Most athletic teams have fundraisers to offset the sports cost for individual players and families. Most sporting parents know what this is all about - parents end up paying for whatever the fundraising product/service is, and then the parents go around and harangue family and co-workers to help out their child. This scenario is a common occurrence as it eliminates the burden of reminding your child over and over again of the deadline and their responsibility.
Responsibility and Athleticism Can Go Hand in Hand
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To be a great team mate, the question that every athlete should ask is not what I want out of the team but how I can best serve the team. "Dr. Jerry Lynch is the founder of Way of Champions, winner of 34 NCAA titles and one NBA World Championship, and a sport psychologist and consultant. He calls this paradigm-shifting question the most effective question an athlete can ask, and an attitude that every coach must try and instill in his or her team."
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Is Head Gear for Girls' Lacrosse More or Less Protection?
The debate over head gear for girl's lacrosse has been going on for a long time. Recently, 2 companies have started to sell head gear specifically designed for girls that adhere to sports industry standards. The use is currently optional except in Florida where it will be mandated for 2018. If your daughter plays lacrosse then you've heard all about some of the pros and cons:
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Future Stars (FS) isn’t just a “camp.” Admittedly, it is a camp, but it’s also a potentially life-changing place. This doesn’t mean that attending FS Camps will automatically turn you into a sports star. With attending, comes time, training, and an abundance of passion and dedication. You may ask, however; how can FS Camps change lives? Check out what former camper Ian Reibeisen had to say about his awesome experience and the years he spent at Future Stars Camps.
On July 22, 2017, Kim Clijsters was inducted into the 2017 International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode Island. Her journey is unique and includes a break from tennis for motherhood. Kim won 3 of her 4 major titles with her oldest daughter in tow.
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If your child plays football, you should be aware of the results of the largest study of brain trauma in football players. Researchers at Boston University examined the brains of 111 deceased NFL players.
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Maintaining your inner balance during a sports event can sometimes be taxing. Emotions can get out of hand, especially when it's your child's team. You certainly want to show your support but you definitely want to keep your responses positive and supportive of the entire team, and of course the sport. But that doesn't always happen and some parents cross the line. Janis Meredith shares some tips on how keep yourself above the parental sports fray:
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Pitchers create a whirlwind of guessing games as to what pitch will be thrown to get the poorest reaction from the batter. As a batter, it is important to quickly recognize the type of pitch that is coming at you. When a ball is flying at you at 60-90 mph that is not easy. As with anything, practice practice practice is the best thing to help you to recognize and react to the pitch. CoachUp Nation has some great tips for the hitter to recognize what the pitcher is sending at them.
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The expenses for youth athletic sports add up quickly; between fees, equipment, and private lessons, then add in miscellaneous expenses like food, gas and sometimes lodging.
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Sports Feel Good Stories shares 15 tips on how parents and coaches can motivate their athletes. Keeping in mind that motivating anyone including yourself is a life-long process, and that there isn't one magical pill that will work for everyone.
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