The Inside Scoop with Anytime Soccer Training - Discussing Youth Soccer from Around the World

In this episode, Neil Crawford the founder of www.anytime-soccer.com argues that parent/trainer is uniquely suited to focus on a few key areas. Check out www.anytime-soccer.com to learn more.

Today we sat down with Coach Joseta Director of Escuela Futbol Huesca to learn what it's like to play youth soccer in Huesca Spain. It was a fascinating interview that I know you will enjoy. This show is brought to you by Anytime Soccer Training (www.anytime-soccer.com). Check out Anytime Soccer Training for free this month via this https://grow.anytime-soccer.com/main.html --> Promo Code Podca...

In this episode, Neil Crawford founder of Anytime Soccer Training shares his critique of the field of parent education in the hope to build a more supportive and discerning community of fellow parent/trainers.  This show is sponsored by www.anytime-soccer.com. Coaches, trainers and club directors email neil@anytime-soccer.com for a free account. 

In this show, Neil Crawford, founder of www.anytime-soccer.com discusses keeping his son's stats and the mistake he made in doing so. 

Today we sat down with the Mulham Hmidan, a footballer in Dubai to learn what it's like to play youth soccer in UAE. Fascinating interview - I hope you enjoy! This show is brought to you by Anytime Soccer Training (www.anytime-soccer.com).

Every young player hits a wall. The drill stops being fun. The reps feel pointless. The progress disappears. In this episode, I get honest about what's really happening in your child's head during deliberate practice, the moment most kids give up, and what separates the ones who push through from the ones who walk away. Are you a coach or trainer? Check out www.anytime-soccer.com

Today we sat down with the Wesley Muke, the founder of Search Your Team (https://searchyourteam.com/) based in Paris France to learn what it's like to play youth soccer in Paris. Fascinating interview - I hope you enjoy! This show is brought to you by Anytime Soccer Training (www.anytime-soccer.com).

I'll be honest, I used to get this wrong with my own sons. In this episode, I open up about the word every soccer parent hears but almost nobody defines: fun . I share what I got wrong early on with Adam and Matthew, the moments I questioned whether I was pushing too hard or not enough, and the uncomfortable truth I've come to believe about what actually keeps kids in this game. If you&#39...

In this episode, Neil Crawford founder of www.anytime-soccer.com shares his interpretation of what a soccer philosophy is and explains why it's helpful for parent-trainers to know.

Today we sat down with the Emmy Grace, the founder of Divine Atletic Sports Academy (DASA) based in Kampala Uganda to learn what it's like to play youth soccer in Uganda. Fascinating interview - I hope you enjoy! Anytime Soccer Training (www.anytime-soccer.com) is a proud sponsor of DASA  

In this show, Neil Crawford shares his personal opinion that there is no correlation between working with your child at home and the common parent issues noted on social media. www.anytime-soccer.com.

In this episode of  The Inside Scoop , I take on one of the most overused — and misunderstood — debates in youth soccer:  winning versus development . We’ve all heard it — coaches say they care about development, parents say they just want their child to improve, and yet… the system keeps rewarding the exact opposite. In this show, I challenge the entire premise of that question. Because the truth...

This week’s episode of  The Inside Scoop  was a special one. Neil Crawford, founder of  Anytime Soccer Training , sat down with Sandy Sandoval to dive into his son’s soccer journey growing up in Ramstein, Germany. We compared what youth soccer looks like overseas to the experience here in the U.S.—from coaching styles and competition, to community culture and how kids develop in different environm...

Is your child planning to attend college? We sat down with Dave Morris CEO of College Athletic Advisor (https://collegeathleticadvisor.com/) to discuss strategies for successfully navigating the college and athletic scholarship search. Dave Morris also shared some interesting advice for parents with younger children. Personally, I like the Dual Track College Search TimeLine because it provides rec...

Welcome back to another edition of The Inside Scoop ! I'm your host, Neil Crawford, founder of Anytime Soccer Training. If you're new here, this podcast is dedicated to helping parents understand youth soccer pathways worldwide. We've had incredible conversations with parents, coaches, and players, and next week, we’re diving deeper into Germany’s competitive soccer landscape. In this episode, I d...

What would it be like if your child played in Luton Town (UK). Neil Crawford, your host and the founder of www.anytime-soccer.com sits down with Luton Town F.C. pre-academy player AJ Maxwell to learn what it's like to play grassroots and academy football in the UK. Enjoy. 

Do you find it difficult at times to train your own child? Do they listen to the coach but not you as the parent? Would you like to learn a method for motivating them to practice their weak foot? If so, this show is for you.  In this episode, I describe how I apply lessons I learned from management accounting and business to get the most out of training my sons in a positive and transparent way. T...

Hey everyone, my name is Neil Crawford, and I’m a soccer dad and the founder of Anytime Soccer Training . When I started looking into training options for my sons, I was overwhelmed by all the advice and information out there about the benefits of different soccer formats and training methods. In today’s episode, I want to share a quick tip for all the parent trainers out there. While small-sided...

In this podcast episode, I talk about some upcoming shows and share a personal story about a mistake I made while training my son. It was a difficult situation that required a thoughtful solution, and I’m eager to share what I learned from the experience. By discussing how I worked through the issue, I hope to offer some guidance and support to other parents who might be facing similar challenges....

Have you ever wondered what it would be like if your child lived and played soccer in a different country? Well, that's exactly what inspired this podcast. This week's episode takes us to the UK where we chat with parents who raised a pre-academy player for Luton Town FC. Trust me, it's a fascinating interview that you won't want to miss! This week we traveled to the UK to interview parents who ra...

I'm Neil Crawford, a dedicated soccer dad and the founder Anytime Soccer Training. When I embarked on the journey of coaching my two sons in soccer, I encountered a tough question: How could I nurture their skills while keeping the game enjoyable and steering clear of burnout?   I grappled with the idea of being their coach versus simply playing with them. Would they truly develop the necessar...

Welcome to our latest episode where we discuss youth soccer in Germany with our special guest, Tony Rocha, an American military member based in Kaiserslautern, Germany.   Tony Rocha shares his personal experience as a parent with two sons playing youth soccer in Germany. He talks about the different levels of soccer clubs available, from recreational teams to competitive clubs. He also highlights...

Are you eager to help your child improve their soccer skills but unsure where to begin? You're in the right place! Our latest podcast episode has got you covered.   In our latest episode, I had an amazing conversation with Benyam Muluneh, a fellow soccer dad with a six-year-old. We dove into some of the best ways to train your child in soccer right at home. From drills to techniques, we shared...

In this podcast episode, we delve into the advantages of parents taking an active role in their child's soccer development. With your close proximity and cost-effectiveness compared to hiring a trainer, you can truly make a significant impact on your child's soccer journey through simple at-home practices. We address key questions: How do you begin this journey? Why should you start? And h...

What if everything you thought you knew about developing a soccer player was wrong? In this episode of The Inside Scoop | Youth Soccer Podcast, Coach Isaac Acolatse — a native of Ghana and top coach at Utah FC Spider — takes us deep into the streets of Accra, where football isn't a hobby. It's survival. It's identity. It's life. What happens to a child who grows up chasing a ball i...