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CAP Chat Live!

CAP Chat Live! is the #1 Soccer Recruitment Podcast.
We take a deeper dive in the soccer recruitment process.
Host Josh Tyler is the National College Advisory Program Director for Rush Soccer and has 10 years of college coaching experience. Co-host Tyler Tomlinson is the Women’s Head Soccer Coach at Culver-Stockton College and a Regional CAP Director for Rush Soccer.

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April 16, 2024

The Impact of Travel Sports on American Families

Josh and Tyler discuss the topic of travel sports and its impact on American families. They share their personal experiences and perspectives on the pressure, financial strain, and social dynamics associated with travel sports. They also touch on the role of coaches and clubs in influencing parents’ decisions and the importance of allowing children to explore different interests. Additionally, they predict that corporations will increasingly take over the travel sports industry, potentially changing the landscape of tournaments and accommodations.

TOPICS
    • Travel sports can bring families closer together through shared experiences and quality time.
    • The pressure and financial strain associated with travel sports often come from peer parents and the desire to keep up with others.
    • Parents have the power to control the narrative and should prioritize their child’s enjoyment and well-being over external pressures.
    • There are alternative options for children to participate in sports and activities without the high costs and commitments of travel sports.
    • Corporations may increasingly dominate the travel sports industry, potentially impacting the structure and organization of tournaments and accommodations.

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