Category: Sports Parenting - Page 3

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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 SarafaAugust 30, 2022
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 HarringtonAugust 23, 2022
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.
The Jersey Watch TeamNovember 18, 2021
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.
The Jersey Watch TeamNovember 18, 2021
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 HarringtonOctober 11, 2021
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Sports Parenting

5 Tips for Dealing with Parents in Youth Sports

Most parents want to enjoy the season and support the team - but a few bad apples can ruin the fun for everyone. Follow these quick tips to help with dealing with crazy parents!
Connie HarringtonNovember 5, 2020
teach sportsmanship youth sports
Youth Sports Management
Sports Parenting

How to Teach Sportsmanship in Youth Sports

Learning to treat coaches, teammates, opponents, and referees with respect can carry over to school, family, and work later in life. In this post learn how to teach young athletes sportsmanship.
Tim GusweilerNovember 5, 2020
a youth sports coach with a baseball player
Youth Sports Management
Sports Parenting

6 Benefits of Coaching Youth Sports

Coaching a youth sports team is a big time commitment. But the rewards make it worthwhile. In this post we share six top benefits of coaching youth sports.
Connie HarringtonOctober 5, 2020