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Families should also steer clear from asking questions that they could just as easily research themselves. Coaches want to recruit athletes who are interested in and knowledgeable about their program. The recruiting process is a lot like trying to sell a product. Think about it: Recruits have to be educated about their audience (the college […]

Keys to recruiting tournament volunteers and giving them the tools and training to succeed

Your student should be motivated to go the extra yard (or base; choose your own sports metaphor here) in the classroom. That’s one way to stand out when applying to the elite colleges and universities. College coaches will tell you, “A good forty time will get you a look, but good grades will get you […]

Athletes need to fulfill four main criteria to be academically eligible to compete at an NAIA institution

Empowered Sports Club in Fort Wayne, Indiana, shares passing movement and progression drills for training passing in the beach and indoor.

Smart Moves: Making Practices Safer

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

The volunteer return rate between seasons was 98 percent because volunteers wanted to be a part of an organization that was responsive, appreciated their work and offered to address some of their personal costs of volunteering. Quality customer service contributes to attracting new members, retaining current members and increasing volunteer contributions to your club.   How […]

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 […]