Every kid interested in sports should get the chance to play baseball at some point during their childhood. The sport has been around for generations, and it is a great way for kids to build long-lasting friendships while having a … Continue reading
Not all NBA players are in the game for the mansions, the cars or the sneaker stardom. There are many nice, grounded guys who keep it all in perspective. Here are four standouts of exceptional character to watch and emulate. … Continue reading
With all of the negative news that perforates sports these days, sometimes it is hard to imagine there are great role models in professional athletics. The bad guys who commit crimes dominate the airwaves and newspaper articles. Meanwhile, legitimate good … Continue reading
Professional and college coaches have to spend a lot of time talking to the media, and not always under the best of circumstances. Sure, there are those post-win, glory-basking press conferences.. But for each of those, there are plenty more … Continue reading
If you are a coach who is responsible for a team of young players, then you already know that conflicts will come up on occasion and are an unavoidable part of any sport. The way that you manage these conflicts … Continue reading
Coaching can be a fun and rewarding experience for a lot of people, but it’s not without challenges and setbacks. One of the best ways to inspire athletes to understand a lesson is to provide them with examples from the … Continue reading
Anyone who has played sports can remember a favorite coach. Coaches inspire, teach and lead by example. Players who pay attention become better athletes and better people. The most beloved coaches are not just notable. They are also quotable. “They … Continue reading
Let’s be honest. For a kid, the outfield isn’t exactly the most exciting position to play. You don’t get the ball very often, you’re far from the action, and there’s just…SO much grass to kick around. So if you want … Continue reading
Fact: Youth sports officials make mistakes, and some of them can be hard to deal with. Also a fact: Their mistakes and shortcomings do not justify you having a meltdown in front of a bunch of 10-year-olds. If you’ve ever … Continue reading
They say a coach’s job is never done, and while that may be true, it’s equally important to have good communication wit your players. A coach concentrates on a game plan for his/her team to win and then transfers that knowledge … Continue reading
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