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The Value of Sportsmanship in the Nation
June 2, 2023
The team dynamic and coaches help the team manage a balance of being civil in the field while playing the sport. The university women’s soccer team has made itself known for its gracious treatment towards others by receiving the United Soccer Coaches Team Ethics and Sportsmanship Award. This award is given to schools who show […]
Invent the Game
June 2, 2023
Today most defenseman know a spin-o-rama is coming when a forward enters the zone if his teammates need to catch up. In other words the game needs to once again be invented. If you’re looking for a great summer read try Ken Dryden’s book The Game, which is part autobiography, part hockey manifesto. I find […]
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Water Polo Drills for Beginners
June 2, 2023
Water polo is a demanding team sport that involves throwing and catching a ball while alternating between treading water and short but intense swimming sprints. The sport has rightfully been compared to hockey in the pool, but without the pads. Those new to the sport should emphasize conditioning, ball handling, passing and receiving, and shooting […]
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How to Get in Shape for Track Season
June 2, 2023
During track season, you’re going to need muscular endurance to get through relentless training drills and practice races. Track and Field athletes must prepare for their competitions way before they reach the starting line. Though competition season typically runs from April to July, athletes must try to stay in shape during the winter months. Pre-season […]
The Swim Start: How to Create Explosiveness off the Blocks
June 2, 2023
There are several variables in the block phase, the most important being a good stable setup on the block to allow for the most powerful take-off. In any timed event the start is a critical component to the perfect race. This is especially true if we consider the start in any sprint event. A slow, or […]
Seven Absolutes of How to Hit a Baseball
June 2, 2023
Seeing the ball at its contact point. This might be obvious, but it’s not simple.  Knowing how to hit a baseball starts with knowing how see the ball. Because of the different set ups and stances, there are different ways for how to hit a baseball.  But once a hitter gets to the contact point […]
The Numbers Don’t Always Tell the Whole Story
June 2, 2023
For example, in the 40 yard dash the kid ran a 5-something. For perspective, between 5 and 5.5 is now considered the norm for an offensive lineman. For a quarterback, it’s ugly. While I was tooling around on the Internet I came across this video that I thought was worth sharing. While again it isn’t specific to […]
Two McCourtys Are Better Than One
June 2, 2023
To have that opportunity to look across the field and see my brother out there competing with me, it’s the highlight of my career. No doubt. So a lot of people think my brother and I look alike. I’ll be honest, I don’t see it. Like, I get it, of course … but, nah, I […]
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10 Tips to Improve Archery Accuracy
June 2, 2023
It seems that customers are always asking “how can I shoot better” or “how can I tighten my groups”. Sometimes it can be linked back to equipment that is improperly setup, but more times than not the cause is bad form. I have compiled a list of some basic form checks that could help you […]
Do You Speak Your Child’s Youth Sports Love Language?
June 2, 2023
If words of affirmation are their love language, then be frequent with your encouragement, avoiding fluffy flattery and focusing on words that are sincere and heartfelt. Do you understand how, and why it matters that, your young athlete receives love and encouragement during their youth sport experience? In 2007, Dr. Gary Chapman wrote a book called The […]
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