Five backyard soccer games for parents who never played
No whistle, no field, no soccer know-how. Just a ball, a little space and ten minutes, whether it's a parent, a grandparent or a big sibling playing along.
Read the postIn development · A first soccer ball for kids ages 5 and up
Sports background or not, you can do this. We're designing a beginner soccer ball with simple pictures that show where to kick. Head out to the yard, play with your child, and grow together, one kick at a time.
Preview store · Not yet on sale · Ships to the US and Canada at launch

Ages 5 and upDesigned for young players
No experience neededMade for parents, not pros
30-day free app trialWith every purchase (app in development)
US & CanadaShipping at launch
How it will work
Two simple pictures will show little feet where to go, so you don't have to know the "right" technique to help.

Line up the inside of your foot with the shoe picture for a gentle pass.

The PASS and SHOOT arrows show which way the ball will go.

Pick an easy backyard game and take turns. Cheer every try.
Concept artwork. Design in progress. See how it works and games to try
Training Kits
The NicoGO! Ball, a basic dribble trainer, drill cones and a 30-day free app trial. Choose 1 ball, 2 balls, the Family Pack or the Coaching Kit.
$44.97CA$64.97
The preview store
Ball only
The ball on its own: a Size 4 beginner ball with picture cues that show little feet where to kick.
$29.97CA$42.97
Best way to start
Ball + dribble trainer + cones + a 30-day free app trial. Everything to start playing together.
$44.97CA$64.97
For two players
The 2-Ball Training Kit: 2 balls, a dribble trainer and cones, for siblings, cousins or a parent and kid with a ball each.
$64.97CA$93.97
For the whole family
4 balls, 2 dribble trainers and 2 sets of cones, plus a 30-day free app trial. For bigger families and backyard playdates.
$99.97CA$143.97
For coaches & teams
10 balls, 4 dribble trainers and 4 sets of cones, plus a 30-day free app trial. For coaches and teams.
$219.97CA$315.97
These are our planned prices and may be adjusted before we open for orders.
Meet Coach Nico
In his orange cap, with his whistle and clipboard, Coach Nico will cheer you on in the activity guide and videos, with friendly tips.
He's a cartoon buddy for your family, not a real coach. He's here to cheer, not to judge.
Our story
From a rec soccer field to a backyard in Michigan.
Coach Dave and Coach Logan are building NicoGO! for backyard family time, not superstars.
Read our storyNicoGO! hasn't been tested with families yet, so there are no reviews or testimonials. Real, verified feedback will appear here only after family testing and launch.
Parent tips
No whistle, no field, no soccer know-how. Just a ball, a little space and ten minutes, whether it's a parent, a grandparent or a big sibling playing along.
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What to say (and not say) when your child misses the ball for the fifth time in a row.
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You don't need a practice schedule. A few small habits make playing together easy to fit in.
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Get easy backyard games to play together, plus a heads-up when the ball, Training Kits and future products are ready.

