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Fear of Failure: tips you can use at home to help your child overcome FOF.
I love reading about motivation and other psychological articles that can benefit kids, but sometimes the content can be a bit dry. I just finished reading this great article, “10 Smart Strategies to Manage ‘Fear of Failure’ in Youth Sports” on Champions Unplugged. It’s a great resource for collegiate athletes that was created by an NCAA Read more…
Non toy gift ideas…you know you want ’em.
Every year parents lament spending a small fortune on a ton of stuff, most of which is forgotten soon after it’s been opened. That’s why it’s always a good idea to include some non toy gifts for your little recipient. But finding something can sometimes be tough, especially if your favorite little person is a Read more…
Kids walk to school every day. Your kids should too!
October is international #walktoschool month and yet each morning there are lines of parents in cars waiting to drop off their kids at school. Kids walk to school every day. Walking to neighborhood schools and stores is normal. But what is the right distance for a child to be able to walk? We live just Read more…
Fall and winter lacrosse clinics & camps so your kids can learn how to scoop, catch & pass!
Fall & Winter Lacrosse Clinics and training are a great way for kids to be at full speed in the spring. What you’ll find in a winter lacrosse program is a combination of drills and fundamentals developed to ensure that your child can scoop, pass and catch on the go. Due to the possibility of Read more…
Teaching children responsibility through sports. Parenting young athletes SCOUTjr.com
Sports provides opportunities for kids to become more responsible. In many ways, teaching children responsibility is easier through sports than daily life. Think about it… Is it easier to get your kid to” do the laundry” or “make sure your uniform is clean for the game” “Clean up the mudroom” or “organize your sports gear Read more…
Types of sports injuries on the field, mat or court.
You never really know the risks of a particular sport until your child starts playing. As parents we’re usually prepared for scrapes or bruises…but not as ready for concussions, broken bones or staph infections. That’s why we’ve compiled this list of the more common types of sports injuries. We’re not doctors….and we haven’t seen it Read more…