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…
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. …
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…
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…
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…
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….
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…
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…
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,…
Coaching Your Own Child in Youth Sports
I’ve coached my son for three years in soccer and another five years in basketball. When I look back on it, I can honestly…