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As more superior athletes come out for swimming, as more talented people go into coaching, as more and better facilities become available, all of the aspects of knowledge that we have discussed will become important. This is a classic speech given by the great “Doc” Counsilman. If you haven’t come across this yet during your […]

We need to let our kids learn from their sport, especially from their successes and mistakes. Sometimes it’s best to listen and not talk, except to say, “I love to watch you swim.” There are limitless lessons to learn from being a swim parent. I’ve learned new things each and every year of my 23 years […]

Focus on how good it feels to be strong, engaged, powerful, confident, empowered and self-aware. What is it that makes you a nightmare to compete against? What is it about your swimming skill set that makes the biggest difference in your performance? What would it look and feel like if you strategized ways in which […]

While you are at camp try to find the opportunity to personally meet the coaches for the programs you’re interested in. Take a couple minutes to introduce yourself and tell them a little bit about yourself. Summer is just around the corner and for many high school soccer players, that means the opportunity to attend College […]

I hope they create memories of lifting each other up, supporting each other, pushing each other and inspiring each other. I have a confession to make. My confession is that I’m a pure land mammal. I was never a swimmer like you are. Growing up, I was a soccer player. Played it my entire life. […]

Cultural change involves parents, coaches, administrators, directors and leaders all being willing to change and rethink our youth soccer behaviors, norms and environment. Can we talk about Pay-to-Play for a moment? Can we be rational and realistic about the financial model youth sports is based upon and stop calling for an end to Pay-to-Play? Can […]