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Air Force Youth Hockey Thrilled by Jurassic Adventure
July 2, 2018
Spurred by fond memories, Tim Serratore helps new generation enjoy day to remember through 'Theater Takeover'
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Embracing the Mindset of a Summer League Swimmer
July 2, 2018
By focusing on one day or workout at a time, maintaining a positive and enthusiastic attitude helps you find purpose in what you are doing. You’re 7 years old, and your alarm sounds at 8:30 a.m. on a sunny summer day. You eagerly hop out of bed, eat a hearty breakfast, grab your swim gear […]
Using the Safety to Stop the Zone Read
July 1, 2018
When the offense is spreading teams out and trying to use the quarterback read to gain a numbers advantage, they tilt the numbers advantage to their side. Offenses around the country have started using the zone read game to have the quarterback attack the backside of the inside zone. On the zone read the linebacker […]
How to Choose a Summer Volleyball Camp for Your Child
July 1, 2018
This can be a tricky one for parents as we all want to be sure the camp is a good “fit” for our child’s ability level. The good news – all of these camps typically attract players of all ability levels and ages, so there is an option for everyone. Here are some helpful hints […]
Three Mistakes Swim Parents Should Never Make
June 29, 2018
Don’t bother to find out why — or what happened. After you’ve expressed your frustration about the coach to your swimmer, tell your child you’re going to have a word with the coach. During 15 years as a swim mom, I’ve watched parents make mistakes with the best of intentions. Maybe there are perfect swim parents […]
Tips for Drawing Up a Baseball Lineup
June 28, 2018
A leadoff hitter is often the guy who makes a team go. He should be your best on-base guy; and if he’s your best on-base guy with speed, even better. In the summer of 1998, then-Cardinals manager Tony LaRussa broke long-standing baseball tradition when he decided to slot his starting pitcher in the eight-hole in […]
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Running Against the Clock: Female Athletes Often Slowed by Puberty
June 28, 2018
It’s a situation that can’t just be solved with more training or dieting and should be approached with patience across all sports. Track and cross country coaches have long been familiar with the unpredictable effects of puberty on female runners, but some may be surprised by the extent of its impact. In a recent New […]
Olympians Help Shape the Next Generation
June 27, 2018
“When I was a U-18 player, any time I got to interact with someone that’s been through all the steps and hear what they have to say, share their knowledge — those are the type of people that influenced me the most, the players themselves. “ The 70 players participating in the USA Hockey Girls […]
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Playing Time: Questions Coaches and Players Should Ask
June 27, 2018
Parents should be helping players frame their concerns and preparing for the conversation
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Basketball Domination Comes Only With Practice
June 26, 2018
The more you practice your shot, the better shooter you will become. Practice until you become dominant at the skills that you want to add to your game. What does it mean to be a dominant basketball player? It means being a player who truly leaves an impact on the game. Use this mentality and these […]
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