Here’s to the Hockey Moms
My sons carry their own hockey bags. The dads usually give nods of approval as they pass, and the moms…
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10 Lessons I Hope You Learn Playing Youth Sports
Last night was my sixth grader’s last basketball game of the season. He played with many of the same gang…
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To the Siblings in the Stands, You’re the Real MVPs
The most underrated fans in youth sports are the siblings in the stands. The youngest ones schlepped from game to…
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The Sports Mom Shows Up For Her Kids, No Matter What
We’re nearing the end of club baseball/softball season, and the burnout is real. The time away from home, burning through…
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By Deborah Plunkett Youth Sports Seasons End, But Their Lessons Don’t Have To
Football, cheerleading, soccer, lacrosse, baseball—the sport doesn’t really matter. The view from the bench is the same for all sports.…
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Right Now, Our Life Revolves Around Kids’ Activities and I Love It
A mother’s schedule revolves around her children’s schedules. It starts with their feeding schedules, their sleep schedules, and planning outings…
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By Angela Williams Glenn Parents Can Turn Youth Sports Toxic (but We Shouldn’t)
I’ve loved youth sports and advocated for them since I was a youth athlete myself, so I was so excited…
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By Mehr Piracha Lee Being the Mother of an Athlete Means Learning to Let Go
This is my post. Has been for years. I’ve held this spot sacred, watching you play for so long. Yet as…
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Youth Sports Build Strong Kids
My kids are heavily involved in sports. My son plays for an elite basketball team and my daughter competes on…
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By Connie Cumming My Kids May Never Be Professional Athletes, But They’ll Be Strong, Confident Adults Because of Youth Sports
I have pivoted 180 degrees over the last few years on one major bone of contention in our household of…
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Hey Mama Signing Your Boy Up For Little League, You’re About to Become a Baseball Mom
Hey mama, I see you’re signing your boy up for Little League, so I feel I should warn you .…
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By Mandy McCarty Harris Youth Sports Are Ordinary, Which is Why They’ll Always Be Special To Me
It’s a normal thing, I guess. I’m sure millions of kids around the world play youth sports. Hundreds play in…
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