.

Here are a couple of additional reasons for wearing the socks over the shin guards. One important reason is the socks help to hold the shin guards in place, preventing the guards from shifting out of position or falling down. A second but less important reason is that the socks help to keep the shin guards clean and in good repair, thus making them last longer.

So although most of the time socks are not a big concern for us, when it comes to kids soccer socks there is a little more to be considered. However now that you are armed with more knowledge, don’t be afraid to pull your kids socks ‘over their shin guards’ and send them out to play.

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