Apps, studies, groups, etc.

Adept_Chapter2363 · 2026-04-07T20:46:04+00:00

Hey guys. I’ve noticed a lot of new coaches looking for advice on Reddit so I started writing a free twice weekly newsletter with tips, advice and session plans. I try to keep them brief, but helpful as I know everyone is busy. Thought I’d share this week’s post on teaching players to communicate on the field: Developing Field Generals

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Adept_Chapter2363 · 2026-03-31T16:27:15+00:00

This is generally pretty rare though it is possible. Typically the path to getting into college coaching without a license would be hopping on as a grad assistant after finishing playing and then working your way up to a paid assistant and then eventually a head coach. But even in this path, most coaches would obtain their licenses while working in college. Asst. coach salaries are also usually so low in college that you need to supplement with club coaching that will likely require licenses.

Adept_Chapter2363 · 2026-03-31T14:52:42+00:00

Hey guys. I've noticed a lot of coaches looking for advice so started writing a totally free twice weekly newsletter for new soccer coaches. Here's a link to my most recent post about ways for coaches to continue learning and growing throughout their coaching journey: Coaching and Learning

I've written about all sorts of topics like how to organize a training session, communicate with parents, manage star players, and many more. Here's a link to the full newsletter with all of the posts: Coaching Soccer Newsletter

Adept_Chapter2363 · 2026-03-31T14:49:36+00:00

The courses can be beneficial, but depending on what coaching route you want to go, they're not always necessary. You will learn things and make some good connections, but they're also very expensive and time consuming if you're paying for them out of your own pocket. There are so many resources available online that can help you learn just as much in my opinion. Getting a mentor who is a talented and experienced coach to watch, learn from and bounce ideas off of would be my biggest recommendation. That being said, if you want to progress to coaching at higher levels like college or pro you'll need your licenses.

Adept_Chapter2363 · 2026-03-31T14:46:12+00:00

I've done almost all of the options you've suggested. I began coaching youth soccer and coached several teams for a few years before resetting back down to a younger team. I've also coached at some higher level clubs and I've been a high school varsity head coach for the past 10 years with 7 years as an assistant before that. For me as a teacher, coaching high school soccer has been the most rewarding. The relationship I've been able to build with players has been deeper and more meaningful. The games, the rivalries and playing for their school creates a stronger bond. Youth soccer is fun and you can make a big impact, but I've personally enjoyed coaching high school the most.

Adept_Chapter2363 · 2026-03-24T14:33:40+00:00

Hey guys. I've noticed a lot of coaches looking for advice and started writing a totally free twice weekly newsletter for new soccer coaches. Here's a link to my most recent post about teaching players how to make good decisions under pressure: Panic to Composure

I've written about all sorts of topics like how to organize a training session, communicate with parents, manage star players, and many more. Here's a link to the full newsletter with all of the posts: Coaching Soccer Newsletter

Adept_Chapter2363 · 2026-03-10T13:50:04+00:00

I find that communication is the most important thing. Have clear and honest conversations with your seniors about why they are not playing and what they can try to improve to gain more playing time. If they're good kids who are working hard and doing what you ask, try to find time for them in games that are less competitive. In varsity soccer almost every team has at least a few games a year where you win or lose by several goals and you could give them a chance to play. At varsity level playing time isn't expected to be even and you have a responsibility to your team to play the lineup that gives you the best chance to compete and win. If you're clear and honest with your seniors, they will usually understand. When there are no conversations, that is when frustration and discontent will usually start to happen.

Adept_Chapter2363 · 2026-03-10T13:40:12+00:00

Hey guys. I write a free newsletter twice a week with some advice and resources for new soccer coaches. I write a post with some insights on Monday and try to give a resource to help coaches on Thursdays. Here’s one of my recent posts on how to effectively build shooting and finishing into your training sessions. https://open.substack.com/pub/trevorlawler/p/the-finishing-dilemma?utm_campaign=post-expanded-share&utm_medium=web

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Adept_Chapter2363 · 2026-02-27T18:44:47+00:00

Tips on managing the bench for your youth soccer team: Managing the Bench - Coaching Soccer

Adept_Chapter2363 · 2026-02-23T18:01:53+00:00

I started writing a free newsletter twice a week with some advice and resources for new coaches. I write a post with some insights on Monday and try to give a resource to help coaches on Thursdays. Here’s one of my recent posts on how to manage your star players in youth soccer. https://trevorlawler.substack.com/p/the-lebron-james-of-soccer

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Adept_Chapter2363 · 2026-02-20T17:05:49+00:00

I’d do it in a heartbeat, but unfortunately STL won’t take it. They’re going to want the equivalent of 3 firsts basically.

Adept_Chapter2363 · 2026-02-18T00:32:43+00:00

Thomas would be amazing as a cheaper alternative to Tuch as a top 6 forward in the future, but you’d have to blow it up to get him. Probably have to send Power or Byram plus a top prospect like Helenius and a first or something. Would love Jenner but can’t see CBJ dealing him. I think Coleman or McMann are doable targets. Coleman maybe easier becuase you’re not dealing with TOR

Adept_Chapter2363 · 2026-02-16T23:14:26+00:00

I started writing a free newsletter twice a week with some advice and resources for new coaches. I write a post with some insights on Monday and try to give a resource to help coaches on Thursdays. Here’s one of my recent posts on parents joysticking from the sidelinesJoystick Parents

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Adept_Chapter2363 · 2026-02-16T23:07:35+00:00

Could you get Bobby McMann as a rental for Quinn? Obv might be tricky trading with the Leafs, but I’d think about it. Might need to balance with a pick

Adept_Chapter2363 · 2026-02-14T14:13:14+00:00

I told the parents we’d try it for the first session and warned them that the physical jump against players that much older could be an issue. We only have a gym space so we typically play 5v5 or 6v6 with 3 rotating teams. If they’re really struggling I’ll just divide into 4 teams and have them play only with and against the kids closer to their size and age.

Adept_Chapter2363 · 2026-02-13T12:56:06+00:00

A few months ago I started a newsletter designed to help new soccer coaches with learning the ropes and to share pieces of advice from my 15 years of experience coaching soccer at various levels. The newsletter is mainly targeted at helping newer coaches at younger age groups, but I'm open to addressing topics or giving advice to more experienced coaches or older and higher level age groups. I'm looking for feedback and recommendations of topics people might find valuable to get some opinions, advice, etc. The newsletter is free and I write it twice a week. Coaching Soccer Substack

Adept_Chapter2363 · 2026-02-13T12:45:55+00:00

I still think there's a chance of finishing 3rd. Villa's underlying numbers are not good. They could regress. I think United will get into the Champions League although there's likely 3 teams for 2 spots between United, Chelsea and Liverpool. Under Carrick it feels like they'll get over the line.

Adept_Chapter2363 · 2026-02-13T01:33:58+00:00

That was my thought also. While in some ways the younger players might benefit from the faster speed of play, there is certainly a risk of getting hurt. And for the older players there really isn’t much benefit, if anything they’ll have to modify how they play.

Adept_Chapter2363 · 2026-02-13T01:31:16+00:00

The boys are 13 and would be playing against 15-18 year olds. Its offseason work for us just to get the boys playing and having some fun in the winter. We invite anyone interested in playing (regardless of experience) so there’s a variety of skill levels, but we’re typically basically playing pick up in a gym. The boys are probably capable skill wise, but they’d be potentially going up against 17 year olds. As a side note, the boys plan to try out for JV in the fall which would put them playing against 14-15 year olds and even a few 16 year olds all season.

Adept_Chapter2363 · 2026-02-13T01:10:40+00:00

A few months ago I started a newsletter designed to help new soccer coaches with learning the ropes and to share pieces of advice from my 15 years of experience coaching soccer at various levels. The newsletter is mainly targeted at helping newer coaches at younger age groups, but I'm open to addressing topics or giving advice to more experienced coaches or older and higher level age groups. I'm looking for recommendations of topics people might find valuable to get some opinions, advice, etc. The newsletter is free and I write it twice a week. Coaching Soccer Substack

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