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Resources for all of our Tiny Troops Soccer families. Read on for ideas, tips, soccer activities and more!
Why Soccer Looks Like Play (Because It Is!)
If you’ve watched at least one Tiny Troops Soccer class, you’ll have noticed something right away. You’ll see kids pretending…
Moving Up a Level in Tiny Troops Soccer
Did your Tiny Trooper recently celebrate a birthday? If they did, happy birthday! Getting older often means moving up a…
Why Toddlers and Preschoolers Don’t Always Follow Directions
Have you ever watched your Tiny Trooper run off in the opposite direction from their coach during class? Watched them…
Ask a Coach: Is My Child Learning if They Just Watch?
Did your child attend their first soccer classes this month? Did they refuse to participate, instead choosing to sit on…
Week 1: What Your Child Was Really Learning in Soccer Class
Did you and your child join us on Soccer Island this past weekend? You might have been a returning family…
Starting the New Year Strong: What to Expect When Soccer Classes Resume
Welcome to 2026, Tiny Troops Soccer families! It’s a new year, and that means a fresh start to routines and…
How Tiny Troops Soccer Prepares Kids for Preschool
Starting preschool is a significant milestone for young children and their families. The transition to a classroom setting brings new…
What to Say When Your Child Refuses to Play Soccer
Here at Tiny Troops Soccer, we know that Tiny Troopers come to us at all ability and comfort levels. Some…
Tiny Troops Soccer: Emphasizing Teamwork and Play
Every parent wants their child to learn the value of teamwork, make friends, and have fun, all while staying active.…
Ask a Coach: What Can I Expect from Classes?
Coach Rachel here, and I’m back to answer another question we’ve been receiving in our inbox. As you know, Tiny…
Tiny Trooper Journeys: Crossan’s Story
Here at Tiny Troops Soccer, we know big goals start with little kicks. Every month, we see toddlers and preschoolers…
Why Non-Competitive Soccer Matters for Toddlers & Preschoolers
When parents search for sports for their toddler or preschooler, many wonder: Is my child too young for recreational leagues? The truth…