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Aspen Photo / Shutterstock.com When we play defense we will fly to the football with enthusiasm and effort. We will communicate and talk it up with each other. If we make a big play, we’ll get pumped about it! Many teams are going with shoulder/style tackle. This style of tackle has also been endorsed by […]

Brandon VandeCaveye / Shutterstock.com Put the knob of the bat at the center of your child’s chest; he or she should be able to reach out and grab the barrel of the bat. If you have never bought a baseball bat, you are in for a treat. The first time I ran into a sporting goods store […]

Being able to throw and catch with both hands and swap hands quickly will make you a better player. CATCH THE BALL AS IF CATCHING AN EGG As you catch the ball in the lacrosse stick head, let the stick give as it receives the pass. This means dropping the head back with the ball […]

The first thing to think about is where do you want to catch the ball in your glove? You want to catch it in the pocket. More specifically, we can train that by using a barehand receiving drill for catchers. “What’s going on guys! I’m Ryan Lavarnway and I’m here with Doug Bernier of ProBaseballInsider.com, […]

Take what you have learned and use it to take your game to the next level. Continue working and learning to be the best soccer player possible. Soccer is a fun, yet challenging sport that requires quick thinking and technical skill. There’s a lot to learn before you can stand among the greats, so keep […]

Shin splints and foot blisters are common and related to continuous running and changing field surfaces. Though sharing general concepts of play, girls and boys lacrosse are very different with regard to allowed contact, mandated protective equipment, and injury epidemiology. For girls, intentional body to body contact is not legal and stick checking must be […]

I don’t let them use a glove to field with at the first practice. They learn the catch ground balls barehanded using two hands. One of the most important things you have to do as a coach is teach the fundamentals. That’s even more of a priority when your team is comprised solely of players […]

Remember that ice skating is fun. Enjoy your time at the rink. Smile and laugh. The great thing about learning how to ice skate is that you can do it at almost any age. Ice skating gives you a good aerobic workout and can improve your balance and coordination. Over time, you’ll also strengthen your […]