Sportsmanship

Participating in sports should be fun and rewarding for everyone involved. Learn how to make sports a positive experience no matter how the scoreboard looks.

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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Teaching your Athletes the Fun and Safe Way to Have a Sports Rivalry 

June 02, 2023

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Girl Who Went Viral After Drake Visit Raises Awareness for Organ Donation 

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Try-Blind-Hockey Day Another Example of How Hockey is for Everyone 

February 05, 2018

The event was such a hit that Donley and her staff secured ice time for a learn-to-play program. A total of 25 players attended the first session. 

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Not All Champions Win Championships 

April 01, 2019

The ending scoreboard needs its winner and loser, but no single outcome will ever define you. 

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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. 
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How to Not Get Sucked into Youth Sports Negativity 

June 02, 2023
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Focus on What You Can Control: Sportsmanship 

June 02, 2023

True sportsmanship is most recognizable during slumps 

Take Back the Game: How Money and Mania Are Ruining Kids’ Sports—And Why It Matters

Take Back the Game—Linda Flanagan’s Advice to Coaches 

September 09, 2022

In her latest book, Linda Flanagan discusses how and why youth sports have changed so dramatically over the last 30 years. Take a peek behind the cover as she dives into the legendary coaching style of Bruce Girdler. 

The Spirit of the Stick  

June 02, 2023
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How to Strengthen Your Athlete's Decision-Making Skills 

June 02, 2023

Empower your athletes with effective decision making skills by practicing these five exercises. 

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Meet the Next Generation of Leaders in Sport 

January 19, 2023

We're spotlighting the eight that changed the game in 2022.  

Honesty Plays Big Role for Discus Thrower 

June 02, 2023
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3 Coaching Strategies to Manage Ongoing Rivalries 

June 02, 2023

Rivalries can poison a team. Simple tips to help keep them in check 

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Stop Playing the Blame Game 

June 02, 2023
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Coaching Philosophy - How to Handle Aggressive Parents? 

June 02, 2023
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Should You Penalize Players for Their Bad Parent? 

June 02, 2023
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A Beautiful Sports Program for Kids With Disabilities 

June 02, 2023
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