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Have you ever paused to ask your children what they hope for or wish to avoid in their sports training? 🤔 Understanding their desires and concerns can make all the difference. Let's start the conversation right here: what did you discover when you asked them? Share your stories below! 🌟 #FamilyGoals #SportsParenting #ListenAndLearn

I hear lots of people talk about the ONE PERCENTERS. And finding that magic inch - doing the little things right that make the difference between 2nd and 1st. But what about the 99 percenter - attendance!!!! What's the only thing that's been proven to enhance performance? Getting them to turn up! Who's the only kid who can't get better? The kid who is not coming to training any more. The key to all this, is to shift away from the "pathway" model which is based on the assumption that every kid who picks up a tennis racket can be, should be, could be, wants to be a Grand Slam player or that every 8 year old who kicks a soccer ball is a season away from playing for Liverpool. What the "pathway" model has done is skewed our way of looking at sport. When a kid walks into your Club for the first time, what we SHOULD see is a great opportunity to connect with, engage and inspire a young human being and show them how much fun our sport can be. But we've been overly focused on finding the next Premier League player or the next NBA star or the next World record holder and instead of seeing kids - we see "athletes" and potential champions. Why don't we change our focus and see kids as kids - not as athletes. Let's change our goal from finding champions - to helping ever kid be safe, healthy, happy and active. Let's move away from driving kids onto our elite athlete pathway to just providing enjoyable and engaging training and playing environments. If you want more brilliant elite athletes, start with creating experiences in your sport which provide the opportunity for kids to fall in love with your sport. When they love what they do - they do what they love. You know that teenage drop-out rate you keep talking about? The drop-out problem you've spent a lot of time and money on trying to figure out how to improve it? If they love what they do - they keep coming: drop out problem - GONE! #waynegoldsmith #wgcoaching #sportsparticipation #juniorsport #coaching #sportdropout https://lnkd.in/e3thpNd8

Thinking about becoming a sports coach? Discover the key facts and get inspired by the impact you can have on athletes' lives 🚴♂️🌟 https://lnkd.in/esB_rY8z #SportsCoaching #CareerInspiration #CoachingLife #SportsMentor"

When Respect and Money Clash: The Challenges in Professional Sports Discover the complex dynamics between respect and money in professional sports. Join the discussion on how athletes and coaches navigate this delicate balance, and whether it impacts team dynamics. Find out if Denver's sports scene will face similar challenges in the coming years. #SportsIndustry #MoneyVsRespect #ProfessionalSports #AthletesandCoaches #TeamDynamics #DenverSports #AthleteRespect #SportsCulture #Teamwork #AthleteEarnings

3 Tips for Transitioning to Life After Sports

Navigating Co-Curricular Choices: A Deep Dive This video explores the complexities students encounter while selecting co-curricular activities and highlights the overarching issues in youth sports. Join us as we seek to understand the motivating factors behind these decisions and how we can effectively support students in their journey. #CoCurricularActivities #YouthSports #StudentChallenges #EducationMatters #SportsParticipation #LifeSkills #StudentSupport #AthleteDevelopment #CommunityEngagement #ParentingInSports

Our latest blog explores the incredible benefits of cross-training for young athletes. From diverse muscle development to invaluable social skills, cross-training is the winning strategy for a well-rounded athletic journey. Read more about why variety is the spice of life in youth sports! https://buff.ly/3wlIkbt #crosstraining #sportsspecialization #youthsports #youthsportstraining #NAofA #PLAYHARDHAVEFUN #TalkTeachPlay

Celebrate Every Small Win on Your Athletic Journey! Join our inspiring sports journey where athletes learn to celebrate small wins! Discover how recognizing your progress, no matter how minor, can boost your motivation and enhance your performance. This empowering video emphasizes focus and positivity, vital for any sport's success. #CelebrateWins #AthleteMindset #SportsMotivation #FocusAndPositivity #SmallVictories #Inspiration #WinningMindset #SelfImprovement #AthleticJourney #SportsCommunity

How to Apply Sports Success Principles to Everyday Life and Business Discover how the competitive nature of sports can be a valuable training ground for achieving success in all areas of life and business. Learn how to adapt winning strategies from the sports world to overcome challenges and achieve your goals. #SportsSuccessPrinciples #AchievingGoals #BusinessSuccess #PerformanceMindset #WinningStrategies #OvercomingChallenges #PersonalDevelopment #SuccessPrinciples #SportsTraining #BusinessTips

3 Tips for Transitioning to Life After Sports