What Players Need from Parents
Simple, repeatable support that helps players train with confidence, compete with composure, and grow through the game.
Be the Smile. Hold the Standard. Provide the Tools.
A Smile
Your calm is their confidence. A smile tells your player: “You’re safe to try. I’m proud of the effort.”
- Smile when they check in—before kickoff and after the final whistle
- Celebrate courage, not just outcomes
- Reset quickly after mistakes (yours and theirs)
Default communication: “I love watching you play.”
A Standard
Players perform best when expectations are clear and consistent—at home and with the team.
- Effort first
- Coachability always
- Respect: teammates, opponents, officials
- Recovery: sleep, hydration, nutrition
Team Standard
- Be early, be prepared
- Encourage teammates
- Follow the game plan
- Represent the club with class
Parent role: Ask “Did you give your best effort?”
Reinforce “How did you respond when it got hard?”
A Resource for Soccer Gear
The right gear removes distractions. When a player is comfortable and confident, they play freer.
- Curated essentials by age and level
- Team-ready standards: socks, boots, shin guards, training kits
- Simple recommendations balancing value + performance
