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      Category: Sports Parents


      • 10 Tips for First-Time Sports Parents

        May 14 2025

        10 Tips for First-Time Sports Parents

        By: TeamSnap

        Rather than concern with scoreboard wins and losses, PCA hopes that you, as a sports parent, keep your eye on the Big Picture – the life lessons in teamwork, resilience,…

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      • A Conversation About Youth Sports + Mental Health with NFL Player Brian Asamoah II

        Jun 30 2023

        A Conversation About Youth Sports + Mental Health with NFL Player Brian Asamoah II

        By: TeamSnap

        While young athletes gain a variety of positive mental health benefits from playing sports, pressures from highly competitive play can also pose mental health challenges. Listen in as ‘Winning Is…

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      • 7 Ways to Find Balance During the Holiday Season

        Dec 13 2022

        7 Ways to Find Balance During the Holiday Season

        By: TeamSnap

        It’s no secret the holiday season can be the busiest of the year. Here are five ways to help you keep life balanced–and easy.

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      • Positive Coaching Alliance: Youth Players Easing Back Into Sports Post Pandemic

        Oct 19 2022

        Positive Coaching Alliance: Youth Players Easing Back Into Sports Post Pandemic

        By: TeamSnap

        In partnership with the Positive Coaching Alliance Jason Richardson, Official Team Physician of the Golden State Warriors shares with the Positive Coaching Alliance how youth athletes are easing back into…

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      • How Parents Can Help Keep Youth Sports Fun!

        Oct 03 2022

        How Parents Can Help Keep Youth Sports Fun!

        By: Celia Balf

        Youth sports at its very core represent fun. The whole idea around kids playing sports is to stay active, learn new skills and socialize. It can get complicated however, because…

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      • 5 Ways To Show Your Kid’s Coach You Appreciate Them

        Sep 14 2022

        5 Ways To Show Your Kid’s Coach You Appreciate Them

        By: TeamSnap

        Appreciation goes a long way, especially for a coach who dedicates many hours to the well-being and development of your child. Most coaches feel fulfilled by their work helping young…

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      • What To Do And Say When Your Youth Athlete Has A Bad Day

        Sep 12 2022

        What To Do And Say When Your Youth Athlete Has A Bad Day

        By: Celia Balf

        We’ve all had a bad day. Probably for us adults, plenty of them! That doesn’t necessarily make it any easier when your child comes home from school or practice and…

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      • Why TeamSnap is A Parent Manager’s Best Friend

        Jun 17 2022

        Why TeamSnap is A Parent Manager’s Best Friend

        By: Celia Balf

        If you are a parent manager for your child’s sports team, you know the tasks can pile up. Parent managers are typically put in place to help the coaches out…

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      • Best Recovery Tips After Training In The Summer Heat

        Jun 08 2022

        Best Recovery Tips After Training In The Summer Heat

        By: Celia Balf

        For many athletes, training throughout the summer and in hot temperatures is just part of the game. And even if training under these conditions may be normal, there’s some best…

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      • How To Prevent Hazing on Your Youth Sports Team

        May 23 2022

        How To Prevent Hazing on Your Youth Sports Team

        By: Sarah Kostin

        Although it is most commonly associated with college fraternities and sororities, hazing can happen in any type of organized group, at any age. Coaches and parents can begin heading off…

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      • 7 Things to Consider when Choosing the Best Sports Camp for Your Child

        May 20 2022

        7 Things to Consider when Choosing the Best Sports Camp for Your Child

        By: Sarah Kostin

        If your child loves playing sports, there’s no better way to help them develop and improve their skills than by enrolling them in a summer sports camp. Summer sports camps…

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      • What To Say If Your Child Doesn’t Make A Team

        May 12 2022

        What To Say If Your Child Doesn’t Make A Team

        By: Celia Balf

        Sometimes parents want their child to make the team more than the actual child. When your child is trying out for a travel team or a competitive league, the stakes…

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      • 5 Reasons Off-Season Training Can Help Your Young Athlete

        May 04 2022

        5 Reasons Off-Season Training Can Help Your Young Athlete

        By: Celia Balf

        Off-season refers to the period of time when your young athlete’s sports team isn’t in the main season. Depending on where you live in the country, different sports may be…

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      • 10 Things To Consider Before Signing Your Athlete Up For A Travel Team

        Apr 27 2022

        10 Things To Consider Before Signing Your Athlete Up For A Travel Team

        By: Celia Balf

        Your child made the travel team, congratulations! Although as a parent you are excited that your child’s hard work has paid off, you have some questions about whether or not…

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      • Why Downtime Is Beneficial In Avoiding Burnout in Youth Sports

        Apr 27 2022

        Why Downtime Is Beneficial In Avoiding Burnout in Youth Sports

        By: Celia Balf

        Downtime = reduced activity or inactivity. Athletes typically have very little downtime and some even feel anxious around taking time to rest. What if we told you that downtime can…

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      • How To Make The Most Of Travel Sporting Events

        Apr 27 2022

        How To Make The Most Of Travel Sporting Events

        By: TeamSnap

        Sporting events bring players, coaches, families, and fans together. But travel revolving around a sporting event can be about more than just getting to the location for the game. Dive…

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      • 7 Tips for Traveling Team Athletes (And Their Parents)

        Apr 26 2022

        7 Tips for Traveling Team Athletes (And Their Parents)

        By: Celia Balf

        The trip is booked. You’re going to a tournament with your team and it’s the first of the season. Excitement is high, but trip logistics are in question. The location…

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      • Why The Car Ride Home Can Shape How Your Athlete Thinks About Their Sport

        Apr 26 2022

        Why The Car Ride Home Can Shape How Your Athlete Thinks About Their Sport

        By: Celia Balf

        The car ride home after a game can be either filled with lots of laughs, game highlight replays, and singing or quiet time, replaying your performance, and listening to your…

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      • 10 Questions to Ask Your Athlete On A Long Car Ride

        Apr 26 2022

        10 Questions to Ask Your Athlete On A Long Car Ride

        By: Celia Balf

        The car is packed, the snacks are properly stocked, and the kids are buckled up. The weekend agenda is as follows: soccer, soccer, and more soccer. As parents, you may…

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      • How To Encourage Kids To Try New Sports

        Apr 13 2022

        How To Encourage Kids To Try New Sports

        By: Sarah Kostin

        There are many reasons why you may want your child to try a new sport. For instance, they seem bored during the offseason. Perhaps, they are obsessed in a way…

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      • How To Stop Overuse Injuries From Happening To Youth Athletes

        Apr 06 2022

        How To Stop Overuse Injuries From Happening To Youth Athletes

        By: Celia Balf

        One of the most common causes of injuries amongst youth athletes is overuse. Many children and parents see through social media and the news, that the only way to get…

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      • How Coaches Can Successfully Talk To Parents About Playing Time

        Mar 24 2022

        How Coaches Can Successfully Talk To Parents About Playing Time

        By: Sarah Kostin

        Many youth athletic coaches dread the “playing time” conversation at any level of play. In fact, some coaches create a hard fast rule that they don’t have conversations about playing…

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      • How To Choose The Right Sports Program For Your Youth Athlete

        Mar 23 2022

        How To Choose The Right Sports Program For Your Youth Athlete

        By: Celia Balf

        When it comes to selecting the right sports program for your youth athlete, the first thing to consider is who is your kid? Is your child always itching to get…

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      • How To Create A Culture of Open And Honest Communication In Your Youth Sports Club Or League

        Mar 21 2022

        How To Create A Culture of Open And Honest Communication In Your Youth Sports Club Or League

        By: Sarah Kostin

        Building relationships with your team is the most important thing you can do as a coach. Relationships and trust are built through consistent communication with the team. The team includes…

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      • Five Tips for Successful Tryouts

        Mar 09 2022

        Five Tips for Successful Tryouts

        By: Faith Walls

        Operating tryouts for your youth sports club can be daunting. If not planned correctly, an exciting, hope-filled day can turn into an organizational nightmare. Try these five tips to prepare…

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      • How Technology Is Changing The Landscape Of Youth Sports

        Mar 08 2022

        How Technology Is Changing The Landscape Of Youth Sports

        By: Faith Walls

        Technology is keeping people more connected than ever before. It is changing the youth sports landscape and revolutionizing communication and collaboration for the entire community. As with any change, technology…

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      • 4 Warning Signs You Should Pull Your Child Out Of Team Sports  

        Feb 04 2022

        4 Warning Signs You Should Pull Your Child Out Of Team Sports  

        By: TeamSnap

        Team sports can be extremely stressful, especially for children and teens. There is a need to succeed, a need to be competitive and a desire to win – sometimes at…

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      • 5 Stretches To Help Recover On Your Rest Days

        Jan 31 2022

        5 Stretches To Help Recover On Your Rest Days

        By: Sarah Kostin

        Gentle stretching is a great way to balance the body and mind after an intense practice or game. It is important for many reasons, such as: Keeping muscles long, lean,…

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      • How To Deal With Pregame Anxiety

        Jan 27 2022

        How To Deal With Pregame Anxiety

        By: Sarah Kostin

        Teach your young athlete that pregame jitters are nothing to worry about. After all, it’s perfectly normal for young athletes to feel nervous before a big athletic performance. Getting nervous…

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      • Creating Healthy & Active Habits for Families in the New Year

        Jan 13 2022

        Creating Healthy & Active Habits for Families in the New Year

        By: Faith Walls

        As the New Year kicks off, it’s the perfect time to take a look at your family routine and think about potential positive changes and habits you can build into…

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      • The Essential Parent Checklist for Baseball & Softball Registration

        Dec 13 2021

        The Essential Parent Checklist for Baseball & Softball Registration

        By: Marika Dasbach

        With the holiday rush in full swing, the last thing on most people’s minds right now is probably sports and registration. But with baseball and softball registration season right around…

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      • 5 Ways to Find Balance During the Holiday Rush

        Dec 06 2021

        5 Ways to Find Balance During the Holiday Rush

        By: Alison Kresta

        It’s no secret the holiday season can be the busiest of the year. Here are five ways to help you keep life balanced–and easy.

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      • Meet Your Johnsonville Best of the Backyard Sweepstakes TeamSnap Winners!

        Nov 29 2021

        Meet Your Johnsonville Best of the Backyard Sweepstakes TeamSnap Winners!

        By: Johnsonville

        TeamSnap and Johnsonville teamed up this summer to bring TeamSnap users a chance to win Johnsonville’s Best of the Backyard Sweepstakes! Two lucky winners were able to score The Ultimate…

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      • 6 Athlete-Tested Tips to Build Confidence

        Nov 18 2021

        6 Athlete-Tested Tips to Build Confidence

        By: Lara Rosenbaum

        So much goes into creating an elite athlete: devoted coaches, parents, sports psychologists, physical therapists, trial and error, and of course, intrinsic motivation. Many athletes (including myself) also coach young…

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      • 8 Constructive Ways to Push Your Child in Youth Sports

        Nov 08 2021

        8 Constructive Ways to Push Your Child in Youth Sports

        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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      • Mind Over Matter: Helping Your Athletes Prepare for Tryouts

        Oct 25 2021

        Mind Over Matter: Helping Your Athletes Prepare for Tryouts

        By: Marika Dasbach

        Tryouts, evaluations, auditions, selections, whatever you call it, the evaluation and assessment process for making a competitive youth sports team can be daunting, and let’s face it, a little nerve-wracking…

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      • Are You a Good Sport? How Athletes (and Coaches) Can Practice Better Sportsmanship

        Oct 14 2021

        Are You a Good Sport? How Athletes (and Coaches) Can Practice Better Sportsmanship

        By: Monica Stockbridge

        We’ve all seen what can happen when an athlete or a coach experiences a lapse in sportsmanship. Foul language flies out their mouth; they withhold a handshake; they disrespect the…

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      • How To Talk to Your Kids About Winning and Losing In Sports

        Oct 06 2021

        How To Talk to Your Kids About Winning and Losing In Sports

        By: Monica Stockbridge

        Supporting your kids as they get involved in sports can help them gain community, responsibility and resilience. As with life, playing a sport comes with highs and lows. Not all…

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      • Help Your Athletes Beat the Heat and Dehydration

        Sep 13 2021

        Help Your Athletes Beat the Heat and Dehydration

        By: Marika Dasbach

        Proper hydration is important for day-to-day life but also plays a critical role in the physical performance of athletes of all ages. During their sports season, kids are often playing…

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      • A Parent’s Guide to Getting Kids Involved in Sports

        Aug 31 2021

        A Parent’s Guide to Getting Kids Involved in Sports

        By: Marika Dasbach

        So you want to get your kids involved in sports but don’t know where to start? Like most things parenting-related, there’s no hard and fast roadmap for what to do,…

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      • 5 Lessons Young Athletes Learn From Lacrosse

        Aug 23 2021

        5 Lessons Young Athletes Learn From Lacrosse

        By: TeamSnap

        Lacrosse, the fastest sport on two feet, is growing even faster across the USA than the pace of play. As a former player and current coach, it’s easy for me…

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      • Team Building Activities Your Whole Team Will Love

        Jul 22 2021

        Team Building Activities Your Whole Team Will Love

        By: Marika Dasbach

          As adults, we often assume that getting the kids onto the fields and into youth sports is all that needs to happen to build a cohesive, tight-knit team. But…

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      • Summer Reading for Athletes of Every Age

        Jul 06 2021

        Summer Reading for Athletes of Every Age

        By: Marika Dasbach

        Schools out for the summer and beaches, BBQs, sports, and pools are in. But don’t count out the easy energy and recharging respite a little summer reading can add to…

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      • Achieving The Normal Mind: The Path Of The Competitive Athlete

        Jul 03 2021

        Achieving The Normal Mind: The Path Of The Competitive Athlete

        By: Chuck Schumacher

          “When you do everything in the normal state of mind, as it is when totally unoccupied, then everything goes smoothly and easily” – Yagyu Munenori.  “He makes hitting a ball…

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      • Fire Up Fun With Johnsonville: 7 Summer Cookout Recipes for Hungry Athletes That the Whole Family Will Love

        Jun 17 2021

        Fire Up Fun With Johnsonville: 7 Summer Cookout Recipes for Hungry Athletes That the Whole Family Will Love

        By: Johnsonville

        You deserve the best summer ever. TeamSnap has teamed up with Johnsonville to put together this ‘Fire Up Fun with Johnsonville’ blog series to spark your playful spirit and help…

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      • 4 Types of Success Every Athlete Can Achieve

        Jun 11 2021

        4 Types of Success Every Athlete Can Achieve

        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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      • 7 Ways to Empower Young Female Athletes

        Jun 10 2021

        7 Ways to Empower Young Female Athletes

        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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      • Fire Up Fun with Johnsonville: Set Up the Ultimate Summer Tournament With These 6 Backyard Games

        May 29 2021

        Fire Up Fun with Johnsonville: Set Up the Ultimate Summer Tournament With These 6 Backyard Games

        By: Johnsonville

        You deserve the best summer ever. TeamSnap has teamed up with Johnsonville to put together this ‘Fire Up Fun with Johnsonville’ blog series to spark your playful spirit and help…

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      • 7 Ways to Prevent Overtraining

        Apr 28 2021

        7 Ways to Prevent Overtraining

        By: TeamSnap

        In the increasingly competitive landscape of youth sports, practices are longer, more intense, and more frequent than ever. While practice and repetition may inch the athlete closer to perfection, athletes…

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      • Positive Coaching Alliance 2021 National Double-goal Coach® Award Winners Announced

        Mar 11 2021

        Positive Coaching Alliance 2021 National Double-goal Coach® Award Winners Announced

        By: Marika Dasbach

        As part of our ongoing partnership with the Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA), we are proud to announce the national recipients and winners of PCA’s 2021 National Double-goal Coach® Award. In…

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      • How Sports Empower Women and Girls for Life

        Feb 02 2021

        How Sports Empower Women and Girls for Life

        By: Marika Dasbach

        February 3, 2021, is the 35th annual National Girls & Women in Sports Day. This day calls on girls and women to own their inner and outer strength while recognizing…

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      • National Women & Girls in Sports Day – Call For Stories

        Jan 19 2021

        National Women & Girls in Sports Day – Call For Stories

        By: Marika Dasbach

        February 3, 2021, is the 35th Annual National Girls & Women in Sports Day. This moment inspires girls and women to own their inner and outer strength while understanding the…

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      • 4 Healthy Habits for Kids in the New Year

        Jan 04 2021

        4 Healthy Habits for Kids in the New Year

        By: TeamSnap

        New Year’s resolutions can be hard to keep but habits? They’re doable–and science proves it. Here are four habits for every young athlete and ways to make them stick.

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      • Preparing for Spring Season: TeamSnap COVID-19 Webinar Series

        Dec 28 2020

        Preparing for Spring Season: TeamSnap COVID-19 Webinar Series

        By: Marika Dasbach

        As we head into the New Year, we’re also heading into another season of uncertainty. Many coaches and sports organizers may face the challenges of the pandemic for the first…

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      • Creating New Traditions This Holiday Season

        Dec 15 2020

        Creating New Traditions This Holiday Season

        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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      • 5 Ways to Practice Health & Wellness This Winter

        Dec 01 2020

        5 Ways to Practice Health & Wellness This Winter

        By: Nanci Zurek

        The days are getting shorter, the wind is getting chillier, and most sports are entering the off-season. Practicing health and wellness in the winter in order to stay healthy for…

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      • Youth Sports: Good for the Body, Mind & Soul

        Nov 11 2020

        Youth Sports: Good for the Body, Mind & Soul

        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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      • 10 Reasons Why Athletics Have Become a Beacon of Hope

        Oct 27 2020

        10 Reasons Why Athletics Have Become a Beacon of Hope

        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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      • What Does It Take to Be a Good Spectator?

        Oct 20 2020

        What Does It Take to Be a Good Spectator?

        By: Kendall Ruth

        The Right Tools and Planning Youth sports continue to reopen, but attending as a spectator may come down to following smart etiquette. Coaches need to not only have a strong…

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      • Concussions in the Age of COVID-19

        Oct 08 2020

        Concussions in the Age of COVID-19

        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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      • What Kind of Impact are Masks Having on Youth Sports?

        Sep 28 2020

        What Kind of Impact are Masks Having on Youth Sports?

        By: Kendall Ruth

        Summer may be ending but youth sports continue to reopen. The cooler weather will bring more sports and see many moving indoors. Now that there’s been some time to feel…

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      • Dealing With Disappointment if Sports Are Cancelled or Postponed

        Sep 28 2020

        Dealing With Disappointment if Sports Are Cancelled or Postponed

        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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      • After A Concussion, When Can Your Child Play?

        Sep 16 2020

        After A Concussion, When Can Your Child Play?

        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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      • Feel Good Moments

        Sep 10 2020

        Feel Good Moments

        By: Chuck Schumacher

        “Watching my grandson learn all aspects of life through sports, playing hard, working as a team and most of all, having fun.” “The fun. Whether you are a player or…

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      • What’s Next for College-Bound Athletes?

        Sep 02 2020

        What’s Next for College-Bound Athletes?

        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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      • 4 Things to Consider When Choosing A Team Name

        Aug 03 2020

        4 Things to Consider When Choosing A Team Name

        By: TeamSnap

        Although team names are often assigned by the league or influenced by sponsorships, in some cases, the coaches and players are able to select their team name in a fun–but…

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      • A Summer Guide to Working From Home With Kids

        Jul 07 2020

        A Summer Guide to Working From Home With Kids

        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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      • How to Keep Your Little Ripper Safe on a Skateboard  

        Jun 08 2020

        How to Keep Your Little Ripper Safe on a Skateboard  

        By: TeamSnap

        As individual activities have become more popular during social distancing, skateboarding participation, which has remained steady since 2013, could see an increase this summer. Skateboarding is an extreme sport, and…

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      • 6 Tips for a Great Summer Game Plan

        Jun 01 2020

        6 Tips for a Great Summer Game Plan

        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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      • Make a Sports Journal for Kids With This Printable Activity

        May 21 2020

        Make a Sports Journal for Kids With This Printable Activity

        By: TeamSnap

        Major news events can play a significant role in a child’s life. While a child may not need anything to remember this unprecedented time, a COVID-19 time capsule or journal…

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      • How to Boost Sports Performance With Your Eyes Closed

        Apr 20 2020

        How to Boost Sports Performance With Your Eyes Closed

        By: Lara Rosenbaum

        Visualization can up your game: Elite athletes know it and science proves it. Here’s how to imagine your way better, whether you’re in season or off.

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      • How Setting Goals Can Keep Kids Motivated During Time Off

        Apr 07 2020

        How Setting Goals Can Keep Kids Motivated During Time Off

        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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      • 5 Ways to Help Kids Stay Positive

        Apr 01 2020

        5 Ways to Help Kids Stay Positive

        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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      • 10 Simple Activities to Add to Any Kid’s Daily Routine

        Mar 24 2020

        10 Simple Activities to Add to Any Kid’s Daily Routine

        By: TeamSnap

        Try these activities to keep your kids engaged and active during the pandemic. Along with helping children learn how to read, how to talk and how to play well with…

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      • 5 Winning Ways (and Reasons!) to Cross Train

        Mar 12 2020

        5 Winning Ways (and Reasons!) to Cross Train

        By: Sara Lindberg

        Playing different sports can help youth athletes boost strength, agility–and enjoyment. Here are five combinations to try.

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      • An Eye-Opening Q & A with the Author of Fast Girls

        Feb 17 2020

        An Eye-Opening Q & A with the Author of Fast Girls

        By: Lara Rosenbaum

        We spoke with Elise Hooper about the 1936 Women’s Olympic Team, Jesse Owens, and more.

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      • 5 Character-Building Lessons for Youth Athletes

        Feb 03 2020

        5 Character-Building Lessons for Youth Athletes

        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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      • How to Teach Balance Between School and Sports

        Jan 24 2020

        How to Teach Balance Between School and Sports

        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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      • Winning in Youth Sports

        Jan 11 2020

        Winning in Youth Sports

        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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      • 3 Reasons Why It’s Best to Just Be the Parent (and Not the Coach)

        Dec 04 2019

        3 Reasons Why It’s Best to Just Be the Parent (and Not the Coach)

        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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      • 3 Ways to Keep Kids Active During Holiday Breaks

        Nov 26 2019

        3 Ways to Keep Kids Active During Holiday Breaks

        By: Lara Rosenbaum

        School sports might hit pause, but that doesn’t mean your young athlete has to as well. Here are three ways to keep kids on their toes.

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      • How to Help Your Young Athlete Get Along

        Nov 19 2019

        How to Help Your Young Athlete Get Along

        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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      • Help Your Child Learn to Set Goals

        Nov 11 2019

        Help Your Child Learn to Set Goals

        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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      • 10 Ways Parents Can Make Athletes Happy

        Nov 06 2019

        10 Ways Parents Can Make Athletes Happy

        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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      • 4 Ways to Keep Kids Playing Sports

        Nov 01 2019

        4 Ways to Keep Kids Playing Sports

        By: Alison Kresta

        Youth sports teach tremendous life skills. Here’s how to keep young athletes playing.

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      • 3 Ways to Help Kids Fulfill Their Potential

        Oct 30 2019

        3 Ways to Help Kids Fulfill Their Potential

        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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      • 4 Questions You Must Ask Yourself as a Sports Parent

        Oct 23 2019

        4 Questions You Must Ask Yourself as a Sports Parent

        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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      • How to Fight the Urge to Fix Everything for Young Athletes

        Oct 16 2019

        How to Fight the Urge to Fix Everything for Young Athletes

        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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      • Why It’s Important to Train Right

        Oct 14 2019

        Why It’s Important to Train Right

        By: Chuck Schumacher

        Training is what leads to results–so why not train right? Here, we explain why it’s so important.

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      • 9 Activities to Help Young Athletes Stay Sharp

        Oct 10 2019

        9 Activities to Help Young Athletes Stay Sharp

        By: Alison Kresta

        School may be in session, but maybe your child is taking the season off. Fortunately there are a whole slew of activities kids can try–and participating in them may even…

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      • How to Help Your Child Handle Sports Pressure

        Oct 02 2019

        How to Help Your Child Handle Sports Pressure

        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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      • 6 Back-in-School Tips for Over-Stretched Sports Parents

        Sep 27 2019

        6 Back-in-School Tips for Over-Stretched Sports Parents

        By: TeamSnap

        Do you feel sports ready? There’s so much involved when it comes to being a sports parent, whether it’s driving to after-school practices and Saturday games, or washing seemingly endless…

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      • 7 Reasons Playing Sports Should Be a Joy for Your Child

        Sep 25 2019

        7 Reasons Playing Sports Should Be a Joy for Your Child

        By: Janis B. Meredith

        In 1939, Little League was born when Carl Stotz of Williamsport, Pennsylvania founded an organization that gave children the opportunity to play organized baseball. Youth football began in 1929, youth…

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      • 10 Concussion Facts Sports Parents Should Know

        Sep 20 2019

        10 Concussion Facts Sports Parents Should Know

        By: Janis B. Meredith

        Every sports parent needs to be aware of concussion protocol and safety. Concussions are serious and should not be taken likely. If your child is playing sports this year–and any…

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      • How to Coach “Achievers” and Help Them Avoid Burnout

        Sep 16 2019

        How to Coach “Achievers” and Help Them Avoid Burnout

        By: Sheila Repeta

        “Mom I can’t,” my 12-year-old nugget sobbed through his tears.  It was mile three of 20–yes, 20 miles heaven help us–on a qualifying run my son needed to finish for…

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      • Concussions: When Can Youth Athletes Return to Play?

        Sep 11 2019

        Concussions: When Can Youth Athletes Return to Play?

        By: Janis B. Meredith

        When can my child return to play after a concussion? It’s an unfortunate question sports parents may have to ask. And when it comes to concussions, you should not be…

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      • Teaching Young Athletes to Own Their Actions

        Aug 29 2019

        Teaching Young Athletes to Own Their Actions

        By: Janis B. Meredith

        We all know youth sports can teach kids about failure, and that’s not a bad thing. But kids can also learn early on that blaming others for such failures might…

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      • Small Moments Can Lead to Big Success

        Aug 21 2019

        Small Moments Can Lead to Big Success

        By: Janis B. Meredith

        It may seem with sports that it’s all about the big games and the results of the other games in the middle. After all, with sports, it’s about competition. But…

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      • New Team? Here’s How to Make It Strong

        Aug 13 2019

        New Team? Here’s How to Make It Strong

        By: Janis B. Meredith

        A new school year brings a new season of sports and for many children, that can mean joining a new team. Old friends might get together again or make new…

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      • 7 Ways to Boost the Back-to-School Sports Experience

        Aug 06 2019

        7 Ways to Boost the Back-to-School Sports Experience

        By: Janis B. Meredith

        For many families, back to school means back to school sports. If you’re a sports parent, here are seven ways you can help your young athlete get the most from…

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