Category Archives for "Soccer Business"
April 22, 2019
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International Youth Soccer Tour
In Episode 34 I first revealed our partnership with Global Image Sports and the Stoke City Potter. I interviewed Andy Foxall from the Stoke City Academy after we spent a few days together running the Maryland ID Camp together. Then in Episode 40, I talked about taking my kids to Atlanta for the National Soccer […]
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April 1, 2019
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Parent Engagement in Youth Sports
Youth Sport is bigger than any player. We do our best to let them go and let them play when they’re on the field. That’s a good thing. But coaches only get kids for at maximum, 2 or 3 hours at a time. Parent drive them around, pay for their access, eat and play with […]
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March 25, 2019
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Improving Access To The Game
Not enough kids have access to the game. Language barriers, cultural differences, and financial paywalls are leaving significant numbers of kids on the sidelines. How big is the problem and what can we do about it?
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February 25, 2019
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#69 – Volunteer Jobs That Support Kids
Supporting kids in our soccer clubs is more than coaching or being the snack parent. Volunteer jobs that support kids range from cleanup to marketing, to managing awards to organizing BBQ’s. Community Clubs are powered by volunteers of all kinds!
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February 4, 2019
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#66 – Playing Soccer in College
For many players, playing soccer for their college is a dream. This article is about how to get there. Below you’re going to find a collection of video and linked resources that will get you well on your way to:Understanding the processGetting your plan togetherKeeping you and your athlete […]
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December 24, 2018
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#60 – Pay to Play in Youth Sports
Pay for play is unequal. It’s unfair. And it’s hurting youth sport more than it’s helping. It’s been a thing for at least 10 years. It’s a bad thing. And it’s something you should be aware of no matter what sport your kids are playing. Listen to the show for details about what’s wrong with pay […]
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October 22, 2018
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#51 – Being Beside THAT Mom or Dad
In the Line of FireThis past weekend, I was asked to be the Assistant Referee (AR) for my son’s 2003 travel game. I’m not a referee, but on this day I had just come from a game and was wearing my coaching uniform. We look like race cars on the field and stand out from […]
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September 17, 2018
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#46 – Synergy on the Sidelines and the Power of Relationships
Don’t Miss or Underestimate This!Something powerful happens when a group of good people come together around a common goal. Bringing people together in a positive way around youth sports activities in our community not only benefits the kids, but brings adults together in really positive and powerful ways. There are more than two teams on […]
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September 3, 2018
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#44 – Effective Weather Policy for Youth Soccer
Who Cares?”How’s the weather?” is a common conversation opener, but when I hear it, I brace myself for a boring discussion. I get it. This is important stuff though. People have been hurt or killed, and thousands of games get cancelled or delayed every season. I’ve heard parents and coaches complain about a closure or […]
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August 6, 2018
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#40 – National Soccer Camp
National Soccer Camps offer a channel for kids interested in soccer to pursue higher levels of competition, gain exposure to many coaches (often world class coaches), a chance to build unique memories, and to gain exposure on a much larger stage for those interested in college or professional soccer careers. This experience is not for […]
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