All articles The best articles and resources about youth sports for parents, athletes, coaches, and organizations. Is Your Child Injured, or Just Temporarily Sore? July 03, 2019 Top articles What to Know About Kids and Nutrition by Molly Hurford October 15, 2019 Nutrition knowledge is as critical to a young athletes mental health as it is to their physical growth. Training + Recovery = Better Athletic Performance July 03, 2019 Sportsmanship Avoiding Assumptions: How to Minimize Conflict Arising from Assumptions April 08, 2021 Young athletes sometimes make judgements based on assumptions that may or may not be true, and these can cause team conflict. 6 Simple Reasons Why Athletes May Not Meet Their Goals December 10, 2020 Keep these barriers to success in mind as you help your young athletes set and work towards their goals. Tiger Woods to Play With Son Charlie at PNC Championship December 02, 2020 Tiger Woods will team with son in the PNC Championship Why Didn’t We Know Sarah Fuller’s Name Before She Became a Football Player? December 02, 2020 Sarah Fuller proves girls can do anything after she made history as the first woman ever to play in a “Power 5” football game. 8 Constructive Ways to Push Your Child in Youth Sports November 04, 2020 How you can “push” your youth athlete in a positive way 7 Tips for a Positive Parent-Coach Relationship October 21, 2020 How to Build a Team in Youth Sports October 15, 2020 There is often hidden resilience behind bullying-type behaviors. But how can you help shift those problematic behaviors to more positive ones? How to Win Like a Champion October 15, 2020 We all know that losing can bring opportunities for growth and improvement for athletes. Herm Edwards Talks About Being a Triple Impact Competitor September 21, 2020 Herm talks about what it means to be a Triple-Impact Competitor® especially as it relates to the current events with the COVID-19 Pandemic and racial injustice. How to Help Young Players Love the Game September 11, 2020 From the tyrannical coach to the parent that never made it past little league that now obsesses in getting their child to the big leagues, the events in youth baseball and softball could be plucked from a reality television series. 6 Ways Coaches Can Facilitate Peer Pressure for Good September 10, 2020 In the right contexts, peer pressure can be a leadership tool that coaches use for positive outcomes in their youth athletes. 10 Habits of Good Sports Parenting August 12, 2020 Find out 10 habits that make you a good sports parent. View all sportsmanship articles New to sports Breaking into the Game: Introduction May 31, 2021 Looking to get into golf? Join Martin Hall as he teaches the basics you'll need to get out on the course for the first time. Breaking into the Game: Grip the Club May 30, 2021 The first step to a good golf swing is a good grip. Watch as Martin Hall teaches the proper golf club grip. Breaking into the Game: Set Up to the Ball May 29, 2021 Before you even take a swing, it's important to set up to the ball. Martin Hall demonstrates how. Breaking into the Game: Mini Swing May 27, 2021 Martin Hall demonstrates how to start small with a mini swing. Breaking into the Game: Half Swing May 26, 2021 Martin Hall guides you through some half swing drills to get you ready for your first full swing. Breaking into the Game: Full Swing May 24, 2021 You're finally ready to take your first full swing! Martin Hall demonstrates how to put every technique you've learned into one. History In A Minute: Baseball February 01, 2021 Look back at the history of Baseball in Blue Earth County. Sport Guide: Inside Table Tennis January 12, 2021 Learn more about the history of table tennis at the Olympics and how the sport is played. Sport Guide: Understanding Men's Artistic Gymnastics January 12, 2021 Amazed by how talent artistic gymnasts are? Watch to learn more about how the sport began, and the ins and outs of competition. Sport Guide: Mountain Biking January 12, 2021 Learn the ins and outs of mountain biking, and get to know how the sport first came to be. Sport Guide: All About Badminton January 12, 2021 Learn the basics of Badminton with the Olympic Channel's sport guide. Sport Guide: Inside Equestrian January 12, 2021 Riders compete in eventing, dressage and jumping in the only Olympic sport in which men and women compete on equal terms. View all new to sports articles Recruiting What A College Coach Looks For In Recruits January 25, 2021 Hard work and positive attitudes will take an athlete a long way with college coaches and recruiters. What To Look For In Recruits? Basketball Coach Marlon Stewart Explains October 21, 2020 Stewart explains four things he looks for in recruits that coaches might miss if they aren't looking NCAA Eligibility Checklist for 2021-2024 Graduates August 24, 2020 As the recruiting landscape continues to change, keeping things on track can be challenging. To help recruits manage their recruiting, NCSA experts broke down what student-athletes should be doing to stay on track with NCAA eligibility by grad year. 5 Questions Families Ask About Athletic Scholarships August 05, 2020 To help student-athletes understand how athletic scholarships work and what to expect, we’ve answered five common questions about scholarships. Tips for Knowing When to Call a College Coach July 28, 2020 When it comes to contacting college coaches, student-athletes tend to rely on digital forms of communication, including email, text and social media. This article shares what really stands out for coaches when it comes to contacting them. How Should You Communicate with College Coaches? July 21, 2020 Starting June 15 after a student-athlete’s sophomore year, most NCAA college coaches can begin contacting them via email, phone calls, texts, DMS and face-to-face meeting. Before you start reaching out to college coaches 5 Questions Families are Asking About College Recruiting During COVID-19 July 14, 2020 Below we’ve answered 5 common questions families are asking about college recruiting during COVID-19. 10 Tips for Creating a Highlight Video July 08, 2020 Below is a list of ten tips to creating an eye-catching highlight video: What Questions to Ask College Coaches June 30, 2020 Read on to find out what questions to ask college coaches during the recruiting process to determine if that school is the best fit. The Impact of the NCAA D1 Extended Suspension of In-Person Recruiting Through July 31 June 16, 2020 While Division 1 coaches are not allowed to meet face-to-face with a recruit on or off campus, this doesn’t mean they’ve stopped recruiting. Below are just a few ways that Division 1 coaches are recruiting and connecting with student-athletes digitally. How to Use Social Media for College Recruiting June 11, 2020 Here are five ways you can catch the attention of college coaches through your social media. Quiet vs. Dead Period: What's the difference? June 02, 2020 The NCAA Division 1 Committee extended its suspension of in-person recruiting through July 31, while Division 2 programs are observing a quiet period from June 1-30. View all recruiting articles Athlete's Health 7 Things to Know About Disordered Eating June 10, 2021 While disordered eating is a serious issue that may require professional support, there are things that coaches can do to prevent these behaviors. How to Help Athletes Maintain a Positive Body Image After Sport May 28, 2021 Use this expert guidance to help your athlete navigate the transition and come out on the other side with a positive body image. 5 Healthy and Easy Meals Made with Chicken May 27, 2021 Chicken is a meal-prep staple for a reason. Cook smarter not harder using these healthy and easy chicken meals. "Swing and a…..miss?” - Protect the Vision of Your Athlete (and Your Whole Family!) May 18, 2021 Protect your family’s vision by proactively scheduling eye exams annually for the whole family – don’t wait until something seems “off.” 4 Questions to Help Change a Young Athlete’s Negative Thought Process May 13, 2021 As a coach, you can teach your young athletes how to examine their feelings and move on from negative thoughts. 4 Quick Meals to Make After Sport Practice March 25, 2021 It’s no easy task to cook after getting home from your athlete’s practice, but these quick meals will make it easier than ever! Returning to Your Sport Following Covid March 22, 2021 Here's what you should know on how to make a safe return to play. How to Fuel for Two-a-Day Practices March 11, 2021 Two-a-day practices have become the norm for many youth athletes and it can make eating right throughout the day more difficult. 5 Tips to Staying Healthy and on the Field March 10, 2021 Outdoor sports are finally in full force. Although many athletes have been training, conditioning and playing games, the intensity will definitely be ramping up with more practices and games each week. So how can an athlete stay healthy and on the field? How to Keep Kids Active During Remote Learning December 27, 2020 Many districts have already announced plans to go remote for at least the start of the school year -- which means no PE class How and Why to Teach Mindfulness to Young Athletes November 05, 2020 Help young athletes learn how to incorporate mindfulness techniques into their routine, lowering stress levels and improving concentration. Keep Your Teeth Protected as You Return to Sport November 04, 2020 Don't get caught with $10,000 - $15,000 bill for tooth trauma. Follow these simple steps to keep your choppers safe. View all athlete health articles
