Posts by Tiny Troops
Tiny Trooper Journeys: Malcolm’s Story
Here at Tiny Troops Soccer, we know big goals start with little kicks. Every month, we see toddlers and preschoolers who take their first steps into the world of soccer. Over time, we watch them grow and learn beyond just learning how to dribble the ball. This post is the first in our Tiny Trooper…
Read MorePreparing for Your Child’s First Soccer Class
Your Tiny Trooper’s first soccer class is just around the corner! Whether you’re excited, nervous, uncertain, or somewhere in between, it’s all normal! Tiny Troops Soccer is often the very first sport for toddlers and preschoolers, and it can be hard to know what to expect during that first class. We’ve prepared some tips to…
Read MoreAsk a Coach: Dealing with 3 Common Parent Concerns
Coach Rachel from Fort Bragg here, and today we’re back with another Ask the Coach segment. Today, we’ll be taking a look at 3 common concerns parents and families may have when their little one first begins with Tiny Troops Soccer. Whether 18 months old or 3 years old, these concerns have no age limit…
Read MoreSupporting Speech & Language Through Soccer: Insights from a Speech-Language Pathologist
At Tiny Troops Soccer, we’re all about building confidence, friendships, and developing new skills through the power of play. But did you know that our soccer classes can also support your child’s speech and language development—especially if they’re currently receiving speech therapy or experiencing a language delay? The Power of Play in Building Language Skills…
Read MoreCraft Time: Create a Tiny Troops Soccer Time Capsule
We hope you’ve enjoyed all of our posts featured during 2025’s Month of the Military Child. It’s time to wrap up the Month of the Military Child with a craft post. For military families, goodbyes are part of the journey. Packing up for a new duty station means leaving behind more than just a house—it’s…
Read MoreKicking Through Change: How Soccer Helps Military Kids Thrive
April is the Month of the Military Child, and here at Tiny Troops Soccer, we’re proud to provide soccer for military children – some of the most resilient, adaptable, and strong little ones in the world. The Challenges of Military Life for Young Children Being part of a military family means lots of changes. Families…
Read MoreHelping Military Kids Through Deployment: Storytime and Support
For military families, deployment is a reality that brings unique challenges, especially for young children. At Tiny Troops Soccer, we support the whole child, not just their athletic growth. One powerful tool for helping military kids cope with deployment is storytelling. Reading children’s books about deployment and separation can offer comfort, understanding, and a sense…
Read MoreWhat Coaches Wish Parents Knew About Developmental Toddler and Preschool Soccer
If you’ve ever watched a Tiny Troops Soccer class, you’ll know that developmental soccer for toddlers and preschoolers looks nothing like recreational league soccer games. You’ll likely see kids running around, some paying attention and others just doing their own thing. You might see them suddenly distracted by a plane overhead or an emergency vehicle…
Read MoreThe Family’s Role in Tiny Troops Soccer
Tiny Troops Soccer aims to help your Tiny Trooper develop basic soccer skills, work on gross motor skills, build social and emotional skills, and, most importantly, have fun while being active! While your Tiny Trooper works hard every class, we cannot forget the importance of parent involvement in toddler soccer. We love seeing all of…
Read MorePlay & Development: An Occupational Therapist’s Perspective on Tiny Troops Soccer
As parents, we’re always looking for ways to help our little ones grow and develop. Programs like Tiny Troops Soccer are more than just sports programs; they are a way for young children to practice key developmental skills that will benefit them as they grow. We took some time to speak with Sarah Dachille, an…
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