It’s unfortunate that the youth coach position is seen as one that is less worthy than a high school or college coach, when the reality
Have you heard this parenting tip? Become the parent you’ve always wanted to be. Good advice, but it stops short. If becoming a good parent
Have you ever been to one of your child’s games and observed parents who were rather annoying spectators? After 20 years of being a sports
If every youth sports team took the time to list their core values and worked to implement them throughout the season, things might look a
If you’ve ever watched your child play sports, you know it’s not just about the score. Wins and losses come and go, but the way
Competition, even at the youth level, is emotional and riddled with pressure. It’s in the heat of the moment that parents often speak words—meant to
If you have an athlete in your family who loves their sport, loves to compete, and loves to win, you may feel unsure of how
How do you help your child face the same pitcher who struck him out three times already in the game? What will help your young
When basketball season had a sour ending for my young athlete I drafted an honest, yet angry and opinionated, email to the coach… but my
The great thing about youth sports today is that there are so many options for your child. The growing number of camps, clinics, coaches, community
One of the hardest parts of parenting is overcoming the urge to fight your child’s battles for them. As our children grow, we must let
There is no “I” in team, and that old saying holds some legitimate meritt. Selflessness is a true mark of a great teammate; and it
