Fixing Youth Soccer Development in America | Luis Robles

How should parents think about development inside a system as fragmented as American youth soccer?In this episode of Chasing the Game: Youth Soccer in America, Liron Unreich and Matt Tartaglia continue their conversation with Luis Robles, MLS NEXT Technical Director and former New York Red Bulls captain. This time, the focus shifts from personal journey to the system families are navigating right now.They discuss how MLS NEXT fits alongside ECNL, USL, EA, and EDP; how video and analysis are used in development; why field-size and substitution decisions matter; and how parents fit into communication, culture, and long-term player growth.This episode is for soccer parents and coaches trying to make smarter decisions about league choice, development environments, and what truly helps players progress.Click here to view the episode transcript.