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You're One of Those Parents That Spend Thousands and Travel Hours
Advice | Parenting

You’re One of Those Parents That Spend Thousands and Travel Hours

ByBeau Bridges Hours September 16, 2024September 19, 2024

“Parents are crazy for spending thousands on a kid.” “You realize 1% of players will play college, right?!” “Why would you waste your weekends…

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Most Kids Quit Soccer
Advice | Parenting

Most Kids Quit Soccer in the Car

ByBeau Bridges Hours August 22, 2024August 22, 2024

As a parent (or coach), you play the biggest role in young athletes. There’s usually one or two people who spend the majority of…

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Being the Best Player For 3 Years in a Row - Time to Move On
Advice | Parenting

Being the Best Player For 3 Years in a Row – Time to Move On?

ByBeau Bridges Hours August 7, 2024August 5, 2024

Being the best player on your team is great! There’s something to be said for leading your team in goals or spearheading the defense. …

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Enjoy the Journey
Advice | Parenting

Enjoy the Journey

ByBeau Bridges Hours July 18, 2024July 26, 2024

The most difficult thing to do in competitive youth sports is to enjoy the journey. This goes for players and…parents! For the players reading…

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The Art of Parenting a Youth Club Soccer Player
Parenting | Advice

The Art of Parenting a Youth Club Soccer Player

ByBeau Bridges Hours June 19, 2024June 17, 2024

Parenting a competitive youth soccer player can be tricky. There’s no handbook that will ever prepare you for the highs and lows. There’s a…

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Jealousy is a Terrible Trait For Soccer Parents
Advice | Parenting

Jealousy is a Terrible Trait For Soccer Parents

ByBeau Bridges Hours March 15, 2024March 15, 2024

Do you ever see or hear that parent that complains about every other kid? “Tommy or Sammy doesn’t kick the ball hard and my…

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Advice for U-8 Soccer Parents
Advice | Parenting

Advice for U-8 Soccer Parents

ByBeau Bridges Hours February 16, 2024February 16, 2024

My oldest is now 14 years old and I’ve been through it all with him. From town rec to club and everything in between….

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Too Much Pressure on a Kid
Advice | Parenting

What Happens When Parents Put Too Much Pressure on a Kid?

ByBeau Bridges Hours January 23, 2024January 23, 2024

As I hear more and more soccer parents yelling from the sidelines, I’ve been wondering how much pressure is too much. I think a…

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How to Be a Positive Parent
Parenting

How to Be a Positive Parent to a Soccer Player

ByBeau Bridges Hours January 3, 2024January 2, 2024

Before we begin, I admit that I’m not a perfect Dad. None of us are perfect parents so don’t let it get in the…

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Advice to 8-Year-Old Soccer Player
Advice | Parenting

Advice to an 8-Year-Old Soccer Player

ByBeau Bridges Hours September 28, 2023September 28, 2023

My oldest son is now 14 and when I look back six years ago, here is what I’d like to say to him… Kane,…

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