Issues & Advice

The numbers increasingly show that sports specialization can lead to an increased risk of injury and should be shared with parents and coaches who continue to advocate sticking with one sport. You’ve probably read the studies or heard the arguments. But new research shows that the effects of sports specialization go way beyond college ball. […]

Be confident, respectful and never exaggerate your grades or athletic ability

As far as growth, there’s a promising path forward: If local organizations and philanthropies look to expand participation, they can start by investing more resources into low-income areas. Major League Baseball may still be raking in the cash (only the NFL has higher profits among sports leagues), but the numbers show that its audience is […]

Nick Corey shares story about becoming one of Those Dads and what he did to change

Consider your next car ride home. What if, the trip home began with, “We know what you’re going through — losing can be painful. How are you doing?” As a sports parent, you’ve probably had to deal with the aftermath of a devastating loss. And the car ride home after a loss can be a tricky […]

Define clear roles and responsibilities for every member of your leadership team

Remember athlete…this is your future and you need to be the one driving the train. If you are not ready to be the engineer of your future, put on the brakes The AAU and USAV National Championships are around the corner. On the forefront of every young athlete’s mind (that wants to play at the […]

There are many ways to modify youth sports, as long as you’re willing to get creative. And if the end result is a game that’s more fun and a better learning opportunity, it’s a worthwhile endeavor. Imagine playing on a field or court that’s been designed for someone who is twice as big and fast […]

Additionally, it’s the coach’s role to control his players during the game. Don’t leave the mindset of your team up to the refs and you’ll be a lot happier with the results. It’s no secret that when it comes to youth sports events, even parents and coaches can lose their cool in the heat of […]