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The only way to achieve a goal is to define it and begin working towards it. Goal-setting is a life skill that we teach through Mighty Kicks. We work with our players to help them understand that goals take time and hard work to achieve. Use your car ride home from practice or your time…
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Mighty Kicks and Positive Coaching Alliance are excited to announce a national partnership! This partnership will improve the education and training of the Mighty Kicks coaches and lead to a more positive experience for all participants. In addition to building upon the proven Mighty Kicks Curriculum, PCA will be providing their content and resources to…
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The Lumberjack and the Giant Ready for game five in the At Home Soccer Games video series? These at home soccer games can be played anywhere….at home, the park, your friends’ house, anywhere! You can even modify the games depending on your child’s skills and abilities. This way everyone can join in the fun! How to Play…
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What kind of parent are you on the sidelines? Mighty Kicks programs are designed to not just teach soccer skills but life skills. It’s about the heart of the children we teach on a daily basis. There are two broad goals in youth sports: striving to win and building character so kids develop into successful, contributing…
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At Mighty Kicks, we work hard to make sure that each child, parent, and coach knows that we care for them. This is especially important for our children. In this short video PCA National Advisory Board Member, Mary Fry, talks about the benefits of creating a caring climate. Each of our coaches are trained on making sure…
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While there are still two years to go until our next favorite Olympic event, (Summer Olympics…Go USA Soccer!!) there is still much we love about this time of year. Regardless if it’s the Winter or Summer games, we can find teachable moments for our family. Some may use the time to teach their children about…
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My son was playing U8 Recreational Soccer and they lost 3-2 at the last minute for their last game of the season. I could tell that his coach was disappointed and I was afraid that my son was upset too. I asked him about the game and he said, “we lost, they were good, we…
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As a parent, you know that creating a strong, long-lasting bond with your children is vital to their development and your relationship. There are so many different things that we can do with our kids to increase our chances of memorable bonding moments – cooking, reading, sports, bird watching, fishing, goofing around, car rides after…
Read MoreThree simple ways to connect with toddlers and keep them focuses while teaching soccer skills. Great hacks for parents and coaches!
Read MoreMy son was playing U8 Recreational Soccer and they lost 3-2 at the last minute for their last game of the season. I could tell that his coach was disappointed and I was afraid that my son was upset too. I asked him about the game and he said, “we lost, they were good, we…
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