In this episode with have a conversation with my 11 year old son Rainer Cruz. We talk about what he enjoys about soccer, what he doesn't enjoy and some advice he has for coaches. Enjoy!

selfdirectedsoccer.com

You can find more about Coach David Flores and his work at the following links.
browniebooks.com
southcityac.org
soccerlittle.com

In this episode we learn about David's soccer playing and coaching journey, from his love for the game playing street soccer to his college playing days and his current coaching activities. 

David is a coach at South City Athletic Club in Waxahachie, TX which combines ministry and soccer. He is also the author of Soccer Little books that focus on a fun start with soccer and reading. 

Enjoy!

1. Kids want to play!
2. Kids are people not soccer players.
3. Perspective change from winning to enjoyment. 

Check out the blog at www.selfdirectedsoccer.com

In this conversation we discuss my friend's soccer journey and how the game has been a consistent and positive influence in his life. Josh and I have been coaching our kids' U13 recreational soccer team for the past 3 years and have similar views on the game where a positive experience is the highest priority. 

In this episode I speak with Donny Lutrick, a founding member of the South City Athletic Club in Waxahachie, TX. Here are some of the topics that we discuss:

• Defining what we're not
• Using a filter to guide our actions
• Thoughts on competition
• Purpose of starting SCAC

https://www.southcityac.org

In this episode Oscar and I discuss:

• His youth soccer experience growing up in Germany
• His coaching development and team training
• Favorite professional players and teams

Enjoy!

My wife Noemi and I share our experience as soccer parents. While there are pitfalls to being a soccer parent it can be a very rewarding experience.

We hear from two 12 year old soccer players about their experience with free play - good and bad.