By Dr. Darrell BurnettConcentrate on positives.Offer yourself as an example.Always expect what is reasonable.Create team spirit.Have Fun. Laugh a lot.Concentrate on positives ___ I catch the kids doing well.___ I keep a 4-1 ratio of positives to negatives.___ I praise...
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Parents and Sportsmanship
By Dr. Darrell Burnett Pick up a sports page and you get a stark picture of the world of competitive sports - corporate sponsorship, fierce competition and a win-at-any-cost mentality. For decades, recreational youth sports has been the beacon of...
A Coach's Letter to Parents
By Dr. Darrell Burnett Dear Parents,Here are some hints on how to make this a fun season, with lots of positive memories for your kids and your family. 1. Make sure that win or lose you love them, as the...
You'll Love Today's OnDeck!
The September OnDeck Newsletters go out today and you can read them here. They're brimming with lots of great youth sports information...and the price is right! Enjoy OnDeck every month by signing up while you're there!
Positive coaching: Fourteen ways to keep youth sports positive.
By Dr. Darrell Burnett Positive coaching: Fourteen ways to keep youth sports positive.1. Concentrate on positives.2. Over Teach3. Amplify successes.4. Compliment specifics.5. Have fun.6. Instill laughter.7. Never presume anything.8. Get into their shoes. Empathize.9. Set an example of good sportsmanship.10....