I know, I know; it seems like I just got back from a break as I just published my first post in over a month, what do I mean I'm taking a break? Well, I had that Let Them Play review teed up and needed to get it done. But, what I am really excited about for … Continue reading I’m Taking a Break!
Tag: Parents
Let Them Play – a Spiritual Youth Sports Book for Parents
I came across Jerry Lynch's book Let Them Play while attending the 2017 Aspen Institute Project Play Summit. I can't recall just how I came across it, but it was recommended such that I ordered it as soon as I got home. I just finished it. My bottom line on the book is that is a … Continue reading Let Them Play – a Spiritual Youth Sports Book for Parents
The Today Show and Youth Sports
Bless my wife's heart, she is always thinking of me. She records the Today show since she has to be at work early enough that she can't watch the show. She noticed last week that the Today show was running a series they called "Changing the Game" about youth sports. On Friday, they specific topic … Continue reading The Today Show and Youth Sports
Praising Young Athletes – It’s About the Effort
I recently read good advice on the do's and don'ts of praising children in the Dayton Daily News. Dr. Greg Ramey, the executive director of Dayton Children's Hospital's Pediatric Center for Mental Health Resources, offers six tips to be mindful of when praising children. Youth sports coaches would be wise to keep these in mind … Continue reading Praising Young Athletes – It’s About the Effort
I LOVE the idea of Rookie Tackle Football
I find the description of a new version of youth tackle football - Rookie Tackle - outlined in a recent Washington Post article very encouraging. This version sponsored by USA Football provides a developmental path to full 11-on-11 tackle football on a 100-yard field that is similar to the path for youth baseball (i.e. T-ball … Continue reading I LOVE the idea of Rookie Tackle Football
Junior Baseball Magazine; a Nice Resource with a Bad Cover Story
While looking for another book last weekend, I came across Junior Baseball magazine. I didn't realize there was such a thing, so of course I bought it. My impression is that it is a nice resource for youth baseball players and parents. However, the cover story for the current issue gives me pause.First, the nice … Continue reading Junior Baseball Magazine; a Nice Resource with a Bad Cover Story
Youth Parent Goal for Kids; Joy or Victory?
I came across a well-written post on the Independent Coach Education blog that asks youth sports parents what are the goals for their children who participate in youth sports. The authors ask if there is a choice besides pursuing either the performance agenda or the participation agenda. I think they nail the concern with respect … Continue reading Youth Parent Goal for Kids; Joy or Victory?
