After previously criticizing the Little League World Series (LLWS) (I have three other posts on the LLWS), my perspective shifted dramatically when my niece competed in the tournament. This personal connection opened my eyes to the many positive aspects of Little League Softball's flagship event. The Journey to the World Series My niece's team, the GoodyearContinue reading "A Change of Heart: The Little League World Series Experience"
Inclusion & Patience: Coaching Children with Special Needs
"Lenny Levine was a great kindergarten teacher. And he ran his class by this one rule. It means that if another kid comes along, you need to include them in your game. That’s it." Seth Godin in his You Can't Say You Can't Play blog post Recall that a key aspect of the Hustle andContinue reading "Inclusion & Patience: Coaching Children with Special Needs"
Helpful Website for Parents & Coaches On Youth Sports Concussions
I recently found a helpful website for parents and coaches interested in more information about concussions and youth sports. I have previously written a great deal about how the risk of concussion in youth football is affecting parents' decisions about their child playing football and could put the very future of the sport at risk.Continue reading "Helpful Website for Parents & Coaches On Youth Sports Concussions"
