David Murray
David Murray, award-winning journalist and author of the forthcoming book Soccer Dad: A Memoir for Sports Parents, joins The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe to share his honest, often humorous journey through the wild world of youth sports. As the father who knew nothing about soccer but ended up supporting his daughter Scout from kiddie leagues through the travel-sports gauntlet to a Division 1 college career at Ohio University, David discusses the real challenges of modern sports parenting, the balance between support and letting kids own their passion, navigating the “do more, be better, win” culture, the emotional highs and lows of the sideline, and the hard-won wisdom he gained along the way.
The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe · David Murray, Hernan Chousa
Show Notes
David Murray is an acclaimed journalist, author, and sports parent who chronicled his family’s deep dive into competitive youth soccer in his upcoming memoir Soccer Dad (Disruption Books, April 2026). A self-described soccer-ignorant father, David watched his daughter Scout’s passion for the game pull the entire family into the intense world of travel soccer, college recruiting, and Division I athletics at Ohio University. Through funny, vulnerable storytelling, he explores the joys, frustrations, and life lessons of being a sports parent in today’s high-stakes environment. David has shared his insights on numerous podcasts and in publications like The Washington Post and Youth Inc., offering a refreshing perspective on unconditional support, avoiding “coach mode,” and finding balance in the chaotic beauty of youth sports. He lives with his family and continues to write about parenting, sports, and the human experience.
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Connect with David on:
- Book Website: Soccer Dad by David Murray
- Facebook: David Murray
- Instagram: @writingboots
You can explore more of Hernan's work on his website, https://www.hernanchousa.com/.