High School Varsity Sports as the Pinnacle: The Role of Youth, JV, and Travel Sports in Building the Ultimate Team
Parents and coaches - it's better to focus on athlete development at the expense of winning a junior high contest.
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Coach Sullivan
Oct 57 min read
Why Kids Under 12-14 Should Play Flag Football Instead of Tackle Football: A Safer Pathway to Development
Football has long been a staple in American sports culture, inspiring passion, teamwork, and perseverance. But as much as we revere the...
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Coach Sullivan
Sep 306 min read
Early Specialization vs. Multi-Sport Participation: What’s the Best Approach for Long-Term Athletic Success and Injury Prevention?
In today’s competitive sports environment, parents, coaches, and young athletes are increasingly pressured to focus on one sport from an...
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Coach Sullivan
Sep 307 min read
The Positive and Negative Effects of AAU Basketball: A Comprehensive Examination
AAU (Amateur Athletic Union) basketball has become a significant element of the basketball landscape in the United States. What began as...
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Coach Sullivan
Sep 308 min read
Overuse Injuries in Amateur Sports: Identifying Risks, Prevention Strategies, and Recovery Protocols
In recent years, amateur sports have become a thriving ecosystem and a $20 billion per year industry. Kids start playing organized sports...
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Coach Sullivan
Sep 296 min read
The Flop Phenomenon: How Misleading Acts Can Turn Fans Against Officials
In sports, athletes often find themselves in high-stakes situations where the outcome of a contest can hinge on a single moment. Emotions...
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Coach Sullivan
Feb 10, 20222 min read
SKLZ Lightning Bolt Baseball Pitching Machine
SKLZ Lightning Bolt is a simple, portable pitching machine that helps players by pitching small foam balls indoors or outside.
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Coach Sullivan
Feb 10, 20223 min read
Pocket Radar Smart Coach/Ball Coach
Pocket Radar Smart Coach and Ball Coach is a simple radar system that's easy to use and simple to transport.
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Coach Sullivan
Jan 1, 20222 min read
The WebGlove - is it legit?
This unique glove fits over the index finger and thumb to create a small pocket that safely teaches players the proper catching form.
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Coach Sullivan
Dec 31, 20212 min read
HECOstix - what's that?
Hand Eye Coordination & Reaction Speed Training Tool What is this odd toy and how can we use it to help our athletes? Well... From their...
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Coach Sullivan
Dec 2, 20211 min read
Camwood Bats - are they worth the hype?
The Camwood bat is the new swing trainer on the market. I have one and use it for my two sons - ages 11 and 12 and I can honestly report...
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Coach Sullivan
Mar 6, 20212 min read
Curveballs - Kids Shouldn't Throw Them, Right?
OK, here’s a baseball topic that I’ve been consistently pushing for the last 5 years but “baseball experts” won’t listen. First, all...
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Coach Sullivan
Sep 27, 20202 min read
Year-Round Baseball - Come on Man!
Dude, you just don't get it. It's science vs. "Your boys won't be ready!" Come on, man!
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Coach Sullivan
Apr 15, 20192 min read
How to Handle Concussions in Youth Hockey
This is a guest post from Candace DiGiacomo of Tucker Hockey. For spectators, one of the most compelling aspects of hockey is its...
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Coach Sullivan
Mar 7, 20191 min read
Discipline and Body Language
Body language is an outward sign of the emotional stage of the player. It works both ways – emotions change body language and body...
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Coach Sullivan
Aug 7, 20182 min read
Sleep: The Miracle
GETTING A PROPER AMOUNT OF SLEEP IS AS IMPORTANT AS ANY WORKOUT YOU CAN IMAGINE FOR YOUR ATHLETES I want to identify a topic that is...
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Coach Sullivan
Jul 16, 20183 min read
Self-Confidence vs Self-Efficacy
YOU CAN'T HAVE ONE WITHOUT THE OTHER...OR CAN YOU? March Madness is a time when we see young men, phenomenal athletes, walk to the foul...
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Coach Sullivan
Jun 20, 20184 min read
Goal-Setting
Why set goals? How do we do it? What are the benefits? Why set goals? Think about throwing a ball. Do you consider where your target is?...
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Coach Sullivan
Apr 11, 20183 min read
The Socioeconomics of Travel Sports: Is it for the Kids or the Parents?
Travel sports are crushing the element of proper development for young athletes. And the really crazy part, many of the young athletes...
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Coach Sullivan
Feb 28, 20184 min read
Interview with Youth Sport Psychology Expert Richard Stratton, Ph.D.
Below is an interview with a youth sport psychology expert from Youth Football Online. It’s worth your times if you coach kids. Here’s...
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