Bullying in Sports

Bullying issues in sports articles and tips for sports parents, young athletes, and youth coaches to improve mental performance in sports.

When Young Athletes Drop Out of Sport Due to Bullying

Youth Sports Psychology

Feeling Unsafe in Youth Sports Steve, a sports dad and coach, recently called us to tell us about the worst thing that can happen to a talented young athlete, from a mental-game perspective. A 14-year-old hockey goalie was offered a position on a high-level team in a different state, and … Read Sport Psychology Tip

Don’t Believe Sports Kids Are Bullied Too? Learn About CNN Poll

Youth Sports Psychology

The Bullying Epidemic in Youth Sports Last week, CNN released a CNN/Opinion Research Corporation poll showing that slightly more than a third of teens personally have been subjected to bullying behavior. In the poll, more than two-thirds of teens said their friends had been bullied. Yet most adults believe bullying … Read Sport Psychology Tip