You’re One of Those Parents That Spend Thousands and Travel Hours
“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 in the Car
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?
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
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 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
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
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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What Happens When Parents Put Too Much Pressure on a Kid?
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 to a Soccer Player
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 an 8-Year-Old Soccer Player
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,…
