Many times the five-, six- or seven-year-old wants to play a particular sport because of an adult's influence (Mom, Dad, Coach, etc.). Since it was really someone else’s choice in the beginning, it is important that they learn something and have fun in the process. Also, there will be varying levels of skill at the [...]
One of the errors I think we make in coaching kids is that we don’t give them enough credit for what they already know or sense or feel. Since they were born (and probably before), they have been little sponges just soaking up everything going on around them. The prime sounds, of course, come from [...]
Something that continues to bother me is the lack of respect shown to each other by people of all ages, but especially our young folks. Disrespect for their elders, teachers, coaches and peers and especially each other. You can say I am old school. I’m not hip. I’m not cool. Don’t waste your breath. I [...]
The latest statistics say that there are over 40 million kids participating in youth sports every year. And, that’s without mentioning the adults (i.e., parents friends and coaches). For the time being, let’s stick to the kids. The kids are what I would term “unknown athletes.” I propose that is how it should be. Athletics [...]