The Performance of Caring: How Fake Empathy Is Destroying Youth Sports

Rory O'Connor 6/14/25 Rory O'Connor 6/14/25

The Performance of Caring: How Fake Empathy Is Destroying Youth Sports

Performative empathy is hurting youth sports

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Coaching Girls vs. Boys in Soccer: Same Ball, Different Planet

Rory O'Connor 6/12/25 Rory O'Connor 6/12/25

Coaching Girls vs. Boys in Soccer: Same Ball, Different Planet

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Who’s Steering the Ship? How to Build a Better Board (and Club) in Youth Soccer

Rory O'Connor 6/9/25 Rory O'Connor 6/9/25

Who’s Steering the Ship? How to Build a Better Board (and Club) in Youth Soccer

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Stop Holding Players Back: The Pathway Is the Point

Rory O'Connor 6/2/25 Rory O'Connor 6/2/25

Stop Holding Players Back: The Pathway Is the Point

Pathway is important!

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When Coaching Crosses the Line: The Hidden Harm of Toxic Coaching in Youth Soccer

Rory O'Connor 5/26/25 Rory O'Connor 5/26/25

When Coaching Crosses the Line: The Hidden Harm of Toxic Coaching in Youth Soccer

Toxic Coaching - How it Changes the Game for Kids

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Youth Soccer and the Illusion of Progress

Rory O'Connor 5/19/25 Rory O'Connor 5/19/25

Youth Soccer and the Illusion of Progress

Have Leagues, Will Travel!

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