Why is developing a young athlete’s self-motivation so important? It’s probably obvious. So why even ask this question? I ask because it’s tempting to ignore the answer. It’s tempting to shortcut the often difficult process of developing self-motivation and instead rely on carrot and stick motivation. It’s also tempting to view getting what you want […]
Youth sports burnout is one of those concerns nearly all serious sports parents worry about to some extent. The reason why is that parents are no longer spending money for their kids to play youth sports as recreation. Instead, youth sports is a major monthly bill. But not any bill. It’s a bill that cost […]
As a college athlete, I never reached the best version of myself. Being self-aware of the reasons why is crucial to what I do today. It’s a big part of what drives me to write about youth sports, parenting, and pursuing difficult goals. My hope is that reflecting upon my failures can help prevent others […]