Being a sports dad is fun, but it’s important to know how to encourage and develop our kids not just in sports, but life. Over 14 very short years ago, my wife announced that we were pregnant. Awesome. As if that weren’t exciting (translate: STRESSFUL) enough, she couldn’t wait to find out if we were having a boy or a…
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Traditions are great for making, preserving and celebrating memories. Some soccer traditions are that we may chant and sing songs. We may only wear our team colors, have odd quirks that we feel we must do before each game or that if we don’t do a particular thing it might jinx our team. Staying connected as a family The next…
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Have you done much traveling? If you have, you know that traveling anywhere outside of your own home, routine, or comforts can be quite challenging. Not to mention VERY EXPENSIVE. Add to that experience traveling for longer periods of time, crammed in with people you don’t know. That can really tell you much about yourself. An international soccer experience done…
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I recently saw a billboard used by a university that said, “There are no easy-A’s – just like the real world.” I loved that because the sentiment was so true. People may want the easiest route but in the end they’re ill-equipped to succeed when it matters. Success requires a lack of selfishness – kids (and parents) need to be…
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There are so many ways soccer prepares you for life. You learn that hard work pays off. Although, that doesn’t mean you always win or do well. It’s hard, not everything is fair. Not to mention, dealing with people. Through sports, we learn how to be better equipped in life. Disciplined to work harder Did you know as a child…
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School and sports, especially soccer, are upon us and many parents are scrambling for new solutions to make this season better than the last, including me. However, my wife and I decided to be more proactive this year and also more restrictive with activities this soccer season. Why? The financial and time budgets are just ridiculous if we say yes…
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Competition season has already begun with preseason games and tests but some athletes still aren’t ready. Soccer players know that they need to run, but there are other important components to consider. Especially for those in higher competition levels, including the college and pros. Overall body strength and conditioning is very important at this stage. Want to know how to…
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