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Gratitude means feeling, expressing, or noticing thanks and appreciation. Gratitude often brings feelings of kindness, warmth, and other forms of generosity. Practicing gratitude means taking the time to notice and…

Ah, the offseason. The perfect time for some much-needed rest and relaxation from your busy coaching schedule. Time to kick back, relax, and binge-watch your favorite TV shows. For some…

Award-winning parenting writer Lisa Cohn and Youth Sports Psychology expert Dr. Patrick Cohn are co-founders of The Ultimate Sports Parent. In our last article, we discussed the top five confidence…

An 11-year-old basketball player says that he loses confidence when his parents bring all 10 members of his extended family to watch his games. He feels pressure to perform well,…

With social distancing practices, staying motivated is not the easiest thing to do. For athletes in particular, it can be challenging to adjust to at-home practices and other new restrictions…

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

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…

The offseason is here. For some, coming down from a busy season is hard. Your brain might not easily switch from coach mode to chill mode. Worrisome questions may be…

“I want to be a Major League Baseball Player.”  “I want to play in the NBA.”  “I want to make it to the NFL.” — Anonymous kids. When one of…

I was livid. My son, the back-up second baseman, had been told by the coach that, if the team had a sizable lead, he would come into the game in…

This is the second post in a three part series from the Coaches’ Zone on coaching competition.  Make sure to leave your comments and let us know what you think….

Consistent action builds extraordinary outcomes. ~ Jerry Seinfeld Youth coaches are often asked: “What are your primary goals for your players this season?” Common answers are: “Stay Safe”, “Have Fun”,…

“The fewer rules a coach has, the fewer rules there are for players to break” ~ John Madden. As with any organization, teams require a set of rules. I encourage…

All great teams have a defining culture, and youth teams should have one too. My teams are defined by timeless virtues that all players can develop, regardless of age or…

Interacting with our customers on a daily basis, I have the pleasure of talking to coaches, team moms and dads, league administrators, managers, and sports parents. Everyone has their own…