The Moment When Self-Motivation Takes Over

Coaches are constantly pushing their athletes to do what it takes to get better. In practice athletes are required to listen to their coach and do what they’re told no matter how difficult the challenge gets. However, once practice is over that duty to listen ends. Everything done outside of practice is optional. Coaches give […]

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The Curious Case of Perception vs. Reality

Just like you should try not to judge a book by it’s cover, you should try not to judge someone’s reality by their perception. Perception: Young athlete scores 50 touchdowns in his 8 and under football league and is seen as an unstoppable force destined for the NFL Reality: This kid is really 11 years […]

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Use This Question to Assess If Your Raising a Balanced Student Athlete

One of the most important things a parent raising children who are competitive in sports can do is make sure there is balance. Balance between creativity and competitiveness. Balance between values and goals. As well as balance between pushing a child out of their comfort zone and self-motivation. Early on as a father, I failed […]

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