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Child Development, Coaching

Kids Soccer Practice: Why Games Build Skills And Fitness

Posted on 10/05/202609/07/2026 by Matt Bambrick
Soccer Class kids with SoCal Youth Sports
05
Oct

A busy field can contain thoughtful coaching. Discover why our kids soccer sessions use small games, how coaches shape the challenge, and what parents can look for beyond lines, laps, and a tidy-looking practice.

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Why We Don’t Shout Instructions at Kids During Soccer

Posted on 10/05/202610/05/2026 by Matt Bambrick

Why don’t our coaches and parents shout constant instructions during games? Because youth soccer players need opportunities to see problems, make decisions and learn to find their own solutions.

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Weekend Soccer Games Cancelled Due to Extreme Heat | October 3–4

Posted on 10/01/2026 by Matt Bambrick
Weekend soccer games cancelled due to extreme heat: Pasadena PYSL on Saturday October 3 and Glendale GYSL on Sunday October 4.
01
Oct

PYSL games October 3 and GYSL games October 4 are cancelled due to extreme heat and will be made up at season’s end. Indoor ideas and TV soccer picks inside.

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Free Soccer Classes for Kids: A First Step Without the Pressure

Posted on 09/30/202609/30/2026 by Matt Bambrick
Two children smiling as they chase a soccer ball during a SoCal Youth Sports game
30
Sep

Try free soccer classes for kids aged 18 months–6 years in Pasadena, Glendale and Burbank. Small groups, playful games and space to build confidence.

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This Week at SoCal Youth Sports: September 28–October 4

Posted on 09/28/2026 by Matt Bambrick
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28
Sep

FREE soccer classes for ages 18 months–6 years, eight-player sessions, flexible class passes, this week’s games and clinics, sleep tips, and winter soccer updates.

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Child Development, Coaching

Sleep For Kids Soccer: A Better Bedtime And Game Day Routine

Posted on 09/28/202609/07/2026 by Matt Bambrick
Soccer Class kids with SoCal Youth Sports
28
Sep

A good soccer week includes time to rest. Use our sleep-by-age reference and a manageable practice-night routine to support your child, with guidance from the CDC and American Academy of Pediatrics.

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Enjoy Your Child’s Game Day: Embrace the Chaos

Posted on 09/25/2026 by Matt Bambrick
Two children smiling as they chase a soccer ball during a SoCal Youth Sports game
25
Sep

A better youth soccer Saturday starts with cheering, kindness and space for kids to make their own decisions. Here is why we embrace the chaos every week.

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Free Soccer Classes for Ages 18 Months–6 Extended Through October 15

Posted on 09/23/2026 by Matt Bambrick

Free Mommy, Daddy & Me, ages 3–4 and ages 4–6 soccer classes have been extended through October 15, 2026. See how to reserve and the new Tuesday Pasadena 4–6 option.

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Classes, Offers

Free Soccer Classes for Kids: Burbank, Glendale & Pasadena

Posted on 09/21/202609/22/2026 by Matt Bambrick
SoCal Youth Sports Solutions Soccer class. Professional affordable soccer classes
21
Sep

Explore 5 free toddler and preschool soccer sessions in Burbank, Glendale and Pasadena, September 22-27, 2026. Find times and register in Playbook.

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Kids Soccer Nutrition: What To Eat Before And After Games

Posted on 09/21/202609/07/2026 by Matt Bambrick
Soccer Class kids with SoCal Youth Sports
21
Sep

What should kids eat before soccer, and what belongs in the game bag? This week brings together familiar foods, sensible hydration, and an easy plan for practice nights—without turning family meals into a performance project.

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As a first time AYSO Coach, SCYSS help was awesome not only for me but for my players. Thank you for everything.
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Fun soccer practice for my son! He enjoyed very much!
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great coach , very patient with kids and has great communication with the parents Coach Matt .
Rossi Cazales
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My son had so much fun the coach was have alot of patience on the kids I realy want to register him back
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