In this episode, Dennis and I dig deeper into coaching philosophy and explore the delicate dynamics of parents' involvement in their young athletes' journey. Discover why sometimes, parents need to take a step back, allowing coaches to do their work, and creating a space where kids can truly thrive.#CoachingPhilosophyInsights #ParentalInvolvement #AthleteJourney #StepBackParenting #CoachesWork #ThrivingKids #YouthSports #PodcastDiscussion #ChatByThePitchMentioned in this episode:Reeplayer:
Greater access to footage gives every young athlete the opportunity to develop and be seen. Reeplayer is committed to making footage accessible to teams, families, and athletes of all backgrounds.<a href="https://chat-by-the-pitch.captivate.fm/reeplayer">Reeplayer</a>

In this episode, Dennis and I dig deeper into coaching philosophy and explore the delicate dynamics of parents' involvement in their young athletes' journey. Discover why sometimes, parents need to take a step back, allowing coaches to do their work, and creating a space where kids can truly thrive. #CoachingPhilosophyInsights #ParentalInvolvement #AthleteJourney #StepBackParenting #CoachesWork #ThrivingKids #YouthSports #PodcastDiscussion #ChatByThePitch Mentioned in this episode: Reeplayer: Greater access to footage gives every young athlete the opportunity to develop and be seen. Reeplayer is committed to making footage accessible to teams, families, and athletes of all backgrounds. Reeplayer

In this episode, Dennis and I dig deeper into coaching philosophy and explore the delicate dynamics of parents' involvement in their young athletes' journey. Discover why sometimes, parents need to take a step back, allowing coaches to do their work, and creating a space where kids can truly thrive.#CoachingPhilosophyInsights #ParentalInvolvement #AthleteJourney #StepBackParenting #CoachesWork #ThrivingKids #YouthSports #PodcastDiscussion #ChatByThePitchMentioned in this episode:Reeplayer:
Greater access to footage gives every young athlete the opportunity to develop and be seen. Reeplayer is committed to making footage accessible to teams, families, and athletes of all backgrounds.<a href="https://chat-by-the-pitch.captivate.fm/reeplayer" rel="noopener noreferrer">Reeplayer</a>

Building great athletes with Dennis Genas part two

Chat By The Pitch is a youth soccer podcast focused on player development, coaching culture, and the family experience in the modern game. Hosted by Ian Babcock, the show connects parents, coaches, and club leaders with local, national, and global voices shaping youth soccer today.
Each episode dives into the real decisions families face—team selection, development pathways, mental performance, coaching environments, and the gear and tools that support long-term growth. The conversations are honest, practical, and rooted in lived experience, not hype.
Whether you’re navigating your first season or years into the journey, Chat By The Pitch helps soccer families make informed, confident decisions—on and off the field.

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Chat By The Pitch is a youth soccer podcast focused on player development, coaching culture, and the family experience in the modern game. Hosted by Ian Babcock, the show connects parents, coaches, and club leaders with local, national, and global voices shaping youth soccer today. Each episode dives into the real decisions families face—team selection, development pathways, mental performance, coaching environments, and the gear and tools that support long-term growth. The conversations are honest, practical, and rooted in lived experience, not hype. Whether you’re navigating your first season or years into the journey, Chat By The Pitch helps soccer families make informed, confident decisions—on and off the field. 📧 Contact: chatbythepitch@gmail.com 📺 Watch YouTube: Chat By The Pitch 📱 Follow & Engage Instagram: @ChatByThePitch X (Twitter): @ChatByThePitch Facebook: Chat By The Pitch 🔗 All Links linktr.ee/ChatByThePitch Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music & Audible, YouTube Music, YouTube — and wherever you get your podcasts. #ChatByThePitch #YouthSoccer #SoccerCulture #PlayerDevelopment #SoccerParents #CoachingEducation #MentalPerformance #SoccerCommunity #TheBeautifulGame #NextGenSoccer #YouthSports #SoccerLife #SoccerPodcast #GrassrootsSoccer #FutureOfSoccer

Chat By The Pitch is a youth soccer podcast focused on player development, coaching culture, and the family experience in the modern game. Hosted by Ian Babcock, the show connects parents, coaches, and club leaders with local, national, and global voices shaping youth soccer today.
Each episode dives into the real decisions families face—team selection, development pathways, mental performance, coaching environments, and the gear and tools that support long-term growth. The conversations are honest, practical, and rooted in lived experience, not hype.
Whether you’re navigating your first season or years into the journey, Chat By The Pitch helps soccer families make informed, confident decisions—on and off the field.

📧 Contact: chatbythepitch@gmail.com
📺 Watch
YouTube: Chat By The Pitch
📱 Follow &amp; Engage
Instagram: @ChatByThePitch
X (Twitter): @ChatByThePitch
Facebook: Chat By The Pitch
🔗 All Links
linktr.ee/ChatByThePitch

Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music &amp; Audible, YouTube Music, YouTube — and wherever you get your podcasts.

#ChatByThePitch #YouthSoccer #SoccerCulture #PlayerDevelopment #SoccerParents #CoachingEducation #MentalPerformance #SoccerCommunity #TheBeautifulGame #NextGenSoccer #YouthSports #SoccerLife #SoccerPodcast #GrassrootsSoccer #FutureOfSoccer

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