How To Raise Tough & Resilient Athletes

Raising emotionally tough and resilient athletes in the high-pressured culture of youth sports is one of the greatest challenges facing parents today.

Practice Makes Pars

There are no mulligans out on the course, so practice like you play!

The COVID Athlete

For all of the hardships and uncertainty caused by the pandemic, Covid-19 has imparted unique and enduring life lessons for young athletes.

Coaching Character Along With The Sport

A youth sports coach is one of the most influential adults in a young person’s life, obligating a coach to prioritize character development along with the teaching of the sport.

Why Are Parents So Critical of Their Kids’ Sports Performance?

A desire for success, living vicariously, and social pressures are just some of the reasons parents are critical of their kids athletic performances, diminishing their enjoyment of sports.

Develop Players On & Off The Field

Kids are always watching, so setting good examples and modeling positive behavior can help young athletes develop both on and off the playing field.

Tommy John Surgery & Young Athletes

The increasing volume of Tommy John surgeries among young athletes has been described as nothing short of an epidemic by orthopedic surgeons.

Reflections On Our First Summer of Tournament Baseball

Our family’s first summer of tournament baseball was nothing like what we expected – it was much better.

An Open Letter To Kids In Youth Sports

Three ideas that could really help you understand and make sense of the world.

Perspective is Everything for Sports Parents

A simple shift in perspective for sports parents can go a long way toward supporting young athletes today and into the future.

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PARENTS PERCH

A forum for parents of young athletes to share their experiences with youth sports

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COACHES CORNER

A forum for youth sports coaches to share their most successful tips, strategies & experiences

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