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WVSA provides information for youth soccer players, parents, referees and coaches to improve their overall development, including nutrition, hydration, mental health, soccer skills, injury prevention, sleep health and so much more. We talk to the experts every week to give you the information your need to be better both on and off the field.
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Wednesday Jan 19, 2022
What’s Happening In 2022 With US Youth Soccer’s CEO - Skip Gilbert
Wednesday Jan 19, 2022
Wednesday Jan 19, 2022
Excited to talk to Skip Gilbert, CEO of US Youth Soccer, on this episode of the WVSA Beyond The Pitch Podcast. Skip will let us know everything going on with the organization in 2022.
For more information on US Youth Soccer, visit: www.usyouthsoccer.org.
Wednesday Jan 12, 2022
Nutritionally Getting Back On Track After The Holidays For Youth Soccer Players
Wednesday Jan 12, 2022
Wednesday Jan 12, 2022
Excited to welcome back Stephanie May, registered dietitian and owner of SM Nutrition, to the podcast to talk about getting back on track nutritionally after the holidays. Get some practical advice and tips from our favorite RD.
For more information on Stephanie May, click this link: https://www.smnutritionrd.com/
To purchase Stephanie's book, "Fueling Performance Playbook", click here: https://www.smnutritionrd.com/playbook
Wednesday Jan 05, 2022
College Recruiting Truths For Youth Soccer Players
Wednesday Jan 05, 2022
Wednesday Jan 05, 2022
Can parents count on a "full-ride" soccer scholarship for their kid? What do college coaches want in a player? Can poor sideline parent behavior cause coaches to not recruit a player? Find out the thoughts of Marty Beall, Head Women's Soccer Coach at the University of Richmond, on the newest episode of WVSA Beyond The Pitch Podcast.
Wednesday Dec 15, 2021
Maximizing Nutrition For Performance For Youth Soccer Players
Wednesday Dec 15, 2021
Wednesday Dec 15, 2021
Are you a youth soccer player that wants to take their game to the next level? Performance nutrition may be your key. Hear the thoughts of Dr. James Morehen, performance nutritionist and author of the new book, "The Performance Nutritionist", on this episode of WVSA Beyond The Pitch Podcast.
Tuesday Dec 07, 2021
Off-Season Nutrition Tips & Advice For Youth Soccer Players
Tuesday Dec 07, 2021
Tuesday Dec 07, 2021
Should youth soccer players be taking a different approach when it comes to fueling during the off-season? Find out with Lindsay Hazard, registered dietitian and owner of Cherish Nutrition. #soccer #nutrition #fueling
Tuesday Nov 30, 2021
Become A Better Soccer Coach
Tuesday Nov 30, 2021
Tuesday Nov 30, 2021
Would you like to be a better soccer coach? Looking for some tools to help you build better relationships and improve development in youth players? Hear the thoughts of Greg Winkler, soccer coach and author of the book "The Transformational Coach".
Thursday Nov 11, 2021
The Truth About Advertising In Food Marketed To Youth Soccer Players
Thursday Nov 11, 2021
Thursday Nov 11, 2021
What is the truth behind some of the food and beverage items that are marketed to youth soccer players? Find out with Lauren Link, registered dietitian and Director of Sports Nutrition at Purdue University.
Wednesday Nov 03, 2021
Recovery Tips For Soccer Players That Have Finished Their Season
Wednesday Nov 03, 2021
Wednesday Nov 03, 2021
So...your soccer season is over. What should you be doing to help your body recover before your start again? Find out some tips from Kevin Brooks, Certified Athletic Trainer at Marshall Sports Medicine Institute.
Wednesday Oct 27, 2021
BULLYING - Tips & Advice If Your Child Is Being Bullied In Youth Soccer
Wednesday Oct 27, 2021
Wednesday Oct 27, 2021
Do you think your child is being bullied in youth soccer? Are you a soccer coach that suspects that bullying may be going on within your team? Get some advice and tips from Dr. Ashley Coker-Cranney, psychotherapist from Whole Brain Solutions.
Wednesday Oct 13, 2021
Tips For Making Nutritional Changes Towards The End Of Your Soccer Season
Wednesday Oct 13, 2021
Wednesday Oct 13, 2021
Are you having issues towards the end of your soccer season? Maybe a change in your nutritional plan is needed. Find out some great tips from Stephanie May, registered dietitian and owner of SM Nutrition.