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The Best Thing About Youth Sports is the Friends You Make

Kids, Living
August 24, 2021
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By Rachel Steigerwald

The Best Thing About Youth Sports is the Friends You Make

The funny thing about sports is that so much of what we get out of playing them has nothing to…

It’s Not Supposed To Be Like This, But I Hope You Feel Me Rooting For You

Motherhood, Teen, Tween
February 24, 2021
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By Mehr Piracha Lee

It’s Not Supposed To Be Like This, But I Hope You Feel Me Rooting For You

It’s not supposed to be like this. I should be in those stands. I’ve been watching you from those stands…

6 Ways Youth Sports Parents Can Be Better

Kids, Motherhood
November 9, 2020
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By Jenni Brennan

6 Ways Youth Sports Parents Can Be Better

Picture it: You are at a sporting event. All around you, there are sounds of swearing, fans shouting insults at…

Dear Exhausted Youth Sports Parents, It’s All Worth It

Motherhood, Teen
September 23, 2020
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By Brooke Teel

Dear Exhausted Youth Sports Parents, It’s All Worth It

Growing up, I don’t remember a game or event without someone there cheering me on in the stands—and now I…

Dear Youth Sports Parents: Our Kids Need Us to do Better

Kids, Teen, Tween
May 1, 2019
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By Carolyn Moore

Dear Youth Sports Parents: Our Kids Need Us to do Better

The words disgusted me when I read them: “I waited for you after the game, but no show. Probably a…

Kids, Teen
March 6, 2019
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By Her View From Home

To the Coach Yelling at my Kid

Let me just get one thing straight right away: I’m not a fan of yours. Maybe if we got to…

Before You Yell at the Referees Tonight, Let Me Tell You About My Daddy

Kids, Living
February 16, 2019
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By Carolyn Moore

Before You Yell at the Referees Tonight, Let Me Tell You About My Daddy

Most of the time, you probably don’t even notice he’s there. But the official prowling the sidelines of your high…

“It’s About Life Lessons” Coach Gives Inspirational Speech After Heartbreaking State Tourney Loss

Kids
March 11, 2017
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By Leslie Means

“It’s About Life Lessons” Coach Gives Inspirational Speech After Heartbreaking State Tourney Loss

Yes, I'm an emotional wreck only 8 days postpartum. But you guys! This speech. Try not to tear up with…

Dear Parents, Before You Let Your Child Quit Youth Sports

Kids, Motherhood, Sports
February 3, 2017
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By Emma Bireline

Dear Parents, Before You Let Your Child Quit Youth Sports

When I was a freshman in high school, my basketball team was small. In fact, it was so small we…

Why I Now Shut My Mouth On The Sidelines

Kids, Motherhood
July 28, 2016
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By Lisa Leshaw

Why I Now Shut My Mouth On The Sidelines

I had no idea that I was expected to stop yelling my own child's name with boisterous enthusiasm and begin…

Today’s youth are very accomplished and busy – watch for burnout

Kids
February 15, 2016
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By Renae Zimmer

Today’s youth are very accomplished and busy – watch for burnout

What does a girl do on a snow day? Let’s see, I have a senior in High School. One of…

Inspiration, Journal, Kids, Marriage, Relationships
September 21, 2015
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By Renae Zimmer

I Am A Coach’s Wife

I am a coach’s wife. I signed up for it, back when we were young and stupid and didn’t have…