Mass Youth Soccer FINAL SCORE Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

We had a chance to speak with Skip Gilbert, CEO of US Youth Soccer about a number of subjects, including the potential change from birth year to school year. It's our annual state of the union address from US Youth Soccer.

Have you every wanted to know the history of the development of SBLI Fields At Progin Park? We had a chance to speak with Sid Bloom, former Mass Youth Soccer president and Hall of Honor member, on the latest episode of the FINAL SCORE Podcast. Watch the show below.

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When people think of physical therapy, they usually think of post-injury care. Did you know that physical therapy can help prevent injuries in youth soccer players? Find out the details with Dr. David Nolan from Bay State Physical Therapy.

Also, Dr. Nolan will be one of our presenters at the 50th Anniversary Workshop on 2/3/24 at Gillette Stadium. For more information or to order tickets, visit www.mayouthsoccer.org/2024workshop.

For more information on Bay State Physical Therapy, a proud partner of Mass youth Soccer, please visit: https://baystatept.com/.

We're excited to welcome Kelsey Griffith, Mental Skills Specialist from Boston Children's Hospital, to our podcast. We talk to Kelsey about being mentally resilient  when it gets dark out so early during the winter. She also provides practical tips to staying active during this time of the year.

Coaching education is so important for both coaches and players to better connect to this amazing game. In this episode, we speak with Tommy Geis, Mass Youth Soccer Technical Director, about the importance of coaching education, upcoming coaching license opportunities in the state as well as the sessions being offered at the Mass Youth Soccer 50th Anniversary Workshop.

WORKSHOP TICKETS: www.mayouthsoccer.org/2024workshop

COACHING EDUCATION COURSES: https://www.mayouthsoccer.org/coaches/upcoming-education-courses/

UNITED SOCCER COACHES HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATE: https://www.mayouthsoccer.org/events/united-soccer-coaches-certificate/

In this episode of the Mass Youth Soccer Final Score Podcast, we're joined by Dr. Amy Bender, a renowned sleep scientist. 

Dr. Bender shares invaluable advice and practical tips for youth soccer players on understanding their sleep patterns. With the upcoming transition back to standard time, it's crucial to understand how this change can impact your sleep and performance on the field and in the classroom. 

Tune in to discover expert insights that can help young athletes achieve better rest, maximize recovery, and excel in their soccer journey. Don't miss this episode for a winning edge in the game! 

Follow Dr. Bender on X: https://twitter.com/sleep4sport

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This is a rebroadcast of the GP Soccer Podcast with host Giovanni Pacini. The "Conversation with the Coach" features Tommy Geis, Technical Director of Mass Youth Soccer where the topic will be managing player behavior. 

We welcome Tommy Geis, Technical Director of Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association and discuss the Olympic Development Program. What is it? What are the benefits? Why should players tryout? Find out these answers and more on this episode of the podcast.

ODP LINK: https://www.mayouthsoccer.org/about/olympic-development-program/

TRYOUT INFO: https://www.mayouthsoccer.org/programs/odp-tryout-information/

Check out our Mass Youth Soccer Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging webinar with Melissa Yazzie, Assistant Director of Outreach & Communications at Harvard's Project on Indigenous Governance and Development.

Learn about this incredible project, receive a brief intro to terminology and explore how two tribal programs leverage sports to convey culture and foster resiliency.

Ian and Rob return from hiatus with their latest ramble discussing the Implementation of Play Practice Play with a deep dive into the interactions with players in each stage of a session. 

As always please do not hesitate to contact Ian - imulliner@mayouthsoccer.org or Rob -rholliday@mayouthsoccer.org with questions, feedback or suggestions for discussion topics. 

Wishing you all a safe and happy holidays!