Why Sleep is Crucial in Youth Sports
The greatest athletes live for their sport. They are what they play, and they do everything in their power to
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How Important is Nutrition in Sports?
Besides training long hours for their sport, a youth athlete’s body also develops quickly. To get everything needed for proper
Equal Playing Time for All vs. Winning a Game – Which is More Important?
It’s a tricky question and an endless debate to which we have an answer. An answer that won’t satisfy everyone,
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Bombs Away – The Prominence of the 3-Pointer in Youth Basketball
This year, the NBA has suggested a change in the overall rules and guidelines for youth basketball. Among many changes,
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4 Stretches to Do Before You Go on a Run
Are you starting the healthy habit of running? Maybe you’re looking for ways to improve or add to your current
Here are a Few Creative Ways to Freshen Up Your Sports Bag
As an athlete, a lot of sweat goes into your practice, but a lot of it ends up in your
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Teaching Leadership Through Youth Sports
You do not learn about leadership in the classroom. And, you do not learn it on the field. But it
What to Tell Your Child After They’re Cut from a Team?
Getting cut from a team is disappointing. Any form of rejection is painful and stirs up negative emotions among children,
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Does Turf Cause Long-Term Injuries in Athletes?
Artificial turf is a recent innovation in youth sports. But not everyone is thrilled about it. Ever since 2004, when
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How to Know If Your Child Has a Concussion
A concussion is a traumatic brain injury. In sports, this is mainly the result of hard hits to the head