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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 mission is to be a catalyst for a positive youth sports culture in all communities across the U.S. We envision a future where all youth can benefit from a positive, inclusive sports culture that develops social and emotional skills, molds character and prepares them for competition and for life.

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PCA Article - Supporting Each Other: Filling Emotional Tanks

Supporting Each Other: Filling Emotional Tanks 

January 06, 2022

Understanding the importance of maintaining a full "emotional" tank. 

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True sportsmanship is most recognizable during slumps 
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April 15, 2019

“John, Joey and I just kind of came together and we have been training and pushing each other forward,” said Maenza. “It’s fun to be here and be a part of it. We love it.” 
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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. 

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May 25, 2018
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How Red Nose Day Helps: Robbie Earle Inspires On and Off the Soccer Field in the Bronx 

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As we enter into another year of school, ask yourself "how are my athlete's life skills" 
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A Beautiful Sports Program for Kids With Disabilities 

May 29, 2019
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Ditching One-Upmanship: How to Create Sportsmanship in the Stands 

April 16, 2019

Competitive parenting in youth sports can be more damaging than you think. Learn practical ways you can recognize, defuse, and address bad sportsmanship in the stands. 
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Lack of Sportsmanship by Adults Sets a Horrible Example 

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Ontario Youth Sports Launches Adaptive Baseball League 

March 14, 2019

Learn how Ontario Youth Sports is giving all kids the opportunity to play. 
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A History of Beach Volleyball 

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Pee Wee Hockey Team Creates Video to Find Coach a Kidney 

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