Recognizing Effort Can Keep Your Child in the Game
It’s easy as a parent to focus on results. But for well-rounded, lifelong athletes, a focus on recognizing effort rather than results can yield more benefits.
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Eating to Win: Pre-match Fueling
Eating before a match is an important part of being a successful athlete. No matter if a match is over in three sets or goes five sets, here are some fueling tips to make sure your body is ready to keep playing through the end.
Helping Your Multisport Athlete Navigate Seasons
Playing more than one sport is great for an athlete’s well-being. Here’s how you can be a supportive coach as they transition between sports.
Keys to Making More Digs on the Beach
Prepare for beach national qualifiers and the USA National Beach Tour-Junior Championships with these tips.
More Tips for Coaches to Pass On
Culled from top coaches, these are simple tips that you can put in your coaching toolbox when working with your team.
Growing the Mindset Part 2 (CAP II Article)
In the second part of this CAP II article, Scott Jones discussing building confidence to change athlete mindsets.
Four Myths You Should Know About Supplements
Dietary supplements are omnipresent in sports, but be cautious before buying.
How to Win (and Lose) With Class
Stanford-bound middle Kendall Kipp talks about striving to maintain good character and play the game the right way.
What Makes a Good Coach?
Stephen F. Austin University head beach coach Alex Luna shares his thoughts on what makes a good coach in this BCAP II article
Ironing Out Nutrition: Building an Iron-Rich Diet for Top Performance
The body needs iron for growth, development, cellular functioning and to make certain hormones and connective tissue. Making sure your diet includes iron-rich foods is particularly important for athletes.