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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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00:20:03

The Hard Truth About Training at Home

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2025/11/20

Everyone wants their kid to train more at home… but nobody warns you about this part.In this short, real-talk episode, I share a conversation with a friend whose son loves soccer — but doesn’t always love the work. If you’ve ever tried to get your child to do solo reps, wall passing, juggling, or even follow-along videos… you already know.This isn’t about motivation hacks, gimmicks, magic apps, or the promise that training will somehow become “fun.” It won’t — not in the way kids expect fun. Solo

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00:16:50

The Secret Behind Soccer IQ (No One Really Talks...

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2025/11/20

Everyone wants their child to have “better soccer IQ”… but what if we’ve been approaching it the wrong way?In this short episode, I break down the real foundation—something I stumbled across while scrolling a coaching group—that might completely shift how you think about developing smarter players.Listen now… the answer may not be what you expect.

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00:29:57

What Neuroscience Really Says About How Kids Learn...

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2025/11/18

In this episode, we sit down with neuroscientist Dr. Val Rytova to break down what’s actually happening in a child’s brain as they learn soccer skills. We explore how kids develop movement patterns, why they sometimes perform skills in games they’ve never formally practiced, and whether parents need to be skilled players to help their children grow.We also discuss the ongoing debate of unopposed vs. opposed training, the role of repetition vs. realism, and why a mix of structured practice, free

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00:24:09

The Truth About “Fun” Soccer Training

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2025/11/11

It’s the holidays — and every year I get the same questions about new gadgets, apps, and “fun” soccer programs. In this episode, I reveal why most kids lose interest fast… and why real development is more nuanced.Enjoy!

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00:02:48

You May Be Practicing Wrong - Here’s What Brain...

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2025/11/09

In this short preview, Dr. Val Rytova reveals one of the biggest myths about practice — and what neuroscience says actually builds skill.Learn more here https://www.drvalrytova.com/

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00:01:24

How Practice Transforms Your Brain — with Dr. Val Rytova

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2025/11/08

What’s really happening inside your brain when you practice a skill over and over again?In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Val Rytova, neuroscientist and creator of Neuroplasticity and Epigenetics 101, to explore how consistent practice literally rewires your brain. Dr. Rytova breaks down the science of neuroplasticity — how repetition and focus reshape your brain’s structure — and explains why practice isn’t just about muscle memory, it’s about rewiring your identity at the neurological

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00:30:20

Why More Games Won’t Make Your Kid Better.

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2025/10/28

In this episode, I challenge the myth that playing more games leads to better players. Games don’t build skill — they reveal it. I explain how true development happens outside the spotlight, through repetition and deliberate practice, not in the flow state of competition.

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00:25:12

Part Two Recap Turning “Aggression” into Action

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2025/10/26

In this episode of The Inside Scoop, I unpack what I call the universal answer — a framework I use to respond to nearly every question parents ask about their child’s soccer development.This time, the question was: “How can I help my child be more aggressive on the field?” Instead of offering a quick fix, I explain why words like “aggressive” are often too vague to be useful — and how to transform that frustration into teachable moments.I walk through a clear, step-by-step method:Define the specific

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00:32:34

The Universal Answer to Every Soccer Parent Question...

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2025/10/26

In this episode of The Inside Scoop, I share what I call the universal answer — the framework I use to respond to almost every question parents ask about their child’s soccer development.This time, a parent asked how to help their child become more “aggressive” on the field. Instead of giving a quick tip, I break down why terms like aggressive are too vague to be helpful — and how to turn that frustration into something you can actually teach.I walk through a step-by-step method to define what you

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00:27:47

My Child Is Struggling on a Better Team — What Should...

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2025/10/21

In this episode, I answer a parent’s question about how to help their child who’s technically solid but finding it hard to stand out on a stronger team.I share how I’d approach this situation using the principles of play and my experience as both a coach and parent. We talk about balancing technical work, physical training, and tactical awareness, and why development often happens in phases.Sometimes the answer isn’t more practice — it’s helping your child see the game differently and rebuild

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00:05:03

How FuteBALLER Opens Doors: Joao Plantier on Creating...

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2025/10/18

In this follow-up episode of The Inside Scoop, host Neil Crawford sits down again with Joao Plantier, General Manager of FuteBALLER and former scout for Sporting CP and other top European clubs. This time, the spotlight is on how FuteBALLER actively creates opportunities for young players to be seen and evaluated by European scouts.Joao explains the systems and strategies FuteBALLER uses to connect talent with real chances abroad—from curated trials and video scouting to mentorship and development

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00:35:00

Quick Recap Why I Start Every Team Session with...

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2025/10/14

In this quick recap episode of The Inside Scoop, I revisit my approach to starting every team training session with unopposed technical work. I wanted to make this short and clear—just breaking down why I do it, what the benefits are, and some of the drawbacks too.I also share a great conversation we had in the Anytime Soccer Training Facebook group about how unopposed drills fit into modern coaching and player development.If you’ve ever wondered why I emphasize repetition, confidence, and control

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00:16:01

What European Scouts Look for in Young Players — With...

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2025/10/12

In this episode of The Inside Scoop, host Neil Crawford talks with Joao Plantier, General Manager of FuteBALLER and a former scout with Sporting CP and other top European clubs.Joao shares what scouts really look for during a two-week trial — from technical quality and decision-making to mentality and adaptability. He breaks down the difference between American and European development, what separates elite players from the rest, and how parents can better prepare their kids for opportunities

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00:36:43

Why I Start Every Soccer Session with Unopposed...

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2025/10/11

In this episode, I share why I always start my soccer sessions with unopposed technical training — even though some coaches wouldn’t.After talking with a fellow JV coach and alum who gave me great feedback, I wanted to explain my approach and the strategy behind it. For me, it’s about getting a high volume of touches, maximizing football actions, and never wasting time.I also touch on what happens in the brain during repetition — and why that foundation helps players think faster and perform better

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00:40:58

Can Speed of Play Be Trained One-on-One?

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2025/09/30

In this quick episode of The Inside Scoop, I respond to a great question from our Anytime Soccer Training Facebook group: Can speed of play and technical IQ really be improved in private training? I share my personal perspective as both a soccer dad and JV coach, why one-on-one work is crucial (but doesn’t always need a private trainer), and how home training fits into the bigger picture. It’s a short, conversational dive meant to spark discussion—not deliver final answers.

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00:27:07

Will Setting a Pro Goal for Your Kid Actually Make It...

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2025/09/30

In this episode of The Inside Scoop, I dig into a question that stirred up plenty of debate in our Anytime Soccer Training Facebook group: Are kids more likely to go pro if their parents set that goal early on?It’s a thought exercise, not a prediction—but it opens up big conversations about parenting, expectations, and how much influence we really have on our children’s soccer journeys. I share my perspective as both a soccer dad and coach, why discipline and engagement matter, and why we also have

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00:19:58

Are Parents Focused on the Wrong Things in U.S. Soccer?

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2025/09/21

In this episode of The Inside Scoop, I push back on the common “U.S. Soccer bad, rest of the world good” narrative. Sparked by a heated Facebook group discussion, we look at league tables, myths about youth soccer abroad, and whether parents here are focusing on the wrong things—missing what truly drives player development.

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00:22:44

Soccer IQ in Action | Video Follow-Up for Parents &...

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2025/09/19

This episode of The Inside Scoop is a follow-up to my recent discussion on soccer IQ. Instead of just theory, I share real match clips that highlight how the principles, patterns, and people we talked about actually play out on the field. It’s a chance to see the framework come to life—through the eyes of both a parent and a player.Here is the playlist in case the video is not clearhttps://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbONH4Pe_wRVI1V_bfJBVoDu7juX1VVLP&si=JkQaJkJcwFxa4O5z

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00:35:21

How Do Parents Really Help Improve Soccer IQ? Let’s...

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2025/09/16

This week on The Inside Scoop, we dive into one of the toughest questions every soccer parent eventually asks: How do I help my child improve their soccer IQ?It all started when I got a message from one of my Morehouse brothers—when a Morehouse man asks, you answer. What seemed like a simple question opened up a much bigger conversation about the game, how kids really learn, and the role we play as parents and coaches.In this episode, I share my own journey—from stumbling through training sessions

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01:06:01

Youth Soccer Lessons: Portugal vs. the U.S. with João...

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2025/09/05

In this episode of The Inside Scoop, I sit down with João Plantier—UEFA Pro Coach and General Manager at FuteBALLER—to talk about what makes Portuguese youth soccer different from the U.S. We dig into the culture, coaching, and pathways that have produced world-class players at clubs like Sporting CP and Benfica, and explore what parents and coaches in the States can learn from Europe’s approach.

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