Dec 07 2021
By: Janis B. Meredith
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…
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Nov 08 2021
By: Janis B. Meredith
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…
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Jun 11 2021
By: Janis B. Meredith
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.
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Jun 10 2021
By: Janis B. Meredith
It’s no surprise sports teach life skills. Here’s how to create female leaders while supporting your kids on the field.
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Apr 30 2021
By: 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 handle…
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Dec 15 2020
By: Janis B. Meredith
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…
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Nov 11 2020
By: Janis B. Meredith
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…
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Oct 27 2020
By: Janis B. Meredith
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,…
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Oct 08 2020
By: Janis B. Meredith
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,…
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Sep 28 2020
By: Janis B. Meredith
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…
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Sep 16 2020
By: Janis B. Meredith
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…
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Sep 02 2020
By: Janis B. Meredith
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…
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Aug 24 2020
By: Janis B. Meredith
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…
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Jul 07 2020
By: Janis B. Meredith
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….
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Jun 01 2020
By: Janis B. Meredith
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…
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Apr 07 2020
By: Janis B. Meredith
There will be seasons when kids are forced to take time off. Setting goals can help young athletes return to play stronger than ever.
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Apr 01 2020
By: Janis B. Meredith
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.
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Feb 03 2020
By: Janis B. Meredith
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.
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Jan 24 2020
By: Janis B. Meredith
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.
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Jan 11 2020
By: Janis B. Meredith
It’s been said that ‘winning isn’t everything,’ especially when it comes to youth sports. Here’s how to maintain perspective.
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Dec 04 2019
By: Janis B. Meredith
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.
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Nov 19 2019
By: Janis B. Meredith
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….
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Nov 11 2019
By: Janis B. Meredith
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.
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Nov 06 2019
By: Janis B. Meredith
Sometimes parenting can affect whether or not a child sticks with sports. Here’s how to keep youth athletes engaged–and in the game.
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Oct 30 2019
By: Janis B. Meredith
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.
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Oct 23 2019
By: Janis B. Meredith
Youth sports is a world of many discussions–but the ones you have with yourself as a parent can sometimes be the most important.
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Oct 16 2019
By: Janis B. Meredith
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.
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Oct 02 2019
By: Janis B. Meredith
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…
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