Parent Coach
Youth & DevelopmentA volunteer coach, usually the parent of one of the players, common in recreational leagues.
Related Terms in Youth & Development
Technical Director
The person in charge of the soccer curriculum and coaching development for an entire youth club.
Showcase
A tournament where the primary goal is not just winning, but playing in front of college scouts and recruiters.
Showcase Tournament
A youth tournament specifically designed for players to be seen by college recruiters and scouts.
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The U.S. Girls Youth Soccer Pyramid: A Parent's Guide to League Tiers in 2025/2026
November 6, 2025
Play Club Soccer Staff
A parent's guide to understanding the tiered leagues in U.S. girls' youth soccer, from ECNL to recreational leagues.
Guide to the New MLS Next Divisions: MLS Next Homegrown and MLS Next Academy Divisions Explained
August 2, 2025
Play Club Soccer Staff
A clear breakdown of the different divisions within MLS NEXT, explaining the homegrown player rule and the academy structure.
Youth Soccer Birth Year vs School Year Change Explained
August 1, 2025
Play Club Soccer Staff
The age group cut-off date is moving from a January 1st birth year to an August 1st school year system.