You can coach your kid(s) on a team and feel good doing it. However, sometimes it’s a tricky road separating yourself from parenthood and dealing with other parents. Here are 5 tips that can help you find a good balance 1 – Your child should be aware of your intentions before you think of doing […]
The Quality Coaching Collective is happy to Present… Second Captain, First Pick: A soccer conference on developing players through play. When: Monday, December 4, 2017. Time: 3pm PST Format: 3 presentations of 40mins. 20mins plus 20mins of Q&A. REGISTER HERE TODAY! I trained 3-4 hours per week at Ajax when I was little but played […]
The question may seem easy to answer but it’s more complex than many think. The readiness of the child is not determined by a certain age or because there is an enrollment for children who are in the age bracket of your child. Your child’s readiness is not dependent on the fact that neighbour’s children […]
Generally, one common reasons why children participate in sport is to maintain old relationships and create new ones among their peers. Spending time with friends, sharing experiences of hard work, and competing healthily against each other are some of the greatest feelings that come with playing sports. Sports have the capability to develop strong relationships […]
The Importance of Mental Preparation For Young Athletes As a coach, it can be difficult to resist the temptation of providing our children with the tips that you believe they need to remain on top of their game. It is only natural to want your children to play to the best of their abilities, remain […]
Guest Blog written by Adrienne Cook – Owner and Head Instructor of KeeperTec Goalkeeper Training Being a goalkeeper is a special skill, and because of such it requires special training. Unfortunately it’s often a forgotten position or an afterthought. We steer our athletes to “glory” positions such as striker or central midfield, we teach our […]
Parents who wish to help young athletes reach their full potential can ask their children about the emotions they are feeling before a game or match and teach them how to set them off to the side until after the game has concluded. Helping an athlete to understand their own emotions also helps them to […]
Guest article written by our friends at www.fix.com Youth sports programs often can only run with the help of parent volunteers. Whether your role on the team is crucial (team parent) or mostly on the sidelines, it’s vital to keep sportsmanship and a helpful attitude front and center. Here’s how you can help! Taking Charge […]
The importance of communication in sports cannot be underestimated. Generally, poor communication is one of the major factors responsible for reduced performance in the world of sports. There is no doubt about it; clear communication is key to success among young athletes. It is a critical aspect of coaching that cannot be overlooked. When you […]
The relationship between a parent and coach is critical to the success of young athletes. Kids gain more confidence and perform better when they know that you support their coach and training. On the other hand, when you always criticize the coach, your kid will begin to doubt them as well and will find it […]
