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Acta Football Transformed My Son Into a Confident Field Leader
Thomas Goodine · Recorded 5/21/2026
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Thomas Goodine reports that Acta Football exceeded expectations by transforming his son from a hesitant player into a confident leader who now commands the field. Through their mindset-focused methodology, his son Derek eliminated second-guessing and developed the psychological tools to direct teammates, helping him play up to his full potential.
At a glance
- Primary Use Case
- Cognitive and mindset training for youth soccer players
- Reported Result
- Eliminated on-field hesitation and developed leadership skills
- Time to Value
- Not stated
“I see the confidence now on the field. No hesitation. It gets out there and he just commands the field.”
“The psychological, the emotional support needed for these athletes, especially at these young ages, was crucial.”
“It exceeded my expectations as to what the program is doing for my son.”
The interview
Why did you choose Acta Football over other programs?
I chose Actor Football over other programs after I got off the phone and was speaking with one of the coaches. He connected really well, and it was after I got him on the phone with my son. Once I connected the Actor coach with my son, I just stepped back and they just connected, and it was a beautiful thing to watch.
What was your impression of the Acta Football coaches?
I knew he was gonna be in good hands because these Actor coaches are very knowledgeable. They can speak the game, they can speak to the players, and that was the biggest thing. I wanted to make sure they had that connection and that bond right from the start, and that's what I observed.
How would you describe the professional experience of working with them?
My experience working with Actor has been nothing short of professional. I trust them. I appreciate the quality of service, the quality of the time with myself and especially my son.
What was the experience like for you as a parent?
Even as a parent, they had some work for me to do as well, and it was very good, very short, but doable. It just keyed on a lot of those things as a parent, how we should treat and how we should build a relationship as a parent of an athlete. The psychological, the emotional support needed for these athletes, especially at these young ages, was crucial.
What specific changes have you seen in your son's performance?
Before Actor, my son was very dedicated to the game, but there was always that little hesitation when he was able to go out there performance-wise, and probably just second-guessing his ability. But through Actor, I see the confidence now on the field. No hesitation. It gets out there and he just commands the field, not only of himself, but of his teammates, knowing where they should go, how we direct them, just being a leader out there.
What is your final recommendation for other parents?
If you're a parent and you're considering Actor, I highly suggest that you strongly consider this program for your child. We have been so pleased, and it's a beautiful thing to watch your child grow and see him play up to their potential that you know your child has, and the Actor coaches can certainly bring that out in them.
Frequently asked
Will my child connect with the coaches at Acta Football?
Thomas Goodine noted that the coaches connected with his son immediately during the initial phone call. He observed a 'beautiful' bond and felt confident moving forward because the coaches are knowledgeable and speak the language of the players.
Does Acta Football provide support for parents of athletes?
Yes, Thomas Goodine highlighted that the program included 'doable' work for him as a parent. This training focused on how to build better relationships with young athletes and provide the necessary psychological and emotional support.
Can Acta Football help a player who second-guesses themselves?
According to Thomas Goodine, his son Derek previously struggled with hesitation and second-guessing his ability. After the program, he showed no hesitation and gained the confidence to command the field and direct his teammates.
Full transcript
About Acta Football

Acta Football
Official site: actafootball.comActa Football is a high-performance training academy specializing in cognitive and executive speed for soccer players. They serve dedicated athletes aiming for elite levels by shifting them from technical-only training to advanced mental performance. As Thomas Goodine experienced, their methodology focuses heavily on mindset and leadership to help players reach their full potential.
- Industry
- Sports Technology
Topics
- sports technology
- youth soccer
- cognitive training
- leadership
- confidence
- parental support
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