Coach Corner Archives - Modern Soccer Parent

by Dutch S

May 2, 2026

Coach Corner, Modern Soccer Parent, Youth Soccer Development, Youth Sports

Soccer Tryout Feedback Wanted – Why Your Tryout Experience Matters More Than You Think (And Why We Need to Hear From You)

If you’ve been through club tryouts recently or are in them right now, you probably walked away with an opinion. Most parents do. Some feel great about how things were handled. Others… not so much. And here’s the truth:...

by Dutch S

April 11, 2026

Coach Corner, Modern Soccer Parent, Parent Education, Youth Soccer Development, Youth Sports

When Winning Becomes a Parent Problem (Not a Kid One)

There’s a moment most soccer parents recognize, even if we don’t say it out loud. Winning becomes the most important thing. It’s not when your child scores. It’s not even when their team wins. It’s that quick mental shift...

by Dutch S

March 23, 2026

Coach Corner, Parent Education, Youth Soccer Development

Do We Actually Understand What We’re Chasing in Youth Soccer?

As I embark on the final few games of my daughter’s club career, I find myself thinking less about wins, losses, or leagues—and more about the journey. She made the decision not to play in college, choosing instead a...

by Dutch S

February 13, 2026

Coach Corner, Youth Soccer Development, Youth Sports

The Top 5 Things That Matter Most in a Youth Soccer Coach

Let’s face it, as parents, sometimes things on soccer Saturday don’t go the way we want and selecting the right youth soccer coach can go a long way in getting through that adversity. If you have a good youth...

by Dutch S

January 10, 2026

Coach Corner, Modern Soccer Parent, Youth Soccer Development

Investing in Players and the Power of Positive Coaching

Coaching youth soccer isn’t just about teaching tactics and skills—it’s about shaping young athletes into confident, resilient players who love the game. Research shows that a 5:1 or even 10:1 ratio of positive to corrective feedback leads to better...

by Dutch S

September 27, 2025

Coach Corner, Parent Education

Why We Call It “Soccer”: A Story Parents and Players Should Know

As parents we see lots of “Football” Clubs that play soccer in the US. It seems that most soccer clubs in the US have been moving forward with “Football” or “FC” in their name and you have to wonder...

by Dutch S

September 14, 2025

Coach Corner, Parent Education, Team Manager Information

When Your Coach Can’t Make It: How Can a Guest Coach Run a Great Game

How many times have parents shown up at a game, only to see a coach talking to the players who isn’t their usual coach? Parents are left wondering what happened and often become frustrated right away, especially when they...

by Dutch S

June 19, 2025

Coach Corner, Parent Education

Why Failure Breeds Success in Youth Soccer: Challenge Early, Challenge Often

We all love seeing our kids succeed on the soccer field — but real growth doesn’t happen when everything is easy. It happens through failure, challenge, and discomfort. In this article, we explore why protecting young athletes from struggle...

by Dutch S

March 14, 2025

Coach Corner, Parent Education, Team Manager Information, Tournaments

Tournament Exchange vs. Discount: What’s the Difference?

As a modern soccer parent, the summer tournament season is one always filled with hope and excitement and often travel. I have heard many parents state, Why do we have to travel? There are so many good teams right...

by Dutch S

February 6, 2025

Coach Corner, Parent Education

The Power of Positivity: Why Coaches Must Prioritize Praise in Youth Soccer

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