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⚾️ Declining Participation in Youth Sports: How Chevy Youth Baseball and Softball is Stepping Up to the Plate 🥎 Youth sports are facing a challenge. With participation rates declining, many kids are missing out on the teamwork, discipline, and pure joy that sports bring. However, Chevrolet and its network of dealerships across the USA are stepping up to the plate to change that with the Chevy Youth Baseball and Softball Program. From donating much-needed equipment to sponsoring clinics featuring Major League™ and Minor League™ players, this program is about more than just playing ball—it’s about sharing our love of the game and investing in the next generation. ⚾ Making the Game Accessible: Providing equipment and resources ensures kids from all backgrounds can step onto the field and take part in America’s favorite pastime. 🏅 Building Lifelong Skills: Through clinics and partnerships, we’re teaching the fundamentals of baseball and softball while helping kids develop teamwork, perseverance, and confidence. 💛 Fostering a Love for the Game: By giving kids the opportunity to learn from professional players, we’re inspiring them to dream big and find joy in every inning. Chevy Youth Baseball and Softball isn’t just about sports—it’s about community, opportunity, and creating memories that last a lifetime. Let’s share our love for the game and ensure that every child gets a chance to play. How is your Chevy dealership helping to bring youth sports back to life? Let’s keep the conversation going and make a difference together! #ChevyYouthSports #Baseball #Softball #CommunityImpact #YouthEmpowerment #LoveTheGame #TogetherLetsDrive #Chevrolet

Baseball isn't just a sport—it's a classroom for life lessons. ⚾️ Join us as we delve into the evolution of athletes and the transformative power of baseball. At G.E.A.R., we believe in empowering youth to persevere and thrive, no matter what life throws their way. Despite facing challenges, we're committed to showing kids that there's always a way forward. Let's inspire a new generation of athletes who understand the importance of resilience and community impact. Together, we can help kids connect the dots between sports and life, setting them up for success both on and off the field! 💪 #GEAR #Baseball #LifeLessons #Perseverance #CommunityImpact #YouthAthletes #YouthSports#YouthAthletics #FinancialConstraints #FinancialBarriers #YouthEmpowerment #AthleticsForAll #MakingADifference #UnlockPotential #BreakBarriers #EmpowerYouth #LevelThePlayingField #SportsForAll #AthleticEquality #YouthEmpowerment #CommunitySupport #YouthDevelopment

Have a read of the AUSPORT / ASC Modern Coach Approach!!! Spread this far and wide. Its about participation, enjoyment and retention. Its about winning well not winning at all costs. The only way to generate this change is to share and spread the word. #coaching #moderncoachapproach #ASC

🚨Hockey parents, this one’s for you!🚨 We stumbled across this clip of Jeff Daniels sharing the ups and downs of raising hockey players, and it hit us right in the feels. 🏒❤️ Between early morning practices, endless rink trips, and, let’s face it, those unforgettable gear smells, it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle. But today, we’re hitting pause to remind you: it’s not just about the games, the scores, or even the smell (though we can help with that 👀). It’s about the memories, the bonds, and the lessons you’re building every single day. Hockey is more than a sport—it’s a foundation for your kids’ future, teaching resilience, teamwork, and grit. So next time you're in the car, savor the ride (even if it smells like their gear bag exploded 🫣). And when it’s time to actually tackle those smells, you know where to find us. 🖥️ Book now and let us handle the mess, so you can focus on the moments that matter most. #HockeyParents #GearValetYYC #CalgaryHockey #MinorHockeyLife #ParentLife #BuildingFutureLegends #HockeyLife #YYCHockey #CalgaryBusiness

If you identify as part of the 'sandwich generation' of folks caregiving for youth and for elders, sports coaching can offer an intergenerational pathway to share fun and deepen connections to family + communities. We all can help each other! We all have something to offer. We all have capacity to benefit. CoachingKapwa Sports Consultants call this approach #kapwatizingsports #wherescoachtoday #sports #teamwork #sportssocialjustice #sportscoaching #youthssports #communityhealth #healthjustice #positivecoaching #caringcommunities

During USA Basketball Camp, we do a daily workshop to cover the word of the day and address any issues that we see infiltrating the attitudes and chemistry of our campers. As former professional players, playing basketball at every level imaginable in multiple countries, we hope to provide our vast experience for the benefit of every level of player. Most of the kids that come through USA Basketball Camp, are underdogs. Either they are just figuring out that they love basketball...or they have aspirations of playing at a higher level and realize where they are at now, is insufficient to get them there. Whatever the motivation, the sklil set level, or the experience of the players, you can always learn something to add to your tool kit of skills and abilities. Analysing the game in real time, and the ability to implement those changes quickly, is the highest level of execution. This is literally why you practice. Honing your skills in practice, breaking down the obstacles that might present themselves, creating various scenarios and then applying what you have learned…in real time. During a season, most European club teams at the lower levels do not have the gym time to get into this kind of detail. We break it all down over a week, from 9 am to 4 pm (day camp), or 9 am to 6 pm (overnight camp). That's 6 to 8 hours of basketball each day, 30 to 40 hours of basketball related skills, drills, games and exercises, supervised and executed by ex-professional players with a combined 45 years in the game. We've played on 4 different continents, in a host of countries, and in leagues at the highest levels, in each country we've played in. What do you want to learn about yourself What drives you to compete? Whatever your motivations may be, if you were unsure about your future, when you leave USA Basketball Camp, you'll know what you REALLY want from the game of basketball, sports education alternatives, and life in general! "LET'S GO BABY!"..."Make your next move, the best move." https://lnkd.in/eW-EpJb6 #usabasketballcamp #smbgeducation #smbgbasketball #smbgteam #youthbasketball #frenchbasketball #frenchsports

The pickleball revolution is upon us, and it’s undeniable! 🥒🎾 From the flashy $1 million Pickleball Slam 3 featuring tennis legends in Las Vegas to local high school leagues championing youth participation, this sport is not just a trend; it's reshaping communities. I recall the first time I stepped onto a pickleball court. The energy was infectious, the laughter was abundant, and I quickly realized this sport fosters connections that transcend age and skill levels. It brings people together, and the camaraderie is something special! With significant events like the National Mall of Pickleball highlighting health and inclusivity, growth is palpable. The recent introduction of high school leagues in places like Western Massachusetts shows how pickleball is capturing the hearts of the younger generation. Did you know pickleball participation surged by over 223% in the past three years? 📈 That’s a testament to its increasing appeal! I encourage you to explore your local pickleball scene. Have you tried it yet? What are your thoughts on this growing trend? Join the pickleball movement, share your experiences, and let’s keep the conversation going! #pickleball #community #sports #inclusivity #youthsports #healthyliving

Transforming pre-game nerves into lifelong confidence! ⚽️💪 At the U.S. Soccer Foundation, we believe in the power of soccer to shape young lives both on and off the field. When a child steps onto the pitch, they're not just learning soccer skills—they're gaining resilience, teamwork, and the self-assurance to tackle any challenge. It's about more than scoring goals; it's about scoring big in life. #SoccerDoes even more 👉 soccerdoes.org

Why Teaching Kids to Compete is Essential in Sports! Join us as we explore the essential skills of teaching kids to compete in sports! Discover competitive basketball drills that encourage teamwork and personal growth. Learn from experienced coaches about creating a motivating environment for young athletes. This is a must-watch for parents and coaches alike! #YouthSports #BasketballTraining #CompeteToWin #CoachingKids #Sportsmanship #Teamwork #CompetitiveDrills #AthleteDevelopment #SportsEducation #ParentingInSports