Author: Janis B. Meredith

Youth athletes’ emotions can often be compared to a roller coaster ride: The highs are high and the lows… the lowest. Denying this is futile–and teaching a child how to…

A lot goes into building a team. And youth sports coaches should focus on more than just game strategy; they should be intentional about the values their players learn. Here…

The desire to see young athletes do well is usually what motivates sports parents to get into a pushing groove. No mom or dad enjoys seeing a child sit too long…

What motivates kids to keep playing sports? Success–though it may not always resemble a big trophy. Here are four wins every child can score.

It’s no surprise sports teach life skills. Here’s how to create female leaders while supporting your kids on the field.

For many youth sports families, the holidays usually present the challenge of balancing sports activities and family events. But 2020 has altered the “normal” for everyone; some of you may…

As we navigate the age of COVID-19, many have suffered from the restrictions and lockdowns. Kids are among those who have felt the worst affects. Schools were shut down, sports…

There’s nothing normal about life right now. And for children who, for the most part, do better with structure, routine and predictability, the changes they face in school, in sports,…

COVID-19 has given “normal” a different look for youth sports this fall. However, one thing that must not change is the diligent attention to concussions in athletics. First and foremost,…

Not AGAIN! Are you or your young athletes saying that about the postponement of fall sports as COVID-19 continues to leave its unwelcome mark in our lives? This distress is…

A concussion can be caused by a blow, bump or jolt to the head, or by any fall or hit that jars the brain. Once your child has been diagnosed…

According to the National Federation of State High School Associations, 51 NFHS member state associations and 19,500 high schools nationwide are making difficult decisions about how to restart high school…

Back to school this fall will look different as each family makes choices and navigates the new COVID-19 reality. For some families, this will be further complicated by parents’ work…

The summer of 2020 will go down in history as one like no other. COVID-19 has rearranged all of our lives and for many families, it has caused huge disruptions….

Although summer break continues to shrink, it still looms as a challenge for many parents who feel they must find ways to keep their kids busy for two months every…

There will be seasons when kids are forced to take time off. Setting goals can help young athletes return to play stronger than ever.

The loss of the sports season can be tough. Kids might miss teammates just as much as the game. Here’s how to keep morale high and kids feeling strong.

What really matters when it comes to youth sports? It’s important for adults to teach skills that can help foster success in all aspects of life.

Life can get busy for student athletes–whether it’s today’s practice or tomorrow’s quiz. Here are four ways to help strike a balance.

It’s been said that ‘winning isn’t everything,’ especially when it comes to youth sports. Here’s how to maintain perspective.

Parenting is hard enough and your child may find more success when you take a step back. Here’s why it’s best to leave coaching to the coach.

It’s going to happen. Sooner or later, your child is going to disagree with teammates or coaches, whether about game strategy, playing time, or simply the color of the uniforms….

Setting goals can not only help kids succeed on the playing field, but it can also help them grow into happy, balanced adults. Here’s how to start.

Sometimes parenting can affect whether or not a child sticks with sports. Here’s how to keep youth athletes engaged–and in the game.

You always want to see your young athlete succeed, but what happens when he or she falls short of what you know is possible? Here are three ways to help.

Youth sports is a world of many discussions–but the ones you have with yourself as a parent can sometimes be the most important.

Every parent wants to help their child, but sometimes hanging back can help them achieve even better results. Here are four ways to fight the ‘rescue’ urge.

Tennis great Billie Jean King likes to say “pressure is a privilege,” because you often feel it when an opportunity you’ve dreamed of comes along. Knowing how to rise to…