As we begin outdoor training and games for this Spring season, let me encourage all parents and coaches to remember why we do this.  We want our kids to have fun and learn. 

The game of soccer is meant to be enjoyed, and it doesn’t happen just because we win all our games.  There are numerous reasons this game is pleasurable.  

Learning, (or developing and improving), is the other reason we do this.  It is my opinion that when we stop learning, we stop really living.  It matters not how old or experienced you are in soccer, or in life, there will always be more to learn.  So enjoy the process.

I’d like to encourage each parent to watch the TED Talk by John O’Sullivan called, “Changing the Game in Youth Sports.”  (Only 14 minutes long). Consider adopting his five word phrase as the most important thing you say to your child(ren) during the upcoming season:  “I LOVE WATCHING YOU PLAY.”

YouTube link to TED Talk

Greg Bibeau

Academy Director