The Chaotic World of Youth Sports — Vol 45 😬

As a sports parent and coach, I know how complicated youth sports can be at times. So I’d like to share some helpful articles that shed light on the challenges we face… and some funny ones that might even give us an opportunity to laugh at ourselves. Please enjoy… and please click here to try our iSport360 app, which is the first-ever platform for coaches and parents to share objective player feedback.

Playing Soccer with Israelis and Palestinians (WHAT?)

As a sports dad, coach and Founder of iSport360, I get to see youth sports from so many perspectives.  But I can’t say I ever imagined seeing my daughters play on an Israeli soccer field together with Israelis and Palestinians… primarily because I never would have expected to see Israelis and Palestinians playing on the same soccer field… or any field for that matter.  But the fact is, it’s happening across Israel and in many places in the Middle East. Click here to read the full article.

Winter Season: Player Evals & Stench Control Should Be Top Of Mind

Sports parents, as you approach mid-season two things are probably on your mind:  getting some actionable feedback on your player and making sure their gear doesn’t stink.  Today’s post can help you with both. Click here to read the full article.

Podcast Interview with Ian Goldberg, Founder of iSport360: Improving The Parent-Coach Feedback Loop

Beyond the Xs and Os in youth sports, Craig focuses on developing better coaches, better athletes and a better environment for our kids.  Craig taught me about empowering young athletes to take control of their development and their destiny.  In this podcast Craig and I talk about all that’s great… and terrible… in youth sports and how we can improve the experience for coaches, parents and of course, our kids. Click here to listen to our lively exchange.