Not random sponsors. Products and brands Ian personally uses and recommends to every soccer family on the show. If it's here, it's earned its place.
Reeplayer
AI Camera System
The Best Full Youth Camera System
Every soccer family deserves to capture their player's moments — Reeplayer makes it effortless. Set it up, walk away, and the AI tracks the game automatically. No one misses a second.
"Reeplayer has been an absolute game-changer for capturing my child's soccer games!" — Parent, Playmaker FA
Soccer Innovations
DFW Local Business · Est. 2005
Support Local. Shop DFW.
Soccer Innovations is a family-owned business right here in the DFW area. Ian believes in supporting local businesses that are part of the same community raising the next generation of players.
Family-owned and locally rooted in the DFW soccer community — just like us.
Open Goaaal
Backyard Training
The Best Backyard Soccer Goal. Period.
Development doesn't stop when practice ends. Open Goaaal gives your player a real goal to work with at home — easy to set up, built to last, and hours of fun for the whole family.
The best way to keep your player developing between training sessions — right in your own backyard.
Salt Athletic
Odor Eliminator
No More Smelly Car Rides Home.
Every soccer parent knows the smell. Cleats, shin guards, bags — after a full weekend it's a lot. Salt Athletic actually eliminates the odor, not just covers it. Ian swears by it. Your car will thank you.
I didn't grow up playing soccer. I grew up wrestling and playing baseball — soccer wasn't even a sport for boys at my high school. Everything I've learned about this game started because of my son, and I keep learning because of both of my kids.
When my son was around six years old I started coaching and wanted to learn more. I began messaging people on Facebook trying to get answers — nobody replied. That's when it hit me: why not give people a platform to talk about youth soccer? Hand them the microphone nobody else was handing them.
The first episode dropped on September 8th, 2022 — my daughter's birthday. Four years in, the podcast has grown from a North Texas conversation into something heard around the world. I've made connections, built friendships, and learned more about this beautiful game than I ever imagined.
"This started because I wanted to better understand the beautiful game of soccer — for my son, for my family. At the end of the day, that's still what it's all about."
— Ian Babcock, Host · Chat By The Pitch
Who We're For
Built For The Whole Team
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Parents
Navigating travel teams, tryouts, tournament weekends, and raising a young athlete.
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Players
Young athletes learning what it takes to develop on and off the field.
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Coaches
Tactics, culture, communication, and leadership — all covered.
What We Cover
Topics From The Pitch
⚽ Club & Travel Soccer
Tryouts, clubs, costs, and what to look for — from North Texas and beyond.
🧠 Player Development
Skills, mindset, and playing the long game.
👨👩👧 Sideline Culture
How parents can support — and when to step back.
📋 Coaching
Building culture, communication, and winning environments.
Advertise With Us
Reach The Soccer Families That Matter
Chat By The Pitch connects you with an engaged, loyal audience of parents, coaches, and players who care deeply about youth soccer. These are active decision-makers investing in their kids and their sport.
8,068+
Total Downloads
1,043
Downloads / 28 Days
293
Downloads / 7 Days
20
Avg. Downloads / Episode
Who's Listening
The Audience
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Soccer Parents
Parents investing in their child's soccer journey — travel teams, gear, training, camps, and clubs.
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Coaches
Youth and club coaches looking to grow — tools, education, gear, and professional development.
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Players
Young athletes and their families focused on development, training, and finding the right path.
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Listeners of Chat By The Pitch are parents, coaches, and players who care about the real heart of the game. They want honest conversations, lived experience, better culture, and practical insight that helps them support kids, grow the sport, and lead with purpose on and off the field.
Sponsorship Options
Ways To Partner
Pre-Roll Ad
30-60 second read at the top of the episode. First thing listeners hear — maximum impact.
Best for brand awareness
Mid-Roll Ad
60 second read mid-episode when listeners are most engaged. Highest conversion placement.
Best for conversions
Website Feature
Featured on the Partners page with your logo, description, and affiliate link. Permanent placement.
Best for long-term visibility
Full Partnership
Episode sponsorship, website feature, social mentions, and newsletter. Total package.
Best for maximum reach
Why Chat By The Pitch
A Community That Trusts Ian
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Niche & LoyalYouth soccer families are a passionate, tight-knit community. Recommendations from Ian carry real weight.
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4 Years of TrustSince December 2022, Ian has built real relationships with his audience — not just downloads.
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97+ GuestsA proven track record of quality conversations with coaches, players, and club leaders.
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Rooted in NTX, Heard Around the WorldStarted in North Texas, now reaching soccer families globally every week.
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IAB Certified StatsDownload numbers are IAB certified through Captivate.fm — transparent and verified.
Ready to Reach Soccer Families?
Let's Build Something Together
Reach out and Ian will personally respond with rates, availability, and a sponsorship package that fits your brand and budget.
97 guests across 4 years — coaches, players, club directors, educators, entrepreneurs, and innovators. Every one of them brought something real to the conversation.
Coaches, players, club directors, educators — if you have a perspective worth sharing with soccer families around the world, Ian wants to hear from you.
