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Smart Moves: Making Practices Safer

Many parents find it hard to sit on the sidelines and give responsibility to their children

The more schools your child can qualify for, the better his or her chances of landing a scholarship. Kids should strive for their best GPA possible to maximize the number of schools where they will have a chance to compete. Student-athletes with an eye on a Division I or Division II athletic scholarship will need […]

Some youth baseball leagues have now been instituting pitch counts for their players in an attempt to limit injuries. Coaches should be considering doing the same, especially for standout athletes who may be playing more than everyone else. When it comes to safety in youth sports, “play smarter, not harder” may be the best approach […]

Sometimes skipping an expensive weekend tournament is the smart choice for families looking to stick with it for the long haul. It’s no secret that playing sports can offer a wealth of benefits for kids, including physical fitness, honing social skills and actually getting some fresh air. There are also many studies that show getting started […]

Make sure you include contact information for your current coaches: your club coach, high school coach, personal trainers and anyone else who you have worked with for your sport. Sending an introductory email to college coaches can be a great way to get your foot in the door. However, writing an email to a college […]

A great coach should be able to read his team and determine the best course of action. Secondly, the coaching style will be the most consistent when it’s a true reflection of one’s personality. From tough-as-nails disciplinarian to always-sunny mentor, you can find varying coaching styles at every level of competition. And we do mean […]

Learn strategies that can help coaches cultivate a calm, positive environment

Coaches love athletes who are all about the team and not themselves

So, the new free profile could be a great way to receive an NCAA ID without the commitment of a certification account — until you know for sure that you want to play at those levels. The NCAA Eligibility Center is responsible for determining the eligibility of all DI and DII college athletes. Here’s how […]