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Respectful Communication: Why the Way You Praise Matters
November 5, 2019
Every athlete on the team should end the year feeling valued for their progress, skill development, and attitude. Here is some advice on how to praise your athlete that will have the most beneficial impact on their sport.
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4 Ways to Make Your Sport More Accessible For All
October 22, 2019
Break the stigma associated with disabilities and create an enriching sport experience for all athletes with these four practical strategies that can easily integrate into your sport program as recommended by Disabled Sports USA.
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Disability Etiquette: What You Need to Know
October 8, 2019
Learn how you can make sports more positive and inclusive for all.
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5 Ways to Foster a Positive Team Culture
September 30, 2019
For young athletes, it’s not about winning or even about learning skills – it’s about building self-esteem and friendships and the other intangibles.
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Five Reasons Why Your Athletes Need a Hydration Plan
September 17, 2019
As we approach the hot summer months, it’s important to know how to spot the symptoms of over-hydration and how to help your athletes develop a plan to stay balanced with their hydration needs on and off the field.
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How to Help Your Athlete Come Back After a Bad Decision
August 9, 2019
No matter what bad decision your athlete made, the first step towards staging a comeback is to understand that a bad decision isn’t the same as being a bad person.
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5 Practical Self-Care Tips For Youth Athletes
August 9, 2019
Help your young athletes develop a stronger mindset to deal with the stresses of sport and daily life by introducing self-care strategies and encouraging them to practice them daily.
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Anti-Doping 101: What Parents Need to Know Before Their Child is Tested
February 14, 2019
Young athletes may be subject to anti-doping testing as they progress through sport. Here's what you and your athlete should know about testing.
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Clean and Healthy Competition: Why It Matters
February 7, 2019
We all want young athletes to perform at their athletic best without risking their health.Learn why it's important to create a culture of clean and healthy competition and what you can do to cultivate that environment.
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How to Combat an Excuse Mentality
January 20, 2019
Young athletes who make excuses can have a negative impact on the unity of a team.Learn tips to prevent the excuse mentality from developing on your team.
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