The Truth About High School Soccer in the U.S. with Jim Harte

Check out MSC High School Course below: High school soccer is often overlooked in the U.S. development landscape — but are we getting this completely wrong? In this episode of the Modern Soccer Coach Podcast, Jim Harte shares a powerful perspective on the role of high school soccer, why it continues to thrive, and what the game might be missing by shifting too far toward club structures. We dive into: Where high school soccer sits in today’s landscape The rise of the High School Champions League Player experience vs “development” models Community, identity, and why the game still matters What coaches can actually take from this This is a conversation that challenges assumptions — and forces us to rethink what development really means. If you’re a coach working in high school, club, or both, this is one you need to hear.

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The Truth About High School Soccer in the U.S. with Jim Harte is an episode from Modern Soccer Coach Podcast by Modern Soccer Coach.

This episode is 00:41:32 long.

This episode was published on Apr 29, 2026.

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