Category: Sports Parenting - Page 2

a baseball player participating in youth sports
Sports Parenting

A Complete Guide to Youth Sports Participation for Parents

The lessons your kids learn in their formative years will stick with them for the rest of their lives. Learn how to get your child involved in sports in this guide!
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a softball player sliding safely back to first base
Sports Parenting

The Impressive Health Benefits of Youth Sports

Being involved in youth sports comes with all sorts of health benefits. From circulation to lung health to bone density - being active in team sports provides a huge health boost for kids.
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a youth sports coach helping an athlete from the sideline
Sports Parenting

What is 'Success' in Youth Sports?

What does 'success' mean in youth sports? It can be different for each athlete. Read these tips to be the best sports parent you can be.
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a youth sports parent with his child
Sports Parenting

Coaching Begins at Home: The Role of Parents in Youth Sports

Parents of youth sports athletes play an important role in their kid's development on and off the field. Here are some ways parents can help kids succeed.
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a youth soccer player kicking a corner kick
Sports Parenting

Uncovering the Reasons Kids Drop Out of Youth Sports

Why do kids drop out of youth sports? Find out how kids quitting sports can impact on their lives, and strategies for parents and coaches to keep kids playing.
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a youth baseball pitcher in a wind up about to strike out a batter
Sports Parenting

4 Youth Sports Psychology Exercises to Try Today

Everyone knows that a healthy mindset is critical for sports success. Coaches and parents can encourage positive, goal-focused thinking by applying these four youth sports psychology principles.
Connie Harrington
Coaching Your Own Child
Sports Parenting

Youth Sports Parenting Styles That Actually Work

One of the greatest joys in life is watching our kids grow and thrive through sport. We all want our kids to do their best. But how can we provide our kids with the greatest sporting experiences possible without being overbearing?
Connie Harrington
a youth soccer coach working with players
Sports Parenting

6 Tips for Coaching Your Own Kid in Youth Sports

While you need to be careful about how you go about it, coaching your own child in sports can be a very rewarding and bonding experience for both you and your child. Use these tips for some of the best practices today.
Andrew Sarafa