When kids are thinking about acquiring a college scholarship, most of the time they are considering a Division I scholarship to a big time school. But, did you realize that there are other options for you. Have you ever heard of Ashland University? Ashland University is a Division II school and like a lot of [...]
This is the story of little Jimmy. Jimmy is a 13 year old in the 7th grade. He plays football and baseball and I’m not sure what positions, but he has basically been throwing for 12 months straight between the two sports. He currently participating in a lifting program with his football team. Jimmy also [...]
When I first started my coaching career, I was a single man. Obviously, I dealt with a lot of parents who would introduce me to their kids and seeing if I could get them better for their sports. Not every parent was the overzealous one you read articles about. They are really in the minority, [...]
There is nothing worse to an athlete then not being able to compete because of some sickness. But, for some athlete, especially young athletes, this sickness is caused not by some odd chance you are sick, but because of things you are doing to your body. Let me start by saying the last time I [...]
When we first meet our athletes, we have them fill out a mini food log. It only covers three days, but it is enough to enlighten us to the fact that most of you, your eating stinks! What some of you eat before games, usually makes me nauseous. I’m sure at one time I might [...]
In order to present a student resume that is well rounded for college entrance, a student is expected to be good in class and out of it. Athletics have started taking a prominent position in student admissions. Whereas for most High School students, athletics is seen as a hobby with little or no pressure, things [...]
When it comes to your child’s athletic career, your role should really be to encourage, watch and offer support. Whether the child is successful in sports or not is not a direct reflection on you as a parent. However, if your child is respectful, resilient, does his best, is coachable, mentally tough and is a [...]
Sports parents expect great things from their kids. Sometimes these expectations are just too lofty and when they are not met, there will be breakdown of relationships. If you are a sports parent, it is important to temper your expectations to avoid unnecessary conflict at home or on the field. To do this, you should [...]