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Safety of Artificial Turf Fields Questioned
January 18, 2018
Studies show no link between turf fields' rubber pellets and long-term health risks
Six Ways Swim Parents can Encourage Great Swimmer-Coach Relationships
January 18, 2018
Open communication between your children and their coach is fundamental in building a better relationship. How important is the relationship between your children and their swim coach? Coaches have such an impact on our kids’ lives. Our kids may look back on their coaches as some of the most influential people shaping their goals and […]
Club Directors Share Ways to Overcome Parent Challenges
January 16, 2018
Be honest, don't make promises and set clear expectations
Three Teachable Moments from the ‘Minneapolis Miracle’
January 15, 2018
The Vikings' improbable playoff win over the Saints offers lessons for young athletes in competing to the finish
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How Do You Develop Mental Toughness?
January 14, 2018
It’s definitely not easy, but it’s fun each year to try to build a team that has that type of mental capacity. If it is achieved, it can go a long way to success at the end of a season. Sue Phillips, head coach, Archbishop Mitty High School (Calif.): We believe that mental toughness is […]
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Size Matters – The Little Athlete’s Perspective
January 8, 2018
“What can I do to grow?” …my son asks as we drive home from training. “Why?” I respond. “Because everyone is bigger than me and I just want to be their size.” When your child enjoys playing sport, size matters. Being short, slight, and weak compared to your friends matters. Head over to your local […]
The Impact of Lacrosse on a Local Community Through Grants
January 8, 2018
“Connecting people that are traditionally outside the lacrosse community is a primary focus for our diversity and inclusion efforts.” South Carolina is known for many things: pristine beaches, golf courses, college football, and the palmetto tree, among others. If transplanted New Yorker Edward Dougherty has his way, one day lacrosse could also be included on […]
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Three Tips to Help Parents Deal With the Dreaded Plateau
January 4, 2018
Swimmers may see success and get best times in events they rarely swim. Also, they worked on specific things in practice like underwaters or breakouts. When swimmers focus on improving technique, their times will eventually get faster. The ever-dreaded plateau. It’s almost as bad as the “shank” in golf. I shanked every iron shot for […]
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Former NHL Player Making Girls Hockey a Force in Carolina
January 4, 2018
“Women’s hockey in the Olympics this year will be a big draw,” he said. “I think that will help our numbers jump again going into next year.” Shane Willis played 141 games with the Hurricanes, and now is helping grow the Junior Hurricanes. In parts of five seasons with the Carolina Hurricanes and Tampa Bay […]
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Nine Ways I’m Going to Be A Better Sport Parent in 2018
January 2, 2018
They will have great, good and bad coaches throughout their sporting careers. I will not make it my job to fix this when it’s not ideal. 1. I WILL STOP SPENDING A SMALL FORTUNE ON THEIR SPORTS.  Some are fixed costs, like club dues, gear and travel costs. But I will do my best to reduce spending on […]
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