In today's episode, we get right to it and talk about how to get your soccer player better TWICE as fast. Do you want that for your player? If so, don't be scary, give this podcast a listen. 

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In today's podcast, I talk about what do YOU need to know about your player's youth soccer development. What do you think I'm going to preach about? Give this podcast a listen and find out bruh!

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Futsal is not just your Winter season escape. It should be part of your training 12 months out of the year. Give this pod a listen to learn why bruh.

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In this episode, I talk about what you are entitled to when you pay your annual club soccer dues? You get practices, games and tournaments. However, what you don't get is playing time! To hear more, check out the podcast bruh.

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In today's episode, I explain the Parent-Player Partnership. You want your player to give all they can on the pitch, but do you do the same? Do you practice what you preach? You need to give 100% also, but do you know what to do? So... give this podcast a listen and find out if you are on the right side of the Parent-Player Partnership!

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In today's episode, I talk about WHY and IF your son or daughter should play up when it comes to their soccer team? Is your child the best player on their team? That means you need to leave. Top two or three player? You should probably leave too. Give this pod a listen and hear what your boy has to say about this subject.

Takeaways

Playing up can enhance a player's development.
It's important to assess a child's maturity level when deciding to play up.
Guest playing for older teams can serve as a trial for young players.
Playing up in tournaments can provide valuable experience.
Not every child aims to become a professional athlete; enjoyment is key.
Girls should consider playing with boys for better development opportunities.
Mental resilience is crucial for girls playing with boys.
The longer a player waits to play up, the more it may hinder their growth.
Individual players can benefit from playing up more than teams in certain situations.
Parents should be involved in the decision-making process regarding their child's soccer path.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Playing Up in Soccer
03:09 Evaluating Player Development and Maturity
06:02 The Importance of Playing Up in Tournaments
09:20 Playing Up: Insights from Professional Players
10:17 Final Thoughts on Player Development

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In this episode, I chat with Tommy Pham aka The Youth Soccer Advisor. This guy is the person to know if you need direction and insight into how to go about your player's soccer journey. Check out these show notes below!

Keywords

youth soccer, soccer skills, parental mistakes, futsal, American soccer development, San Francisco soccer, Tommy Pham, Soccer Dad Nation, Messi impact, youth sports

Summary

In this episode of Soccer Dad Nation, host Aaron Barrera speaks with Tommy Pham, a seasoned youth soccer advisor, about the intricacies of youth soccer development. They discuss essential skills for young players, common mistakes parents make, and the differences between soccer cultures in San Francisco and the Peninsula. Tommy shares insights on the importance of futsal in developing technical skills and addresses the challenges faced by American youth soccer compared to other countries. The conversation also touches on the impact of Lionel Messi on American soccer and concludes with a fun segment of 'Cap or No Cap' questions.

Takeaways

Ball control is the most important skill for U10 players.
Parents often focus too much on goals instead of enjoyment.
Commitment levels differ significantly between soccer scenes.
Futsal is crucial for developing technical skills in tight spaces.
Every child's soccer journey is unique and should be treated as such.
The culture of soccer influences player commitment and development.
Technical preparedness boosts player confidence on the field.
Messi's arrival has significantly increased interest in soccer in the USA.
Youth soccer development in America faces unique challenges due to its size.
Parental pressure can hinder a child's enjoyment and development in sports.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Soccer Dad Nation and Tommy Pham
02:27 Tommy Pham's Journey in Youth Soccer
05:29 The Importance of Ball Control in Youth Soccer
06:50 Drills and Activities for Ball Control
08:46 Common Mistakes Parents Make in Youth Soccer
11:39 The Soccer Scene: San Francisco vs. Peninsula
16:40 Commitment Levels in Youth Soccer
17:22 The Impact of Futsal on Player Development
23:34 Challenges in American Youth Soccer Development
29:36 Cultural Influences on Soccer Performance
35:38 The Messi Effect on American Soccer
37:30 Final Thoughts on Youth Development

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In today's episode, I do my first interview with Coach Amir from the San Francisco Seals Soccer Club. Amir gives us his opinion on what soccer dads can do to help their player develop and tells us how he would change the US Youth Soccer system.

We also have our first session of "Cap or No Cap", Coach Amir tells us truth or false on funny soccer questions. Want to hear what Amir thinks? Give this podcast a listen. You'll love it... no cap!

Are you in San Francisco and want to learn more about how Coach Amir can help your player through coaching him or her in a private lesson? Send him an email at [email protected]!

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In today's episode, I talk about what parents should be or can be doing on the sidelines to get the most out of their son or daughter. Should we 'joystick' our player or let them figure things out on their own? What do you think? Give this a listen to see where your boy is coming from!

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In today's episode, I talk about what the off season is for and what I'm doing with my daughter to have her be top of her team come this Spring. How about you? What will you do to give your player a competitive advantage? Listen to this to find out what my plan is!

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