The Sideline Spill

Age Changes, Tryouts and Team Switches

Tue, 26 May 2026 08:00:00 -0700

This week on the Sideline Spill we are diving into one of the biggest conversations happening in youth soccer right now - the US Soccer age change, tryouts, team switches, and the emotional rollercoaster our families are navigating. But this episode isn't just us parents talking, this time we interviewed some of the soccer players too.

From fears about leaving teammates behind to pressure during tryouts and how they really feel about the changes, their answers were honest, funny and surprisingly insightful.

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Sideline Spill: Off the Deep End

Tue, 19 May 2026 22:00:00 -0700

In this episode, we’re putting ourselves in the hot seat and playing How Deep Will You Go? — a question and answer game that takes conversations from funny and lighthearted to unexpectedly real.

This episode is all about letting you get to know the women behind the microphones — not just the sports moms on the sidelines.

Some answers made us laugh, some caught us off guard, and a few got a little emotional. So grab your coffee, settle in, and come spill with us.

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Mom Guilt & Me Time

Tue, 12 May 2026 08:00:00 -0700

In this episode of Sideline Spill, we’re talking about mom guilt, burnout, and self-care. From constantly pouring into everyone else to learning how to give ourselves grace, this is an honest conversation about balance, boundaries, remembering who we are, and learning how to show up for ourselves in the middle of motherhood.

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When Your Kid is Struggling - Part 2

Tue, 05 May 2026 08:00:00 -0700

Part 2 continues the conversation—because holding space is just the beginning.

Now we’re talking about what comes next. How do we help our kids move through those big feelings?

In this episode, we dive further into guiding without fixing, and knowing when to step in—and when to step back.

Because growth doesn’t come from avoiding the feelings… it comes from learning how to navigate them.

And we’re right there beside them, figuring it out too.

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When Your Kid is Struggling - Part 1

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0700

Big feelings don’t stay on the sidelines. They show up in the car rides home, on the field, in the quiet moments after the game, and in everyday life.

Part 1 of our 2-part series is about learning how to hold space for our kids instead of rushing to fix it.

To listen without solving. To support without pressure. To give grace—to them and to ourselves.

Because sometimes what they need most… is to feel seen, safe, and understood.

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Finding the Right Fit: Rec vs. Comp Soccer

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0700

Rec or comp—what’s really the difference, and does it actually matter? In this episode, we’re diving into the world of youth soccer, breaking down the realities of recreational vs. competitive play. From time commitments and costs to pressure, development, and family life, we’re sharing our real experiences to help you figure out what’s best for you and your players.

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Tournament Mode Activated

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0700

Travel tournaments are basically a sport of their own. From packing chaos (how do we overpack and still forget something?) to hotel shenanigans and emotional sidelines, we’re sharing the real behind-the-scenes of soccer tournament weekends. Expect laughs, relatable moments, and a few “you can’t make this up” stories.

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The Soccer Mom Origin Story

Sat, 14 Mar 2026 23:00:00 -0700

Welcome to The Sideline Spill! In our first episode, we introduce ourselves, share a little about our families and friendships, and explain why we decided to turn our sideline conversations into a podcast.

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