Are Parent Trainers Really "Crazy"? A Candid Look Behind the Scenes

27/04/2025 21 min

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Episode Synopsis

Hey, it’s Neil Crawford, host of The Inside Scoop and founder of Anytime Soccer Training. Today’s episode is a little different — I’m responding to a text from a fellow "parent trainer" that had me thinking. We’re talking about what it really looks like behind the scenes when parents support their kids in soccer development, how the so-called "crazy parent" label gets thrown around, and why it’s not always what people assume. I’ll also share why I think we need more honest conversations about the role parents play, and why having a deliberate plan matters more than people give credit for. If you’re a parent trainer or just curious about this side of youth soccer, this one’s for you. Let’s get better together.

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