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Keep your team organized and your athletes prepared all season long with these coaching tips, drills, and routines.

PCA’s vision is to build a world where every child benefits from a positive youth sports experience with a coach who inspires them to become the best version of themselves in the game and in life. PCA trains coaches and partners with youth sports organizations, parents, sports leaders, and communities to make youth sports more positive, equitable, and accessible to all kids regardless of social or economic circumstances. 

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Establishing an Athlete-Centered Coaching Model to Develop Self-Driven and Autonomous Elite Athletes

Establishing an Athlete-Centered Coaching Model to Develop Self-Driven and Autonomous Elite Athletes 

September 14, 2022

Have you heard of “Athlete-Centered” coaching? The future of coaching is shifting towards an equal coach-to-athlete relationship as an increased number of sports programs claim to be athlete-centered. 
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"Coaches Corner" articles are written directly by high school coaches, providing a unique perspective on topics both on and off the court that impact the game and prep sports in general.

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Why the Time Is Now to Coach Mental Health in Youth Sports 

June 08, 2020

COVID-19 could fundamentally change the purpose of youth sports so adults in charge better care for athletes’ mental health and develop their social and emotional skills, not simply their athletic talent. 
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Lacrosse Diamond 1v1 Buildup 

February 05, 2012

Kudda Lacrosse Diamond 1v1 Buildup 
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Hitting in 2020: Tools, Tech and Vision 

December 10, 2019

Player development at every level is better today because of recent technology and the measurables generated from “under the hood” intel on swings and pitching deliveries. 
The Importance of Mental Health in Youth Athletics

The Importance of Mental Health in Youth Athletics 

May 10, 2022

In partnership with US Club Soccer, this is the first video in of a series of Facebook Live conversations for parents, coaches, and athletes. 
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Rule Quiz of the Week: Batter Interference-Clock 

January 08, 2021

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Harvard Coach Kathy Delaney-Smith: Build Trust, Be Empathetic, Be Genuine 

August 12, 2021

Harvard Women’s Basketball Coach Kathy Delaney-Smith knows how to use failure to her advantage. 
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How to Mentally Prepare for Tryouts 

August 11, 2021

Looking to improve your tryout performance? Follow these three easy steps. 
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Orthorexia Nervosa: What You Need to Know to Safeguard Your Athletes 

March 17, 2020

Learn about the dangers of orthorexia and how to recognize the warning signs to prevent your athlete from developing this new psychological eating disorder. 
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Taking on the Block 

July 29, 2019
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Figure Skating Drills for Ice Hockey Players 

December 14, 2018
Softball Batting: Proper Grip

Softball Batting: Proper Grip 

July 24, 2010

Here's a simple softball hitting tip to help young players learn the proper grip. 
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7 Tips for a Positive Parent-Coach Relationship 

October 21, 2020
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Takeaways From Panel with USA Gymnastics — What Counts As Abusive Coaching 

August 13, 2021

There is often a fine line between conditioning-style punishment and abusive behavior from a coach. Hear from coaches and Olympians on tips to make sure your child is safe. 
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Smart Moves: Making Practices Safer 

May 23, 2018

Smart Moves: Making Practices Safer 
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4 Tips for Teaching Accountability in Individual Sports 

July 24, 2018

Athletes who compete individually learn lessons differently than those athletes who participate in team sports 
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Promoting Safer Youth Sport Settings 

March 07, 2022

Parents, coaches, and sport and recreation administrators can take cues from our policies aimed at preventing abuse in and around sport. 
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