• My kid’s success or lack of success in sports does not indicate what kind of parent I am… But having an athlete that is coachable, respectful, a great teammate, mentally tough, resilient and who tries their best is a direct reflection of my parenting.
   
• No one watches me closer or emulates me more than my kid.
   
• I am watching a game played...

Today I heard a comment made about me behind my back. I started to turn around and look, but then decided better of it and kept my eyes on the field. My wife hears things like this more often than I...

1. Model Positive Behaviors
Being a positive role model for your child, sounds like it should be easy, however even the most placid parent can get carried away in the heat of competition and within the ultra competitive team environment created by over zealous club programs. Do not comment on every moment of your child’s game, and when you feel the need to say something, make sure it is positive and encouraging...

Well I have a confession to make; I don't pay for my kids to to do soccer. Personally, I couldn't care less about what sport they do.

So, if I am not paying for soccer what am I paying for?

- I pay for those moments when my...

One of the saddest things I had to do as a Director of Coaching for numerous soccer clubs was conduct exit interviews, meetings with players whom had decided to leave the club. Children quit sports for a litany of reasons, and my job was always to see what we could learn, so we could improve the experience for other children.

When I got these players alone, and asked them “what was your least favorite moment in sports?” I often got a very similar and sad answer: the ride home after the game.

It has always amazed me how a...