The Importance of Game Plans Game plans are blueprints for performing well or beating competitors during competition--and they’re only helpful if kids put them into action during games or …
The Expectations Trap for Perfectionists
Young Athletes who are Perfectionist "I have a son, age 15. He is skilled in many sports at school. Rugby, Hockey, XC running and Athletics (sprint and long jump where he holds the school record in …
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Parents: Are Your Athletes Having Fun?
How to Keep Athletes in the Game A sports parent asks: “My son is a HS freshman with huge potential in football but is not wanting to pursue it, he says he does not feel ‘passionate’ about it, …
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Where Does Sports Kids’ Pressure Come From?
Coaches & Friends, Not Parents, Pressure Sports Kids, Says Study The number of kids playing team sports is dropping quickly... To understand the factors behind this drop off, Yellowbrick …
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How Do Parental Expectations Hurt Young Athletes?
How High Expectations Lead to Pressure in Young Athletes A recent NCAA poll of more than 21,000 current college athletes shed some interesting light on how pressured these athletes feel about making …
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Coach Communication With Parents And Athletes
How Coaches Influence Parents And Athletes A coach asks: "How does a coach influence the parents and players to be committed to a process that requires investment in effort, time and money before …
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