College coaches know they’re dealing with teenagers who are treading into unfamiliar territory

There’s no question the event is bringing the sport huge exposure in the country, and they may have gained a few more players last night. The United States has yet to play a game in the 2018 Federation of International Lacrosse Men’s World Championship, but I think I’ve already seen the moment I’ll remember forever […]

“It’s really fun to go out there and play hockey with them and try to inspire them to play sports, (whether) it’s hockey, soccer, whatever it is, and keep active.” Members of the gold medal-winning 2018 U.S. Olympic Women’s Ice Hockey Team Kendall Coyne (Palos Heights, Ill.), Kali Flanagan (Burlington, Mass.) and Alex Rigsby(Delafield, Wis.), and captain of the gold […]

Unfortunately, junk food is the main inventory at most concession stands

Being able to map out your season in advance is huge, not only for your sanity as a club director, but for your staff, coaches, and families. Anticipate what new events you want to try this year, events to return to and events to pass on. One way in which the JVA promotes the growth […]

Visit costs add up quickly if each trip is not an official visit

When the game is on the line is when coaches most often forgo long-term development for momentary success by playing their better players, while the players who are less advanced remain on the bench. As the time ticks off the clock in a tight game, every decision, every moment, is magnified. It is during those […]

Avoid the misconceptions about how combining scholarships works

There is definitely money at the DIII level — and it may just cover much of your of your college costs

Learn more about the often difficult youth backgrounds of three of the World Cup's elite defenders