Athletes should have a plan in place so they will be ready to make good choices

Consumption of adequate fuel from meals and snacks is essential for growth and development

Let coaches do their job without your 'help' at practices and games

Democracies require laws and institutions.   They also need people with democratic dispositions, that is, people who are ready to pitch in to help their communities, who are open-minded and trust others and who are prepared to work with fellow citizens, even those with whom they may disagree. These traits often develop when kids participate in […]

Abundance of sponsorships keep hockey in northern Minnesota town affordable

The US Lacrosse Board of Directors has approved equipment-related rule changes designed to enhance heart protection for youth players, specifically to reduce the risk of the rare yet potentially catastrophic injury of commotio cordis. The rule changes will be included in the 2019 US Lacrosse Boys’ and Girls’ Field Lacrosse Rulebooks, with a delayed implementation […]

Put ego and pride aside and let youth athletes focus on playing and having fun

Competing on a high school team, even for club-focused athletes, offers a lot of positives

Purpose: To compete 2v2 and compete defensively to steal pucks, defend and make good outlet passes. This drills does a great job of changing the “hockey role” of the players, since they must act and think quickly as they change roles from offense to defense. This drill also activates the offensive mind and feet with a […]

Richard Perry, seriously injured at a USA Wrestling training camp, receiving support from all corners of the wrestling world