Labeling kids early as athletes or non-athletes is just one coaching practice that needs to be benched.

We’re past summer, it’s midterm time for students, and soon the holidays will be on our mind. It’s a good time for some down time.

There are many reasons kids are dropping out of sports. But girls leaving basketball because it is boring? That points to a much bigger problem.

John Wooden was a winner on the basketball court and more importantly, in life. He led and created leaders with his Pyramid of Success.

Setting expectations based on a child’s age can make the difference between them having a positive youth sports experience and quitting early.

What’s more important to your child—the name on the front of the jersey or the name on the back?

When former professional baseball player Mike Matheny said yes to coaching Little League, he outlined his philosophy and values in what became known as his “manifesto.” Some parents opted not to provide their son with the learning experience of a lifetime.

When we stray so far from where we started that we don’t remember what we set out to do, it’s time to go back to basics.

Minnesota is one of ten states where high school athletic programs are refocusing on the educational value of sports. The programs start by acknowledging there is a difference between why we do something and what we hope to achieve by doing it.

Many kids and their parents dream of playing for a popular college team. But what are the chances, really?

Many parents have been led to believe that specialization is the key to their child’s athletic success. But it’s more likely that specialization will lead to burnout or injury. A recent study showed that most Division I athletes did not specialize, even in high school.

There are many reasons kids drop out of sports. Sometimes I wonder if we are missing the obvious.