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…
Why So Serious, Soccer Parents?
Why are we taking youth soccer so seriously these days? I’m guilty of it too sometimes. Soccer parents are putting so much pressure on…
Can I Play Soccer When I’m Sick? Parenting Advice
If you’ve come across this article then you are probably under the weather or have a child that is not feeling well. You might…
Playing Up in Soccer: Should Your Child Do It?
In youth soccer, playing up an age group can feel like a great achievement, but is it worth it? There’s a case for both…
Should My Child Play Competitive Soccer?
Are you considering putting your child into a more competitive soccer program? It can be quite an important decision and one that requires more…
How to Stop Social Media Addiction for Soccer Players
If the title of this article ‘How to stop social media addiction for soccer players’ made you pause. Then, this article may be for…
Should I Play High School or Club Soccer?
Are you a soccer player (or parent of a player) trying to decide whether you should play high school soccer, club soccer, or both?…
How to Handle Being Cut from a Soccer Team
Being cut from a soccer team can be a tough experience, especially if you’ve invested a lot of time and effort into the sport….
Should I Play Multiple Soccer Games in One Day?
If you play soccer at a travel or club level, there have probably been times when you were asked to play multiple games in…
Should My Child Wear Shin Pads During Practice?
I’m seeing more and more kids not wearing their shin pads during team training sessions. This is especially evident for players 12 and older….