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      Category: Health and Safety


      • 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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      • Yardstik’s Playbook for Safer Youth Sports – Part 3: Taking Action

        Oct 11 2022

        Yardstik’s Playbook for Safer Youth Sports – Part 3: Taking Action

        By: TeamSnap

        Written by Mallory Adamson from Yardstik, TeamSnap’s new partner for background checks   So, you’ve made it this far in this playbook series (please check out part 1 and part…

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      • Yardstik’s Playbook for Safer Youth Sports –  Part 2: Education and Evaluation

        Oct 03 2022

        Yardstik’s Playbook for Safer Youth Sports – Part 2: Education and Evaluation

        By: Kate Rampone

        Written by Mallory Adamson from Yardstik, TeamSnap’s new partner for background checks   In the world of background screening (like most things in life), it’s easy to get tunnel vision….

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      • Yardstik’s Playbook for Safer Youth Sports –  Part 1: Making Safety a Priority

        Sep 26 2022

        Yardstik’s Playbook for Safer Youth Sports – Part 1: Making Safety a Priority

        By: TeamSnap

        Written by Mallory Adamson from Yardstik, TeamSnap’s new partner for background checks As the organization administrator, imagine you’re in the shoes of a parent who is, for the first time,…

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      • Five Things Every Coach Should Have to Keep Their Team Safe

        Apr 12 2022

        Five Things Every Coach Should Have to Keep Their Team Safe

        By: Faith Walls

        The most important job of a youth sports coach is keeping kids safe. This role goes far beyond just motivating your players, coaches are responsible to prepare for any unknowns….

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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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      • How Yoga Is Beneficial for Sports & Recovery in Youth Athletes

        Jan 07 2022

        How Yoga Is Beneficial for Sports & Recovery in Youth Athletes

        By: Sarah Kostin

        Yoga is a fun, easy, and beneficial practice for young athletes. It builds core strength, improves balance and body awareness, and aids in recovery. Yoga helps athletes to notice the…

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      • Bringing Back Sports for Better: Key Takeaways From the Pandemic & Youth Sports

        Oct 28 2021

        Bringing Back Sports for Better: Key Takeaways From the Pandemic & Youth Sports

        By: Marika Dasbach

        On Wednesday, October 20th, TeamSnap presented at the Aspen Institute’s 2021 Project Play Summit. This event is the nation’s premier event for leaders building healthy communities through sports. Joined by…

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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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      • What a Safe Return to Play Means to Most Parents

        May 17 2021

        What a Safe Return to Play Means to Most Parents

        By: Zach Wills

          With our worlds being shaken up for the past 4+ months, one thing is certain: People are ready to get back to sports.  Kids are excited to get out…

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      • Validate USA Hockey Numbers With Teamsnap

        Mar 08 2021

        Validate USA Hockey Numbers With Teamsnap

        By: Marika Dasbach

        If you’re a hockey parent, spring means helping your kids balance hockey games and practices with tryouts, registrations, renewing USA Hockey memberships, and to top it all off, the approaching…

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      • Managing Expectations for Your Sports Organization in 2021

        Feb 15 2021

        Managing Expectations for Your Sports Organization in 2021

        By: Kody Pedersen

        During a trying year, one moment seemingly everyone was excited for was flipping the calendar to 2021. Where 2020 had denied us so many of our simple pleasures, 2021 promised…

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      • Recapping Our Top Articles for Sports Admins, Coaches, Parents and Players From 2020

        Jan 18 2021

        Recapping Our Top Articles for Sports Admins, Coaches, Parents and Players From 2020

        By: Marika Dasbach

        We did it! We made it to 2021! And while we think it’s safe to say most won’t look fondly back at 2020, watching the sports community come together in…

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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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      • 5 Million Health Checks Submitted!

        Oct 26 2020

        5 Million Health Checks Submitted!

        By: Anand Patel

        I said this a little less than a month ago, and I will say it again today. Thank you. This milestone of 5 million health checks administered is a testament…

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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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      • Richmond Jets MHA Plans a Safe Return to Hockey

        Oct 14 2020

        Richmond Jets MHA Plans a Safe Return to Hockey

        By: Anand Patel

        “The majority of families were excited and itching to get back on the ice and back playing hockey.” I’m sure this statement by Eric Bernal, President of Richmond Jets MHA,…

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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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      • 3 Million Moments of Excitement and Sports Joy

        Sep 29 2020

        3 Million Moments of Excitement and Sports Joy

        By: Anand Patel

        It’s been less than 2 months since we launched TeamSnap Health Check free to all users and we have officially administered over 3 million screenings.  That’s 3 million times that…

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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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      • 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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      • The New York Bluebirds Chart a Safe Return to Play

        Aug 13 2020

        The New York Bluebirds Chart a Safe Return to Play

        By: Anand Patel

        “It can be done.” Mike Handell, President of the New York Bluebirds youth baseball and softball organization, continued to make this statement as he discussed his organization’s return to play. …

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      • Active Kids and the Importance of Nutrients for Growth

        Jun 29 2020

        Active Kids and the Importance of Nutrients for Growth

        By: TeamSnap

        Whether your kids are training for sports or spending the day lounging at home, providing them with the right foods will fuel their day and promote growth. Certain nutrients are…

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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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      • May 13 2020

        How To Message COVID-19 During The Pandemic To Youth Sports Teams

        By: TeamSnap

        Subject: <INSERT ORG. NAME> Coronavirus Update Dear <INSERT ORG. NAME> Players and Families: We will continue to monitor the developments of the Coronavirus and update our policies and guidelines as…

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      • 5 Ways to Power Up for Any Sport

        Apr 06 2020

        5 Ways to Power Up for Any Sport

        By: Lara Rosenbaum

        Sports like tennis, soccer, cheerleading and even certain track and swim disciplines challenge your body in similar ways: They all involve bursts of power over extended periods of time. Physiologically…

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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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      • Mar 12 2020

        CDC – Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) Resources

        By: TeamSnap

        Here at LeagueSide, we want to keep youth sports families informed and calm during the Coronavirus Epidemic. We’ve curated a few of the best articles and resources that we’ve seen…

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      • When Explaining Coronavirus To Your Children, What’s The Best Approach?

        Mar 12 2020

        When Explaining Coronavirus To Your Children, What’s The Best Approach?

        By: TeamSnap

        Here at LeagueSide, we want to keep youth sports families informed and calm during the Coronavirus Epidemic. We’ve curated a few of the best articles that we’ve seen and summarized…

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      • Common Track Injuries–And How to Prevent Them

        Feb 25 2020

        Common Track Injuries–And How to Prevent Them

        By: TeamSnap

        Let’s face it: Most track and fielders have experienced an injury at least once in their careers. These are the most common injuries faced by runners, and a guide to preventing them. 

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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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      • 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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      • 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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      • How Healthy Are Sports Drinks, Anyway?

        Jun 14 2019

        How Healthy Are Sports Drinks, Anyway?

        By: Lisa Hope

        If you ever watch sports, you’re bound to see players sipping on neon-colored drinks during a game. You may even see coaches get an ice bucket shower after a big…

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      • 5 Ways to Prepare Feet for Summer

        Jun 11 2019

        5 Ways to Prepare Feet for Summer

        By: Lara Rosenbaum

        The mercury has risen and here’s a hot truth: Summer can be fantastic for the soul, but hard on the feet. We’re talking flip flops and running in the sand–both…

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      • Sep 19 2018

        5 Facts About Concussions

        By: TeamSnap

        Few health-related topics are discussed in the news today as frequently as sports-related concussions. Even still, misconceptions are widespread, and the most common facts remain largely unknown. In the youth…

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      • Nov 28 2017

        Hockey Great Ken Dryden Calls for an End to Hits to the Head

        By: TeamSnap

        Lately, Ken Dryden–Hall of Fame goaltender, former Canadian Member of Parliament and acclaimed author–has been talking about the problem of head injuries in hockey. He’s appeared on radio programs and…

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      • The Best Healthy Snacks for Kids Before, During and After the Big Game

        Aug 23 2017

        The Best Healthy Snacks for Kids Before, During and After the Big Game

        By: TeamSnap

        It’s game day. Your young athlete has been practicing for this day for a long time. To ensure they play their best they need the proper fuel. What are the…

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      • How to Teach Kids to Sprint Correctly

        Jul 18 2017

        How to Teach Kids to Sprint Correctly

        By: Jim Grove

        Running–and sprinting in particular–is a fundamental skill that supports a multitude of other activities. If you know how to sprint properly, you’re more likely to enjoy a wide range of…

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      • Treating Le Tennis Elbow

        May 26 2017

        Treating Le Tennis Elbow

        By: TeamSnap

        Ever heard of tennis elbow? If you Google it, you might get coude de tennis. In French, that literally means “an elbow that is tennis,” which makes absolutely no sense. No matter…

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      • May 19 2017

        Preventing Concussions and Head Injuries in Youth Sports

        By: TeamSnap

        Sports are a fantastic way for young people to exercise, develop self-confidence and make new friends. But contact sports present the danger of concussions and head injuries. It’s not that…

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      • Do Girls Deal with More Overuse Injuries Than Boys?

        May 17 2017

        Do Girls Deal with More Overuse Injuries Than Boys?

        By: Dan Peterson

        While the age of specialization in youth sports has created more skilled athletes entering high school, it also has caused a rash of overuse injuries. Training the same movements continuously…

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      • When in Doubt, Sit Them Out:  Concussion Safety Tips for Parents

        Apr 21 2017

        When in Doubt, Sit Them Out: Concussion Safety Tips for Parents

        By: TeamSnap

        Anytime we as parents register our children for any kind of sports activity, there’s always a little voice in the back of our heads warning us of potential dangers. Bumps,…

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      • Apr 14 2017

        Top 5 Ways to Prevent Baseball Injuries

        By: TeamSnap

        Baseball is a relatively low-impact sport that can still cause a broad range of injuries if players aren’t carefully prepared. From pulled muscles in the arms to head injuries, players…

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      • Apr 12 2017

        How to Warm Up for Your Practice

        By: Quentin Stuart

        Warming up is an essential part of practice. When designing a warmup for your team, be sure to keep these three principles in mind. First, stay under five minutes. Second,…

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      • A Brief Overview of Concussion Safety

        Mar 17 2017

        A Brief Overview of Concussion Safety

        By: Janis B. Meredith

        There are at least 38 million young athletes participating in sports in the United States each year. The Centers for Disease Control estimates that five to 10 percent of athletes…

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      • Coaching the Squat for Long-Term Success

        Feb 15 2017

        Coaching the Squat for Long-Term Success

        By: Quentin Stuart

        Teaching young athletes basic strength-building moves is one of the most important things we do as coaches. In my last post, I discussed how a simple tweak in push-up form…

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      • Concussions: More Than a Bump on the Head

        Feb 13 2017

        Concussions: More Than a Bump on the Head

        By: TeamSnap

        In recent years, more attention than ever has turned toward concussions, and parents of young athletes are–and should be–concerned about this often overlooked and underestimated injury. According to the Centers…

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      • Feb 06 2017

        Can a Blood Test Diagnose a Concussion?

        By: Dan Peterson

        It’s official: Concussions can be tricky to diagnose during a game. There are obvious cases where players show classic symptoms of disorientation, dizziness and loss of memory. But there are also borderline…

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      • Coaching the Pushup for Long-Term Success

        Jan 30 2017

        Coaching the Pushup for Long-Term Success

        By: Quentin Stuart

        I’m a big believer in using practice time to teach young athletes basic strength exercises. Youth practices are often a kid’s first formal exposure to strength training. As a coach,…

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      • The Search for the Vanishing Fat Cells

        Jan 06 2017

        The Search for the Vanishing Fat Cells

        By: Dan Peterson

        Let’s say that three months from now you check off your New Year’s resolution of losing 20 pounds through better eating and more exercise. As you enjoy your celebratory DQ Blizzard,…

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      • Treating Concussion Symptoms And Post Concussion Syndrome (3/3)

        Dec 18 2016

        Treating Concussion Symptoms And Post Concussion Syndrome (3/3)

        By: TeamSnap

        This post is by Paige Decker from the The Invisible Injury. In November of 2013, while playing for Yale’s Women’s Ice Hockey Team, she suffered a head injury that then only…

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      • 4 Things To Do When You See Signs Of A Concussion (2/3)

        Dec 18 2016

        4 Things To Do When You See Signs Of A Concussion (2/3)

        By: TeamSnap

        Part 2 of 3 – This post is by Paige Decker from the The Invisible Injury. In November of 2013, while playing for Yale’s Women’s Ice Hockey Team, she suffered a head…

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      • I Think My Kid Has Concussion Symptoms. Now What? (1/3)

        Dec 18 2016

        I Think My Kid Has Concussion Symptoms. Now What? (1/3)

        By: TeamSnap

        Part 1 of 3 – This post is by Paige Decker from the The Invisible Injury. In November of 2013, while playing for Yale’s Women’s Ice Hockey Team, she suffered…

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      • Preventing Concussions in Youth Sports

        Nov 09 2016

        Preventing Concussions in Youth Sports

        By: TeamSnap

        In the field of athletics, a common dialogue of coaches, administrators, athletes and the media surrounds player safety and concussions. Although the majority of concussions are not associated with a…

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      • Do You Know What to Do if Your Young Athlete Gets a Concussion?

        Sep 23 2016

        Do You Know What to Do if Your Young Athlete Gets a Concussion?

        By: TeamSnap

        It used to be that concussions were something you only had to worry about if you were a football player or an elite athlete. But in December, reports indicated that concussions…

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      • 15 Signs That Your Child is Physically Literate

        Jul 29 2016

        15 Signs That Your Child is Physically Literate

        By: Jim Grove

        If you were looking for signs that your kids were physically literate, what would you look for? In the simplest sense, physical literacy means your kids have good movement skills….

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      • Jul 01 2016

        TeamSnap’s Tips for the Summer Sports Season

        By: TeamSnap

        Summertime means a summer break, right? Well, maybe not for everybody. If you’re a summer sport coach or your young athlete is playing a sport this summer, your schedule is…

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      • 3 Common Myths About Youth Strength Training

        Jun 24 2016

        3 Common Myths About Youth Strength Training

        By: TeamSnap

        Everyone seems to have a story that goes something like this: their friend started lifting at 12, and now, as an adult, their friend has back pains. But guess what? For…

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      • The ACL Epidemic in Sports, Part 2: Who’s at Risk?

        Jun 03 2016

        The ACL Epidemic in Sports, Part 2: Who’s at Risk?

        By: Joseph Janosky

        Click here to read part 1 of The ACL Epidemic in Sports. Last week, you were introduced to TJ, a high school football player whose sophomore season was ended by…

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      • The ACL Epidemic in Sports, Part 1: Failure

        May 27 2016

        The ACL Epidemic in Sports, Part 1: Failure

        By: Joseph Janosky

        “It was nine seconds into the game that I got to carry the ball for the first time.” And as he had done so many times that season, TJ, the…

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      • How to Prevent Torn ACL Injuries Before They Happen to Our Young Athletes

        May 11 2016

        How to Prevent Torn ACL Injuries Before They Happen to Our Young Athletes

        By: TeamSnap

        Our 15 year old son has loved soccer since he could walk and has been playing for over 10 years. He has been blessed with amazing coaches and great teammates….

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      • The Concussion Conundrum

        Mar 01 2016

        The Concussion Conundrum

        By: TeamSnap

        Experiencing a concussion is a difficult thing to describe. There are obvious symptoms, but it’s the hidden ones that scare me the most. The truth is that experiencing a concussion…

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      • Concussions and the Future of Tackle Football

        Jan 18 2016

        Concussions and the Future of Tackle Football

        By: Ken Taylor

        I played contact football at all levels possible, including the pros. Did I have many concussions? Dunno. I can’t remember. So, I forced myself to go to see Concussion.  Concussions are such…

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      • Training Young Athletes: Finding the Balance

        Jan 07 2016

        Training Young Athletes: Finding the Balance

        By: Chuck Schumacher

        A few years ago while I was teaching a karate class at my gym, a mother and her son arrived for the youngster’s first private karate lesson. As they sat…

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      • Letting Young Kids Specialize in One Sport is a Bad Idea

        Dec 15 2015

        Letting Young Kids Specialize in One Sport is a Bad Idea

        By: Istvan Balyi

        By Istvan Balyi and Jim Grove So many parents dream about their children becoming superstar hockey players, or figure skaters, or basketball players. And one question that often generates heated…

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      • Nov 03 2015

        Keep Players Safe This Hockey Season

        By: Erin Wozniak

        Although every athlete is concerned about staying safe, few sports present the same dangers as hockey. With high-speed gameplay and potential for errant sticks or pucks, there’s a degree of…

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      • Sep 22 2015

        Make a Change in Your Life: How to Overcome Exercise Bulimia

        By: Deb Zacher

        I have a confession. I used to be an exercise bulimic. When I was 11 years old, did I know what drove me to practice so much? Of course not. Taking my…

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      • Sep 17 2015

        3 Ways To Help Your Child Build Mental Strength Through Sports

        By: TeamSnap

        Let’s face it: most athletes, particularly teenage athletes, are mentally under-trained. While they might acknowledge that the mind is important to their sport, they don’t always have a plan to…

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      • Jul 21 2015

        4 Techniques to Help You Conquer Pre-Game Anxiety

        By: TeamSnap

        No matter your sport or age, anyone who’s ever played has felt those pre-game “butterflies” in their stomach. Some of us also get the sweats even before we set foot…

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      • Does Your Child Pass the Test for Physical Literacy?

        Jul 14 2015

        Does Your Child Pass the Test for Physical Literacy?

        By: Jim Grove

        You may already know how important physical literacy is without even recognizing the term. Physical literacy refers to a blend of movement skills, physical awareness, cognitive understandings and general attitudes…

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      • Jun 30 2015

        Balancing Safety & Independence: 3 Classic Summer Sports Travel Scenarios

        By: TeamSnap

        How to use technology to keep your sanity on a travel team trip This is a collaborative article written by TeamSnap and MamaBear All-star games and travel team trips define…

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      • Baseball Field Maintenance for Safety: What Volunteer Caretakers Need To Know

        May 28 2015

        Baseball Field Maintenance for Safety: What Volunteer Caretakers Need To Know

        By: TeamSnap

        At the youth level, there is no professional grounds crew – just coaches, parents and players responsible for keeping the fields watered, free of debris, lined and ready for play….

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      • Apr 28 2015

        How To Help Your Child Prevent Sports Injuries

        By: TeamSnap

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