Sports parenting and youth sports psychology articles for sports parents of young athletes to improve mental game and performance in kids
By Lisa Cohn and Dr. Patrick Cohn Just how can practices improve young athletes’ confidence? And what does this mean for you as a sports parent? Longtime coach Marty Schupak, founder of Youth Sports Club, has lots to say about how efficient, engaging practices can boost kids’ confidence in sports. … Read Sport Psychology Tip
How To Handle Positive Encouragement Hi, Dr. Cohn here from The Ultimate Sports Parent. This past weekend I took my 9-year-old daughter to play her 4th tennis tournament as a rookie. She played two matches total. She lost the first match, but stayed very composed. Afterward, I did everything by … Read Sport Psychology Tip
By Lisa Cohn and Dr. Patrick Cohn Mike, a sports dad to an 11-year-old who plays high-level baseball, is worried about his son’s confidence. Jim’s baseball coach often singles Jim out for making mistakes. As a result, the kids on the team also comment when Jim makes mistakes. Mike says … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Sports parents and youth coaches we need your help about youth sports and psychology and your challenges! We would like you to tell us about the sports parenting challenges you and your athletes face and how we can help your kids improve confidence and success in sports. Below is a … Read Sport Psychology Tip
By Lisa Cohn and Dr. Patrick CohnOne sports parent began training his son at the age of four to become a pro football player. The dad quit his job to facilitate his son’s coaching. The boy is now 12 and spends 10 hours per day training with his father.When is … Read Sport Psychology Tip
Performing With Trust And Freedom in Youth Sports Do your sports kids excel in practice, but freeze up in competition? Do they have a hard time just being spontaneous and free when they compete? If so, you might need to help your child trust his or her athletic ability… Freezing … Read Sport Psychology Tip