Balancing the Desire to Win with Just Having Fun
There are a number of reasons why parents encourage their children to play youth sports; from physical fitness, to engaging
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Teaching Kids the Value of Sportsmanship
As parents, we’ve encouraged our kids to participate in sports because we know of the physical, social, and emotional benefits.
Tips To Prevent Your Kid From Being a Sore Loser
Does your child throw a fit, whine, or cry when they don’t win? Do they yell that they never want
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How to Help Your Young Athlete Deal with a Loss
The older and more mature we become, the better we deal with loss and failure. Though for young athletes, dealing
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The Pros and Cons of the “Every Kid’s a Winner” Philosophy
You’ve likely heard both sides of this argument presented before, and it’s one we’re still on the fence about –
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Youth Sports: The Psychology of Winning and Losing
In all sporting events, there will always be a winner and a loser. In youth sports, the sting of defeat
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