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🎯 How to Build Grit in Young Soccer Players—Without Giving a Pep Talk
Kids don’t build character through pep talks — they build it by watching how we live. They notice everything — how we act, how we handle...

George Calmoti
Jun 132 min read


Youth Soccer Tryouts Mindset: What Really Helps Kids Shine Under Pressure🎯
In youth soccer, there’s one moment that brings out both excitement and nerves — for kids and parents alike: tryouts. That one day where...

George Calmoti
Jun 123 min read


Big Soccer Clubs and Youth Development: Why Bigger Isn’t Always Better🎯
As parents, we often get caught up in the glamour—famous clubs, elite academies, shiny badges that so many dream about. And when our...

George Calmoti
Jun 122 min read


⚽ Youth Soccer and Teens – Why These Years Matter More Than You Think
As kids move into their teenage years, a lot begins to shift—on and off the field. The same child who once needed help tying their cleats...

George Calmoti
Jun 122 min read


I want my kid to become a professional soccer player!🎯
Sounds impressive, right? But… do you really know what that actually takes? ⚽️ Pro soccer isn’t all about fame, crowds, and highlight...

George Calmoti
Jun 111 min read


Best Youth Soccer Cleats by Field Type: How to Choose the Right Pair⚽👟
When it comes to youth soccer, the cleats your child wears aren’t just part of the uniform — they play a key role in keeping them safe,...

George Calmoti
Jun 112 min read


🎯How to Support Your Child in Youth Soccer: It Starts with Listening
Listening isn’t just about hearing words — it’s about creating space for kids to be themselves, without the pressure of our...

George Calmoti
Jun 111 min read


Pay to Play in Youth Soccer: Is Real Talent Being Left Behind?🎯
In today’s youth soccer scene, pay-to-play isn’t just a phrase—it’s the reality. Club fees, tournament costs, uniforms, travel, private...

George Calmoti
Jun 111 min read


What Matters Most in Youth Soccer: It’s Not the Scoreboard⚽
It’s easy to get caught up in the scoreboard — goals, wins, standout plays. As parents, we all want our kids to do well. But when it...

George Calmoti
Jun 101 min read


⚽Sportsmanship in Youth Soccer: What Matters More—Winning or Character?🏆
Imagine this: Your kid is playing in the final game of a youth soccer tournament—a moment they’ll remember forever. Their team is up 1–0...

George Calmoti
Jun 102 min read


Ingrown Toenails in Youth Soccer Players: Causes, Prevention, and When to See a Doctor👣⚽️
Does your child love soccer but suddenly start complaining about pain in their big toe? 🚨 One of the most common (and surprisingly...

George Calmoti
Jun 101 min read


🧠Teaching Accountability in Youth Soccer: Why Blame Hurts More Than It Helps
🧠 In youth soccer, when things don’t go our kid’s way—who do we blame? The ref? The coach? The teammates? The weather? Or maybe... it...

George Calmoti
Jun 101 min read


How to Choose a Youth Soccer Club: A Parent’s Guide to Picking the Right Team⚽️
Choosing a soccer club is a big deal for any young player—and their parents. It’s not just about where they train, but the environment...

George Calmoti
Jun 102 min read


🧠How To Get Your Child To Run More In Soccer (Without Telling Them To)⚽
A lot of parents think saying “Run more!” is all it takes to turn their kid into a powerhouse on the field. But here’s the truth: kids...

George Calmoti
Jun 102 min read


📋 Youth Soccer Club Handbook: Are You In the Know? ⚽👨👩👧👦
Joining a soccer club isn’t just about showing up for practices and games — it’s about being part of a community built on shared...

George Calmoti
Jun 92 min read


Jersey Numbers in Youth Soccer: Do They Really Matter?👕🌟
You’ve probably heard it before: “The number doesn’t play.” And for the pros, that’s usually true. But when we’re talking about kids,...

George Calmoti
Jun 92 min read


Parent vs Coach in Youth Soccer: Whose Voice Should Kids Follow⚽
In both life and sports, kids naturally seek someone to guide them—someone they can trust. Most of the time, that person is you—their...

George Calmoti
Jun 92 min read


Girls in Youth Soccer.🎀⚽ Soccer isn’t just for boys anymore.
Not too long ago, that idea felt radical. Today, it’s reality. 📊 Girls now make up 48% of youth soccer players in the U.S., with boys at...

George Calmoti
Jun 92 min read


How to Reduce Pressure in Youth Soccer: One Small Change That Makes a Big Impact⚽
Replace “have to” with “can” in kids’ soccer. In youth soccer, kids don’t have to win. They don’t have to score goals. They don’t have to...

George Calmoti
Jun 91 min read


Futsal for Youth Soccer Development: The Fast Track to Elite Technique🌟🏟️
Think futsal is just indoor soccer? Think again. This high-speed, high-skill game is more than a variation of soccer—it’s a training...

George Calmoti
Jun 91 min read
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