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A Focus on Behavior
When I think of sport, I think of the values it instills in all of us. Soccer allows everyone who plays the opportunity to realize their full potential on the field and learn incredible characteristics
Read MoreA Moment of Gratitude for My Son’s Soccer Experiences
On Tuesday I watched my son Davis chase down an opponent, battling to get goal side and prevent a pass, running faster than I ever thought possible. I was so proud of Davis’ intensity, focus and determination
Read MoreUnderstanding the Non-Linear Nature of Athlete Development
Part 2 of a 5 Part Presentation on 5 Essential Things All Parents Must Understand, I discuss the non-linear nature of Athlete Development. In this clip, I dive into the process of skill acquisition/development,
Read MoreChristie Rampone and Dr. Kristine Keane on “Be All In”
Our number one responsibility as sports parents is to make sure our children are in an environment that suits their athletic potential as well as their athletic mentality. As parents – it’s essential
Read MoreYouth Sports is a Journey, Not a Destination
COVID. Demonstrations and riots. Divisive politics. Home schooling. Wildfires. Smoke.As a coach for 30 years, and a parent for nearly 15 of those years, I am probably like most
Read MoreWhen Optimism Prevails: The Silver Linings of COVID for Soccer in America
Optimism. The foundation of courage which is firmly rooted in hope and confidence. A choice we make on how we will react to a presented situation. An essential ingredient of forward progress.Optimism
Read MoreSusie Petruccelli on Raised a Warrior and the Female Soccer Experience
Susie Petruccelli grew up in a sports-mad, male-dominated family in California, fighting to find her own identity and path.And she did. She won a place on the soccer programme at Harvard University
Read MoreI Like You As You Are – Feedback For Our Children
I just finished watching A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, an expose about my childhood friend: Mr. Rogers. I remember the feeling of the hard floor under my legs as I sat transfixed to
Read MoreThe Path to Tiffany Weimer’s 12 Year Pro Career
This week I had the pleasure of interviewing 12 year professional player Tiffany Weimer. The entire hour long conversation can be found at the SoccerParentResourceCenter.com (membership required).Many
Read MoreRichard Shorter – Courageous Parenting – Webinar Re-Cap
Richard Shorter, the Non-Perfect Dad, is a sport parent educator and church pastor. We dove in deep to parenting, youth soccer culture, the coach relationship, sideline behavior and much more in
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