That is a question addressed by coaches, sports psychologists, and parenting experts across the internet. Their advice is no doubt sound and worth the read
Today, there is very seldom an offseason when it comes to youth sports. When there is, it may be very short. However, the offseason is
You’ve been told numerous times and in a hundred different ways that youth sports has many benefits for your child. That is a message that
Michael Jordan, Ozzie Smith, Tony Dorsett, Emmitt Smith, and Julius Erving. These were some of my favorite athletes when I was a kid. They were
As your child grows older in his youth sports experience, he begins to understand and hopefully accept the grind of athletics: practices, hard work, and
Although vacation is often viewed as a time to sit back, relax, and get away from it all, fitting a little exercise in there can
It’s America’s Birthday- let’s celebrate! The 4th of July deserves not only a break from work, but also a break from your usual fitness routine.
Losing, when you are used to winning, can be hard. My son had never experienced being eliminated from a tournament. I wasn’t sure how he’d
Many athletes base their self-worth on how successful they feel in their sport. I saw this in my own kids. After they played a good
In honor of Father’s Day it is time to honor the sports dad. Many times the first coach an athlete has is their father. An
Wouldn’t it be interesting if parents had to try out for their kids’ teams too? But instead of showcasing skills on the field or court
Having participated in competitive sports in high school, intramurals in college, and casual sports leagues to this day, I’m happy to say that sports have
