Bullying and hazing are serious, some say epidemic issues, year round. October is National Bullying Prevention Month; our opportunity to pause and focus on bullying and bullying prevention awareness. It’s an opportunity to focus our attention to both the problems that cause so much harm — and also the solutions that offer protection from trauma as […]
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You Can Do It. Spot and Stop Bullying and Hazing.
Highlight Reel: Kids see and experience bullying and, too often, never mention it to the adults in their life for many reasons. To create a culture that does not tolerate bullying, you need to teach your team members how to identify this toxic behavior and know how to stop it. Whether you’re a coach or […]
Parent-Coach Relationships Don’t Have To Be Nightmarish. We Promise.
Highlight Reel: Rather than seeing each other as competition, parents and coaches can work together to build a positive sports culture that benefits everyone on the team. “Sorry, I’ve got to go deal with this parent.” “I’ll be late – I have to handle this situation with the coach.” Many parent/coach interactions fall under the […]
This Time, It’s Personal: Is Private Instruction a Good Choice for Your Sport Specialized Child?
Highlight reel: Some personal coaches are exceptional in every sense of the word, but some are toxic and untrained. Keeping the right perspective and setting realistic expectations are critical when choosing the right instruction. Follow these tips to find the person or group who will enhance — not destroy — your child’s love of a […]
How to Lead a Positive Coaching Culture in Youth Sports
Highlight reel: Kids play sports to learn skills and have fun. It’s important for coaches and ADs to lead with a positive mindset because too many teams are permeated with negativity, driven by unhealthy attitudes toward competition, and overrun with internal conflict. The solution is in your hands One of the biggest opportunities to make […]
The Kids Are NOT Alright. When Sports Injuries In Youth Threaten Their Future, Sampling Can Help.
When I think back on my experience as a kid playing sports, there were pickup games, the start of lifelong friendships, and wins and losses (of course), but mainly I remember how much fun I had. Watching my kids now — and talking to my friends and the other team parents — I’m blown away […]