Chenango Chargers Soccer

06/11/2026

More information and registration found ⬇⬇
https://www.chenangochargers.org/summercamp2026

06/01/2026

Chenango Chargers 2026 Summer Soccer Camp is OPEN for registration!!

Join us for 4 days of skill development, confidence-building, and fun on AUGUST 4-7th, 2026 at the Chargers' soccer fields in Oxford, NY.

This year, we are hosting SUNY Morrisville Head Coach Paul Allsopp, Assistant Coach Parker Scholl and Chargers Coach Luis Martinez-Diaz!

Spots are limited! Head to our website for more information and the registration link!!
www.chenangochargers.org/summercamp2026

05/08/2026

The sun came out! Getting game day ready.

05/04/2026

Busy weekend for Chargers families!

05/03/2026

04/19/2026

We need your support! Please vote for us in the Chobani Feed the Dream competition. We have a chance to win $10,000 in sponsorship for equipment and other funding!

Support your local youth soccer club with Chobani. Vote and help 500 clubs across the U.S. win $10,000 for equipment, fields, and more. Spread the word and fuel the next generation of players.

04/16/2026

# # ⚽️ Let Them Play: Why Silence is Golden on the Sidelines

Hey Parents! As we head into this weekends Madison County Cup, we wanted to share a quick reminder about Madison County FC sideline philosophy.

You might notice our coaches are unusually quiet during play. That’s intentional! We are committed to a **"player-centered"** environment, and we ask that you join us in keeping the sideline talk to a minimum.

# # # Why "Quiet" Coaching Works
Soccer is a game of constant, fluid decision-making. When adults shout instructions from the sidelines, it creates a "PlayStation Effect" where players wait to be told what to do instead of reading the game themselves.

* **Developing Game IQ:** Players need to learn how to scan the field and solve problems in real-time. If we give them the answers, they never learn the "math" of the game.

* **Reducing Confusion:** A player can’t focus on the ball if they are trying to process three different sets of instructions from the coach, Mom, and Dad simultaneously.

* **Building Confidence:** When we stay quiet, we send a powerful message: *"We trust you to figure this out."*

# # # Our Sideline "Game Plan"
* **Coaches:** Will focus on observing and will save tactical adjustments for halftime or training sessions.

* **Parents:** We love your energy! Please stick to **positive encouragement** (e.g., "Great effort!" or "Go MCFC !") rather than tactical instructions (e.g., "Shoot!", "Pass it!", or "Get wide!").

Let’s give the game back to the kids and watch them grow. See you on the pitch! 👟⚽️

04/16/2026

Dodging storms, prepping fields, and looking for that pot of gold!

04/08/2026

⚽ Chargers Friends and Families!

Dick’s Sporting Goods is offering 20% off at their Oneonta and Johnson City stores Friday–Monday, April 10–13 as part of their sponsorship of our players.

Every redemption helps strengthen our sponsorship for next season — so please share this coupon far and wide with friends and family. Use it for anything in the store, not just soccer gear.

📅 Valid April 10–13
🏬 Oneonta & Johnson City
💸 20% off your purchase

Coupon link: https://cmm.dickssportinggoods.com/crmcdn/getoffer.aspx?offer_entity_code=O241FSL9&token=7k5AlM2ajXoi-v9RCGy8Pj6Y0cRC22Jaw1z3Dmh6wsJaMpE4gFDM-9zapVX-ZktMFwkFSxUbooprOX21tw2

04/06/2026

How do we strike the right balance between pushing our children to succeed and allowing them to enjoy youth sports? Too much pressure, or games turned into parent-performances, can affect enjoyment, mental health and even participation. A pediatric sports-medicine specialist at Mayo Clinic explains how parents can shift from “spoilsport” to wise mentor. https://mayocl.in/4pfLaEv

How do you balance wanting your child to excel with keeping sports fun?