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

The Inside Scoop Youth Soccer podcast is a place where parents and coaches from around the world get together to discuss how youth soccer works in their city. Go to www.anytime-soccer.com to learn more.

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00:00:57

PREVEIW = Protugal vs USA Youth Soccer Insights

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2025/09/04

Just dropped a new snippet from my chat with João Plantier, UEFA Pro Coach and General Manager at FuteBALLER.https://www.futeballer.co/coachesWe dug into the differences between youth soccer in Portugal and the U.S.—from culture to coaching to player development.Check it out and let me know what stands out to you.Full episode dropping this Friday!

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00:37:01

My First Season as a High School & JV Coach!

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2025/08/30

Hey, it’s Neil Crawford, founder of Anytime Soccer Training and your host of The Inside Scoop. Normally, this show is all about exploring the soccer pathways available to kids around the world. But today’s a little different—it’s a check-in episode.I’ve been quiet lately because I took on a new role: assistant high school coach and head JV coach. For someone who didn’t grow up playing the game, this feels like the full circle moment of my soccer journey—from learning through my own kids, to building

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00:30:49

What’s a Parent Trainer And One Free Training Tip You...

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2025/07/28

In this episode, I’m sharing a bit about what it means to be a parent trainer—and why I think so many of us fall into that category without even realizing it.I talk about the balance between pushing too hard and not doing enough, why deliberate practice still matters, and the role tech can play in all this. Plus, I share one simple tip for getting high-quality training without spending a dime—something I wish more parents knew about.

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00:22:50

From NYC to Madrid: A Soccer Mom’s Journey with...

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2025/07/03

Hey everyone — Neil Crawford here, founder of Anytime Soccer Training and host of The Inside Scoop.In this episode, I sit down with Gloria Stitt, co-founder of https://ussoccerparent.com/, and a soccer mom with an incredible story. Her son’s journey took him from futsal courts in New York City all the way to playing in Madrid, Spain.We dive into:⚽ How soccer is part of her Hispanic heritage🌍 The key differences between U.S. and international development💡 Real, heartfelt advice for parents

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00:37:20

From NYC to Madrid A Soccer Mom’s Journey with Gloria...

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2025/06/29

Hey guys, it’s Neil Crawford, founder of Anytime Soccer Training, and welcome back to The Inside Scoop. Today I’m sitting down with the incredible Gloria Stitt — co-founder of a new website called ussoccerparent.com, a much-needed resource for families navigating the wild world of youth soccer.In this episode, Gloria shares her personal story as a soccer mom whose son went from futsal in New York City all the way to playing in Madrid, Spain. We talk about how soccer is woven into her Hispanic

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00:01:45

Preview: A New Resource for Soccer Parents – My Chat...

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2025/06/27

Hey guys, it’s Neil Crawford here—founder of Anytime Soccer Training and host of The Inside Scoop. I just wrapped up a great interview with Gloria Stitt, co-founder of the new sitewww.USSoccerParent.com. This is just a quick preview, but we talked about why they built the site and how it’s designed to help parents navigate the youth soccer journey with more clarity and confidence. Full episode coming soon…stay tuned!

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00:19:15

Thinking Out Loud About Coaching Licenses

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2025/06/26

Hey, it’s Neil Crawford, founder of Anytime Soccer Training. In this quick episode, I’m tossing out a random idea that popped into my head during a Facebook group convo. No research, no promises—just something I wanted to say out loud and see if it sparks any thoughts. Give it a listen, then let me know what you think.

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00:17:42

Recap - Do Kids Really Need to Play Every Position?...

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2025/06/10

Hey, it's Neil Crawford here with a quick freestyle episode of The Inside Scoop.This one’s just me thinking out loud — no script, just opinion. A friend of mine posted a great graphic from the Croatian Football Federation encouraging players to rotate positions. I love the idea in theory, but I had to jump on the mic and share a few personal thoughts.We’ll talk about:Why I prefer my sons to start in the spine (6, 8, 10)What I think games are and aren’t good forHow training — not just playing —

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00:41:36

Do Kids Really Need to Play Every Position? Here’s My...

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2025/06/10

Hey, it's Neil Crawford here with a quick freestyle episode of The Inside Scoop.This one’s just me thinking out loud — no script, just opinion. A friend of mine posted a great graphic from the Croatian Football Federation encouraging players to rotate positions. I love the idea in theory, but I had to jump on the mic and share a few personal thoughts.We’ll talk about:Why I prefer my sons to start in the spine (6, 8, 10)What I think games are and aren’t good forHow training — not just playing —

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00:54:15

Team A or Team B Part 2 – Taking the Conversation Deeper

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2025/06/02

Hey, it’s Neil Crawford, founder of Anytime Soccer Training. This is a follow-up to the last episode where we talked about the classic tryout dilemma: Team A or Team B?In that show, I walked through how I help my own kids think through those choices. This time, I’m diving deeper — unpacking how I personally evaluate teams, what I actually look for in a training environment, and how I turn these moments into teachable life lessons.I also share my take on why I don’t obsess over what kids say they

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00:31:43

Team A or Team B? Helping Your Child Make the Right Call

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2025/05/29

In this episode, I share a real conversation I had with a soccer dad wrestling with a common tryout dilemma — should his child join the more competitive A team or stick with the solid B team?I break down how I think through these choices with my own kids: focusing less on titles, leagues, or promises, and more on training environment, realistic commitment, and what we actually control as parents.If you're a parent trying to help your child navigate team choices, this one’s for you. Let’s get

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00:14:31

Tryout Chaos Is There a Better Way?

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2025/05/29

In this episode of The Inside Scoop, I (Neil Crawford, founder of Anytime Soccer Training) dive into one of the biggest headaches for parents—tryout season. What if we could standardize it? What if there was a clear window for tryouts, offers, and decisions—just like college recruiting?I explore a proposal that some states are already testing and raise questions about why this isn't the norm nationwide. Could it work if everyone agreed? What’s stopping it now?This isn’t a rant—it’s an open

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00:59:24

USA vs. Mexico A Parent’s Perspective on Youth Soccer

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2025/05/23

Hey everyone, Neil Crawford here—host of The Inside Scoop and founder of Anytime Soccer Training. In this episode, I interview Frisly Colop, a soccer parent currently living in Mexico, to get his firsthand perspective on how youth soccer in Mexico compares to the U.S. We dive into the structure of training, the role of the community, cost differences, and what he’s observed as both a parent and a fan of the game. If you’ve ever wondered how soccer development looks outside the U.S., this episode

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00:37:42

What Many People Miss About Pay-to-Play in U.S. Soccer

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2025/05/23

Hey everyone, Neil Crawford here, founder of Anytime Soccer Training. In this episode of The Inside Scoop, I’m diving into one of the most talked-about — and misunderstood — issues in American youth soccer: pay-to-play.I recently watched a YouTube video titled “The Real (Optimistic) Truth About Pay-to-Play in America” and had a thoughtful exchange with the host. It sparked this episode because, while the video raised some valid points, many people miss a critical nuance when comparing the U.S

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00:38:54

Beyond Anxious: Helping Your Child Build Confidence,...

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2025/05/18

Hey everyone, Neil Crawford here, founder of Anytime Soccer Training. This episode gets personal. I’m responding to a message from a fellow soccer parent about their child getting anxious and “forgetting their training” during games. That hit home for me—because I’ve been there with my own kids, and I know how helpless it can feel.In this episode, I open up about how I’ve approached those tough moments. I share how I break the game down into simple, specific actions—not just vague goals like “be

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00:54:19

Beyond Anxious: Helping Your Child Build Confidence,...

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2025/05/18

Hey everyone, Neil Crawford here, founder of Anytime Soccer Training. This episode gets personal. I’m responding to a message from a fellow soccer parent about their child getting anxious and “forgetting their training” during games. That hit home for me—because I’ve been there with my own kids, and I know how helpless it can feel.In this episode, I open up about how I’ve approached those tough moments. I share how I break the game down into simple, specific actions—not just vague goals like “be

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00:20:48

Dear Coaches, What Exactly Do You Want Us Parents to...

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2025/05/11

This episode is not about offering solutions. Nope — it’s a full-on rant inspired by the tidal wave of advice, contradictions, and guilt trips parents get from every corner of the youth soccer world.We’re told:Don’t train your kid too early — unless you do.Winning doesn’t matter — but your team better be in a competitive league.Clubs don’t develop players — but also, stop moving clubs.Be hands-on — but don’t be that parent.Tryouts are scams — but pick the perfect team in 48 hours.So today, I’m

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00:25:15

Dear Coaches What Exactly Do You Want Us Parents to Do?

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2025/05/11

This episode is not about offering solutions. Nope — it’s a full-on rant inspired by the tidal wave of advice, contradictions, and guilt trips parents get from every corner of the youth soccer world.We’re told:Don’t train your kid too early — unless you do.Winning doesn’t matter — but your team better be in a competitive league.Clubs don’t develop players — but also, stop moving clubs.Be hands-on — but don’t be that parent.Tryouts are scams — but pick the perfect team in 48 hours.So today, I’m

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00:33:33

An Idea to Make Club Soccer More Affordable (And...

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2025/05/11

Hey everyone, Neil Crawford here, founder of Anytime Soccer Training. In this episode of The Inside Scoop, I share an idea I’ve been thinking about—what if schools could partner with local soccer clubs to create affordable after-school programs that mirror the club soccer experience? It’s not something I plan to launch, but I wanted to think out loud, unpack the challenges, and hear your thoughts. If you care about accessibility, cost, and creative solutions for youth soccer, this one’s for you

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00:15:52

Fixing the Start Line Making Home Training More...

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2025/05/11

Hey everyone, Neil Crawford here with a quick update to my last episode. I’ve been thinking a lot about how to make starting with Anytime Soccer Training more intuitive — especially for new parents and coaches who feel overwhelmed by all the content. In this short episode, I walk through a new idea I’m hoping to roll out with the dev team — a simple, organized way to follow weekly training plans based on skill area. If you’ve ever wondered how to make individual training smoother without sacrificing

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