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Coaching Mentality
June 2, 2023
The focus is on lengthening the time that the players can concentrate and the resistance they can work against. “Small sided games, while no guarantee, are the best way to get children interested in soccer…” “Over and over again during matches and training sessions, situations occur that are suitable for ‘mental training.’ This is because these […]
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Introduction to Archery
June 2, 2023
Considering giving archery a go? Our general introduction will provide you with some of the background to archery and its benefits.
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Tips on Football Walk-On Tryouts
June 2, 2023
The decision-makers may only take a brief look at you before giving you a thumbs-up or thumbs-down, so you must work as hard as possible in every test and drill during your tryout. Most, but not all, NCAA Division I and Division II football programs offer athletic scholarships to help reward players who choose those […]
Tips for the Youth Baseball Parent-Coach
June 2, 2023
For some parents it can be extremely difficult to turn the baseball instruction on and off. Remember to draw a clear distinction between parent-coach and child-player. Coaching your own children can be one of the most rewarding experiences for a parent. Yet it can be nerve-wracking. While on one hand coaching your child gives you […]
Three Reasons Why Kids Need Morning Practice
June 2, 2023
Our kids benefit by being introduced to early mornings as teens, which may become a habit throughout their swim careers and beyond. What do Mozart, Benjamin Franklin, Tim Cook and Oprah Winfrey have in common with our swimmers? They were or are early risers — getting up before dawn — just like our kids wake […]
Fun Volleyball Drills
June 2, 2023
This challenging setting drill requires players to set the ball many times continuously. Players can do this drill on their own at home as well as in practice. Repetitive volleyball drills can help the players on your team improve their skills and develop good habits. Avoid boring your team by choosing fun drills that will […]
What Are Coaches Looking For?
June 2, 2023
If you are lucky enough to be blessed with some speed, do you respect your gift? Do you take care of your legs? Do you warm up and cool down? Do you avoid mixing it up during practice? Do you avoid doing stupid things that would put your knees at risk? At soccer tryouts, coaches […]
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Defending the Jet Sweep Play
June 2, 2023
When preparing for a team that runs the Jet Sweep it’s critical the defensive coaches make sure the players know who is the Force Defender and Near Deep Defender in every formation. The Jet Sweep is a difficult play for any defense to defend. The heart of what makes the Jet Sweep so difficult to […]
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Gymnastics for Beginners at Home
June 2, 2023
Tuck your head in close to your chest, push your feet off the ground and roll forward. Make sure the area around you is clear so you don’t bump into anything. Learning new gymnastics skills is exciting, even when you’re just a beginner. Of course, gymnastics can also be dangerous, so if you’re tempted to […]
Burst and Buzz Tackling Drill
June 2, 2023
To build the drill and get players to develop the drill in a more dynamic environment the coach can add multiple times when the defender must come to balance. One area where defenders tend to struggle is transitioning from a full sprint to a position to make a tackle. Many tacklers will continue going as […]
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