In this week’s happenings, we discuss new developments within our club, feedback on our recent events, and what’s coming up in the S&S hemisphere. We also have a good laugh about the Premier League, and our past predictions come back to get us. Enjoy!

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S2/E4 - SSSC Happeningz

In this week’s developments, we talk about the numerous levels of youth soccer here in the US, coaching vs recruitment - the differences, and also some Premier League banter flies around the room with 4 different teams represented, as we’re joined by new SSSC coach Josh Jirbandey. Enjoy!

S2/E3 - Talkin’ Youth

On this week’s proceedings, we welcome our friends Andy and Dallas from fellow Cal South Soccer Club CFA Clemente. We discuss comparisons and differences between our clubs, ego’s within coaching, Dallas’ State Cup win back in 1946 and much more. Enjoy!

S2/E2 - Chatting With CFA

Yeah yeah, it’s kind of a big deal... Upper 90 is back! Dan, Carl, Sam and Club President Ben Padnos bring you all new club news, our spill on the changes in the So Cal Socca scene, and we answer your prayers, or questions... Enjoy!

S2/E1 - We’re Back!!

This week, Chris Ndukuba steps in as the host in place of a travelling Dan McCarthy. The guys welcome a special guest, in former MLS player Patrick Ianni! We discuss Patrick’s career, his published books as an author, and much more. So much knowledge to hear this week, enjoy!

S1/E9 - SPECIAL GUEST: Patrick Ianni!

This week, the gents decided to pick and combine 2/3 of their own topics to discuss further. An extended part one, followed by your Q&A’s in part two ties up a shortened version this week. Enjoy!

S1/E8 - Soccer Here, Soccer There...

On this week’s episode, a battling Dan hands the reigns over to Carl & Sam, who discuss the epidemic of the tryout season; How it works, what we look for, what you should look for, and more. Also including a fall & EPL review as always, finishing with answering your questions. Enjoy!

Episode 7 - The Tryout Circus

This week, we chime in on the topic of chasing status/level, or even the badge within Club Soccer. Does this guarantee success for a kid’s development? See what we think...

Episode 6 - Chasing Status in Youth Socca

This fine Monday morning, the guys look at the old tale, "The Pro's don't do that, so why should you?" in more detail. Should we be still hearing this comparison on our sidelines? Let's see...

Episode 5 - The Day Old Lecture; Pro’s Don’t Do That!

This week, we dissect the topic of technical training. What is it? How and when we teach it and more... In Part 3 this week, we go ahead and answer a couple of your questions. Keep sending them in to @dmccarthy@sandandsurfsoccer.com

Episode 4 - How Fundamental is Technical Training?

This week, we touch on the relevance of creating a positive team environment in the youth game, with a French twist.

Episode 3 - Creating a Positive Team Culture

This week, we discuss how important results are in the youth soccer world. With jobs not on the line, and development paramount, how far do we need to go to win the game?

Episode 2 - How Important is Winning the Next Game?

Do parents help or hurt their kids development? We touch on this from a coaches standpoint, plus many more topics surrounding youth soccer here in the So Cal scene!

Episode 1 - Parent Effects on Player Development

Wondering what happens when you put 3 youth footie coaches from the UK, onto a podcast located in LA that talks soccer, coaching the game, and the banter that comes with it? Well everyone, you have arrived!

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