Soccer
Women ConqHERing Sports History
March is Women’s History Month. It is a time to look back and celebrate all the contributions women have made to American history, culture, and society. At Eastbay, our ConqHer campaign continuously highlights women who are breaking barriers in sports. This March we will be sharing some of the stories of women who made history on and off the field in 2020.
Enhance Your Skills with Dribbling & Footwork Drills from Ariana Dos Santos
From her very first steps, Ariana Dos Santos had a soccer ball at her feet. Now you can check out her favorite drills to improve her dribbling and footwork skills.
Soccer Footwork Drills with Shawna Gordon
Soccer star Shawna Gordon shares her favorite soccer drills to improve precise footwork on the pitch.
Fútbol Meets Fashion: Soccer turns to Streetwear
The soccer and fashion worlds are colliding. Check out how many teams are turning to streetwear brands for inspiration.
Q&A with Catalog Cover Artist, Destyni Swoope
Find out more about our March cover artist, Destyni Swoope, as we talk about Eastbay, her art, and women’s empowerment.
Cold-Weather Gear
Eastbay has all the cold-weather gear you need to withstand whatever Mother Nature throws your way while training outdoors this season.
Best Gifts for Soccer Players
Eastbay offers thousands of gifts that keep on giving. Check out our best gifts for soccer players and find exactly what you need this holiday season.
Best Soccer Kits: Support Your Squad In Style
The best soccer teams in the world make the best soccer kits in the world. Learn more about your favorite club’s jersey here.
This Year’s Best Soccer Gear: A position-by-position breakdown
Before you step onto the pitch this fall season, you’ve got to grab this summer’s best soccer gear. Eastbay has you covered with our Soccer Gear Guide.
Julie Ertz: Attacking Adversity
Julie Ertz is one of the fiercest competitors on the planet. Find out how she tackled the challenges and obstacles in her way to become an international soccer superstar.
Nike International Soccer: Rock the Right Kit This Summer
Check out our deep dive into Nike’s newest international kits, and the meaning behind each design.
Paint The Pitch: Introducing the Nike Euphoria Pack
Drip, drip, drip. Nike’s new ‘Euphoria Pack’ soccer boots are here and dripping with style. Eastbay is here to break down each model and what makes them stand out from the rest.
Rapper Shoes: Which Artists Need Their Own Signature Shoe
A definitive ranking of the top hip hop artists who have yet to drop their own signature shoe.
The Ultimate Training Partners: Zach and Julie Ertz
Pro athletes Zach and Julie Ertz train together during the offseason in order to be stronger competitors and a stronger couple.
Which Nike Stadium Jersey Will You Wear? Gear Up For Russia
England. France. Brazil. Portugal. What team will you rep? Get a detailed breakdown of this year’s Nike World Cup Jerseys.
20 Years of Nike Mercurial
What separates the fastest and most dynamic soccer players in the world from the rest of the pack? Well, they share an uncommon level of dedication and drive to dominate. They out-train, out-think, and out-hustle their peers at every turn. And, for over the last two...
Sofia Huerta: Striving to Be Her Best
Eastbay cover star Sofia Huerta is more than a soccer player — she constantly strives to be her best, on and off the field.
Jesus Ferreira and Paxton Pomykal: Leading The Break
Young, flashy, and talented — Jesus Ferreira and Paxton Pomykal are perfect examples of the future of US soccer. Despite not even being old enough to vote, both are already making a name for themselves on FC Dallas. But this is only the beginning for both players....
Your Essential Women’s Soccer Gear Guide
When it comes to gearing up, make sure what you suit up in is built to match your particular set of skills and your position’s requirements with our Women’s Soccer Gear Guide.
Lindsey Horan: Better And Bolder
As her skills and career blossomed, she reached another major milestone: playing for the U.S. Women’s National Team. It wouldn’t take long for her to stand out on this stage too, but gaining a bigger role back in the U.S. was proving to be difficult with PSG halfway across the world.
Proving All of Them Wrong: Here’s how some of soccer’s best have conquered their doubters
Every soccer player has his or her doubters. Whether it’s a coach, family member, or rival, someone has told them that their dreams are too big or impossible. But those words don’t make the elite give up – they only make them work harder. Those haters are fuel to the...
Portland’s Lucas Melano: Staying A Step Ahead On The Pitch
It only took a year for Portland’s Lucas Melano to win a title in the MLS, but that immediate success hasn’t made him any less motivated. Lucas has overcome plenty so far during his career and is constantly focused on proving his doubters wrong. Let’s get to know the...
Crystal Dunn Strives to Join the Elite
Soccer star Crystal Dunn is filled to the brim with talent and personality. We caught up with her to ask about her soccer career and how she’s training and preparing for the world’s largest stage. What’s your pre-game ritual like? “I love to dance around the locker...
Midfielder Wil Trapp’s is a true hometown success story
During our youth, we were all asked the same question seemingly a million times: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” For diehard sports fans, the answer was so easy. “I want to be a star in my favorite pro sport! For my hometown team! I want all my family and...
Fall Sports 2016: Conquer Your Can’t
As you prep for fall sports, let’s gain inspiration from some of the best athletes on the planet: the J.J. Watts, Ronaldos, and Jordan Larsons of the world. What separates these truly dominant players from their other really good opponents? Usually, they are the...
Eastbay Athletes Pay Tribute To Their Mothers
It’s Mother’s Day, the day people and athletes around the world pay respect to their #1 fan, supporter, teacher, and sometimes even chef. Here’s what Eastbay athletes have to say about their moms. Happy Mother's Day to the funniest person I know!! Your humor has been...
One Goal: Stepping Up When It Matters Most
Soccer is in Luis Gil’s blood. Coming from a family of soccer players, the American midfielder first started playing at just three years old and was coached in youth leagues by his father. “My dad was a pretty difficult coach,” Gil said. “He expected a lot of me and...
Your Team. Your Country: The New U.S. Men’s Soccer Kits
On June 3, the U.S. men’s national team will square off against Columbia in the first match of the COPA America Centenario, and when they do, they will be wearing brand new team kits. The 2016 USA Nike Vapor Kits are built from the ground up to showcase the blazing...
The Secret Behind The Rise Of Danielle Colaprico
This summer, she has One Goal, and these are the steps she’s taking to achieve it. It would be easy for Danielle Colaprico to sleep in or ease up during her training. After all, at only 22 years old and already playing a key role on the United States U-23 team, she’s...
World Champion USWNT Hosts First Of Its Kind SheBelieves Cup
The U.S. women have already qualified for this summer’s biggest soccer event but they aren’t waiting to take on their global competitors. This year, the USWNT is hosting the inaugural SheBelieves Cup March 3-9. Top international contenders Germany, France, and England...
One On One: Zack Steffen On Defending Penalty Kicks
Few positions in all of sports are as mentally demanding as a goalkeeper. Although they may not be running around the field for 90 minutes like their teammates, the difference between success or failure comes down to just a few split-second reactions. No single moment...
New Colors, Same Speed: Nike ‘Liquid Shift’ Pack
This year’s models of the Tiempo, Magista, Mercurial, and Hypervenom soccer boots have been smash hits. Beloved by many of the world’s best, they are the perfect blend of innovative new technology and proven performance. Just a couple months ago, Nike released the...
Women’s Soccer Preview: Find The Perfect Cleat
With spring soccer season right around the corner, it’s time to get new cleats. Let’s break down some of this season’s hottest options to help you start the year off right. Leading this year’s fast break is the Nike Tiempo Legend VI. This boot is designed from the...
The 12 Must-Follow Athletes On Instagram
Many of the world’s best athletes are active on Instagram. It’s a great way for athletes to connect with their fans off the field. And for these 12, game-day skills translate into social dominance. These are the top 12 athletes that you NEED to follow on Instagram....
Year in Review: Part 2. It’s all about You
First off, thank you to all our readers, customers, and fans for making 2015 one for the record books. We hope you had a great year too. To celebrate, we piled together some of the stats to show you just how awesome 2015 really was. Check it out below.
U.S. Women Start Out Strong In 2016
The defending world champs started off the year with another victory. The U.S. women’s soccer team shut out the Republic of Ireland during a friendly over the weekend. The 5-0 victory was the first match of 2016, capping off the team’s nine-game victory tour after...
2015 In Review: The Best Of Eastbay Athletes
2015 has become the past. While there are many incredible sports moments yet to come in 2016, this is a time to look back at all the major feats our Eastbay athletes accomplished this past year — they did pretty well. 2015 World Cup Champions Leading up to the...
From The Depths Of Madeira: Nike CR7 Collection
Once a year, Cristiano Ronaldo releases his CR7s in a sick limited-edition colorway, and this year is no different. Inspired by his birthplace — the volcanic Portuguese island of Madeira — bursts of orange, red, and purple combine to create a look this 'Savage Beauty'...
Gyasi Zardes: Putting His Best Foot Forward
Gyasi Zardes is only 24. That’s it. Yet, since his pro debut in 2011, he has already made quite a name for himself, both in the states and internationally. So what’s the One Goal he hopes to accomplish in 2016? How about scoring goals on the world’s biggest stage and...
Kelley O’Hara’s Back For More
2016 is shaping up to be another big year for defender Kelley O’Hara. In 2015, Kelley was part of the U.S. women’s national soccer team that brought home the trophy in Canada. This summer, she’s hoping to be back on the international stage to help her country win...
Lionel Messi: The Weight of a Nation
To the uninitiated, the expectations placed on Messi leading up to Brazil must have seemed incredible.
Michael Bradley Talks Team USA, Brazil 2014 and Nike Magista
Catching up with Team USA star.
Nike Magista Brings Flyknit Technology to Soccer
Already trusted by some of the game’s most versatile playmakers.
adidas, Nike Release Summer Soccer Cleats
New soccer styles unveiled as the 2014 World Cup nears.
Soccer: New adidas Messi Collection
Collection includes Barcelona star’s signature cleats, clothing and gear.
Heather O’Reilly Highlights Eastbay’s Latest Cover
USA’s game-changing midfielder and Eastbay cover athlete.
Mario Balotelli Signs with PUMA
International soccer star lands long-term partnership.
adidas Soccer Cleats Featured In FIFA ’14
You can own the cleats players are wearing in the game.
Eastbay Launches All-New “Gear-Finder”
Eastbay launches another game changer with the all new Gear-Finder.
adidas F50 Messi adizero TRX – Turbo Collection
New eye-catching colorway of Leo Messi’s signature cleat.