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This podcast is about bringing parents, players, and coaches together around the most important aspects of the youth sports experience. You have thousands of teachable moments in the context of a 15-year window where kids are most open to learning and development - physically, mentally, tactically, emotionally, psychosocially, and in terms of core character. 

The goal of this podcast is to boost our enjoyment of the game and of the gift we have in our children. We hope to help parents, players, and coaches to make the most of the time we have with our kids, and to launch them into the world of adulthood with a solid toolbox of life skills. 

Jan 29, 2018

Inspired by an article written by Fred Bowen of the Washington Post titled "Athletic Ability is just a part of success in sports," we hear what 5 high school coaches are looking for from players beyond athletic ability. We also hear about what Tom Statham from Manchester United's Youth program has to say about...


Jan 22, 2018

What's the value of a tournament? What's the experience like? How much does it cost and how do I get there? In this episode, we explore this and give two concrete examples of tournaments you can attend in the mid-Atlantic area. Imagine full flushing toilets instead of porta-potties and having all games within...


Jan 15, 2018

Youth Sports organizations can have a positive impact on the community beyond the sport they serve. Often a centerpiece of family activity, youth sports organizations have a responsibility to connect with and be involved with the families they serve. When families are in need, they turn to the pillars in their...


Jan 8, 2018

Some of the most important skills we learn in Youth Sports are those that we can take with us into life after sports: teamwork, sportsmanship, respect, work ethic, empathy, integrity... The list goes on. How are we being intentional about delivering these skills through our Youth Sports programs?

In this episode, we...


Jan 1, 2018

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The game of futsal looks like a simple game of soccer on an indoor court, but there is more to it than this. In this episode, we break down the game of futsal and will compare it in some ways to...