Why, do you ask? Because children at this age do not understand, do not have the capacity to grasp the concept of “functionality.” They don’t understand that the pieces make up the pie as a whole. They only can understand...
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How to Raise a Lion Chaser (Part 1 of 2)
By John O’Sullivan “Coach, I don’t want to take a penalty shot,” said a very nervous 13 year-old player of mine a few years back. We were in the Oregon Soccer State Cup semifinals, and this talented but not quite...
Off Season Workout (Part 1 of 2)
By Alan Jaeger Born and raised in sunny, southern California, you might wonder why I feel a need to write an article about a throwing program for inclement weather. Well, the truth be told is that this question has come...
How to Raise a Lion Chaser (Part 2 of 2)
By John O’Sullivan (Read part one here) So how can we do this? Here are five ways you can raise a lion chaser of your own: Lion chasers realize that impossible odds can become improbably victories. While many athletes fear...
The Not-So-Great Divide
By Brian Gotta (Originally published July 24, 2026)I recently made a visit to Montgomery, AL to see my son play baseball. The town was filled with history, both from the Civil War and the Civil Rights Movement. Here was where...