Walking A Mile In Their Cleats
I once had a coach who thought motivation meant yelling at us until we “wanted it more.” Spoiler alert: it did not work. What did work? The coach who took …
More Than Words
Coaching is communication. But what happens when words aren’t enough? For many neurodivergent athletes—whether they’re autistic, have ADHD, dyslexia, or other cognitive processing differences—traditional verbal instruction can feel like a …
The Engagement Equation
Finding the right balance between fun & focus in practice isn’t a guessing game—it’s an equation.
Too much fun? Chaos. Too much focus? Boredom. The best coaches adjust in real-time, keeping athletes engaged & improving.
Here’s how to master it.
The Art of Teaching vs. Telling
The Art of Teaching vs. Telling: Why Youth Coaches Must Be Educators As a mental performance coach and member of a national coaching education cadre, I’ve witnessed a curious phenomenon: …
Coaching Players with ADHD
Coaching players with ADHD can be challenging, as the disorder can make it difficult for individuals to stay focused and perform well in sports. However, there are effective coaching strategies …
Coaching Neurodivergent Athletes
Coaches play a crucial role in the development and success of athletes. However, they face various challenges when it comes to coaching neurodivergent athletes. Neurodivergent athletes may have different needs …
A Candle Cannot Burn Without Fire (Ep. 20)
#020 – A Candle Cannot Burn Without Fire “Just as a candle cannot burn without fire, men cannot live without a spiritual life.”” ~ The Buddha This vlog series is …
Pump The Brakes (S4:E05)
Are we headed for a cliff in the youth sports world? Possibly. Can we avoid it? Absolutely. We need to stop finger-pointing and help educate everyone on ALL the aspects …
Your Own Salvation (Ep. 09)
#009 – Your Own Salvation “Work out your own salvation. Do not depend on others.” This vlog series is based on the teachings of the Buddha and is viewed in …
Focus Friday – Sept. 9, 2022
Since we are starting out the Focus Friday blog, I thought it would be a good idea to start at a beginning topic as well. I want to talk about …