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…
Competition Among Teammates
I’ve recently noticed something strange among club players, teams, coaches, and (especially) parents. Everyone is trying to one-up another…on the same team. There’s a…
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…
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….
Should Soccer Players Follow a Coach to a New Team?
At my son’s soccer club, we recently had coaching changes with some of the younger teams. Players soon followed their coach to another club….
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…