Visually Adaptive Sports Visually adaptive sports are sports that contain modifications that allow athletes with visual impairments to play and compete. Visually adaptive sports feature specific additions and rules that make it possible for players of all abilities to enjoy the sport. Have something to add? It looks like we’re running low on content for these sports. Help us fill this page with useful tips, drills, and information. Submit your ideas or resources and we’ll get to work! Make a suggestion How to Coach Differing Personality Types Avoid mismatches between coaching style and player personality More Athlete's Health Articles Understanding Trauma’s Impact on Behavior Is My Young Athlete Mentally Well? When and How to Intervene TrueSport Expert Kevin Chapman, PhD, clinical psychologist, shares red flags to look for when it comes to an athlete’s mental well-being. Top 5 Foods to Boost Your Athlete’s Mood Find out what foods may help boost your young athlete's mood while maintaining good nutrition and also keeping them sport-ready. Help Young Athletes Set Goals for the Season Criticism Sandwich Is Off the Menu David Yeager, PhD describes the Mentor’s Dilemma as being hard to simultaneously criticize someone and motivate them because criticism can crush a young person’s confidence. Five Things to Know about Sport Specialization Early sport specialization might SEEM important for sport skill development, but engaging in a variety of sports can lead to a happier, healthier athlete. How to Know When that Back Pain Warrants a Doctor Visit The common causes of adolescent back pain, when to seek medical treatment, and how to help alleviate discomfort at home for less serious situations. 7 Things You Didn’t Know about Building Your Core What most athletes get wrong about their core muscles, and how you can actually develop and maintain a strong core. Don’t Cheat Your Body, Recover Smart After Summer Workouts Checklist for Positive Coaches Positive Coaches strive to develop their athletes as competitors and ensure the development of life skills by creating a positive sports culture. Here are simple but powerful things you can do to have a lifetime impact on your athletes as... Good Question: How Are Kids’ Sports Physicals Different From Regular Ones? Have You Asked Your Athlete What They Don’t Want? How to talk to your athlete about their goals and dreams, and how to reframe negatives into positive action steps. View all athlete health articles