By Kyle Means Sometimes the MVP Never Makes it Off the Bench
The madness of March is a beautiful thing. Each year around this time, I devote myself to watching as much…
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By Patrick Danz Thanks For the Memories, Coach Hart
Recently, my mom shared some sad news: my seventh-grade basketball coach passed away in late March. It was one of…
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By Angela Anagnost-Repke The Highlight of the US Women’s National Soccer Team Victory Happened in My Living Room
It was 1999. My best friend and I had just taken a break from swimming to watch the Women’s World…
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By Jennifer Thompson I’m Good—But I’m Tired
Tired. Worn out. Burnt out. Exhausted. Stressed. When you hear these words, is there something that resonates with you? Are…
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By Angela Williams Glenn Why Youth Sports Grow Strong Girls
I spent the summers of my youth on a ball diamond night in and night out. I spent most of…
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By Katy Ursta I am the Crazy Sports Mom
"But how much is too much? Don't you think he should just be a kid?" Even as I write this,…
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By Lindsey Howard Grace in the Outfield
Last night this boy had to learn a tough lesson. We were at the ballpark watching Griffin’s game on the…
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By Whitney Ballard Not Every Day is a Home Run Day
My kid didn’t hit the home run today. This time, my kid was the one who let the ball roll…
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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…
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By Rachelle Lowe Yeah, We’re Busy—and We Wouldn’t Want it Any Other Way
"I don't know how you do it." If I just had a dollar for every time I have heard those…
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By Marjorie Brimley It Matters More Than You Think When You Cheer for My Kids
“Nice shot Claire!” yelled the man sitting next to me. I barely knew him, but he was a parent of…
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By Kyle Means Michigan State Coach Tom Izzo’s Sideline Tirade Sparks Debate—And We Need to Talk About it
During the opening round of the men’s NCAA basketball tournament last week, many people watched Michigan State head coach, Tom…
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