
Why We Coach — Mark Smith Basketball
As a basketball coach, my mission is to serve as a guiding light, inspiring young athletes. I shape not only skilled players, but future leaders

As a basketball coach, my mission is to serve as a guiding light, inspiring young athletes. I shape not only skilled players, but future leaders

Most coaches would be quick to point out that the main reason they coach is to help and teach the next generation of athletes. When

The following exerpt from Volleyball Mom’s Survival Guide, by Janis B. Meredith of JBM Thinks Sportsparenting, speaks specifically to moms of volleyball players, but the

Being active and playing multiple sports will play an important role in your child’s athletic journey. Participation in multiple sports will make your child a

Why Explosive Power Wins Games When it comes to athletic performance, few things matter more than explosive lower-body power. It’s the difference between dunking a

Picture a college coach sitting with a recruiting board in front of them. Twenty athletically qualified candidates have been narrowed to ten. The film has

Think about the most naturally gifted athlete you’ve ever watched up close. Maybe it was a teammate at tryouts who made everything look effortless, a

If you’ve spent any time around sports you’ve likely heard the term plyometrics (or ‘plyo’), but may not know what it means. What exactly are

I once came across an article titled, “The Most Dangerous Place in the World.” When I began reading, I was surprised to find that this

Before I start talking the benefits of lifting weights when playing basketball, it should be made clear that lifting weights can be done in a

College coaches receive hundreds of recruiting emails every month, and most of those them go unanswered. Not because the athletes who sent them aren’t talented,

You’ve booked your first private coaching session—or are just about to—and somewhere in the back of your mind, you’re wondering what you’re actually walking into.