Whole Child Sports emphasizes wholesome, safe, and developmentally appropriate athletic experiences for kids. It is the antithesis of the toxic, highly competitive youth sports culture that’s unfortunately become the norm here in the United States.
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The Youth Football Revolution That Was and Can Still Be
I was hired by the NFL in 1995 to address the worrisome decline in youth football participation. The remarkable progress we made during that tenure involved setting up a series of programs that not only attracted more kids to play football, but, more importantly, made the game safer to play.
Focus on injury prevention, wellness earns top mark for Bound Brook High girls basketball, USA Today
Youth sports needs MORE WOMEN coaching girls. Which is not, in any way, shape or form, to suggest or insinuate that co-ed and boys teams (at the recreational and travel levels) do not sorely need more female coaches too: THEY DO.
Three Things Female Athletes Can Do to Avoid a Season Ending ACL Tear
Female athletes should not be trained like their male counterparts. Their workouts should focus on improving range-of-motion and strengthening specific muscle groups—like glutes and hamstrings—during pre-season. What’s more, keeping up with such training throughout the regular season can dramatically reduce the risk of ACL injuries.
Can Moms Coach, Too?
Question: I’m a mom, and I don’t know much about sports. Everywhere I go, I see mostly men in charge. I’d like to try to coach, but I’m not all that confident. I don’t know if I’d be good at it.
Backyard / Local Park Obstacle Course: Fun and Fitness Home Coaching Program (Stages One to Three)
The objective of this course is to provide a dynamic fitness workout that promotes playful experimentation. This obstacle course activity helps children develop agility, balance, coordination, and body strength.
Sports Equipment for Your Home Coaching
With these six basic pieces of equipment, you can engage your kids in fun, challenging athletic training at home.
The Meaning of Play, With Kobe Bryant
As we all mourn the untimely departure of NBA Sport Icon Kobe Bryant I wanted to share my two fleeting Kobe moments, and an interview he gave about one of his (and my) greatest passions: Youth Sports.
How Can I Foster My Child’s Athletic Potential?
Every kid has athletic potential. How do I nurture and develop the athlete in my child?
Is It Better for My Child to Play a Team Sport or an Individual Sport?
I love seeing my child involved in individual activities, but I don’t want to raise an antisocial child. I want my kid to learn to be a good team player. Should I be concerned that he seems more oriented toward individual sports?