Tasty and Healthy Granola Bar Recipe
January 21 is National Granola Bar Day, so why not take the time to make this healthy snack.
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Three Easy and Healthy Instant Pot Recipes
Here are three easy, healthy recipes for meals that can be quickly prepped, placed into a pressure cooker and forgotten about.
How to Help Your Athlete Eat for Brain Health
Young athletes’ brains are using food for fuel. Fuel it appropriately, and your young athlete will be able to think fast and stay sharp in school and on the field.
When Can Young Athletes Return to Sport After Illness?
Returning to sport from illness of any kind can be tricky, and with the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s only gotten more difficult. But even a simple cold or stomach bug can leave an athlete sidelined without a clear idea of when it’s safe or advisable to return to sport.
Notes from the U.S. and Netherlands
I spent Memorial Day flying back from Amsterdam, 24 hours in en route, leaving a place where the Dutch Underground were battling in World War II three-quarters of a century before me.
Six Ways To Reduce Anxiety During Tough Transitions
Young athletes face tough transitions on a regular basis. Whether it’s something big, like a move to a new school, or just the start of a season with a new coach, these transitions can be significant sources of anxiety. But, there are ways to navigate these challenging times.
Why Should I Run a 6-3 or 6-6?
For those with little time to read my blogs and ponderings, the short answer is “In a 6-3 you teach HALF your players on the court the leadership roles and key skill of setting/running an offense, and in a 6-6, every player learns that key skill.”
Motivational Interviewing – Still Learning
John Kessel’s still in learning mode (he’s always there), and now his quest for learning introduced him to Motivational Interviewing (MI), which is all about the communication techniques that help you draw wisdom and answers from your players.
Nine Easy Ways to Prevent Cliques on Teams
When it comes to preventing cliques and bullying behaviors, it’s best to be proactive. Coaches who focus on building strong team-wide relationships from the first day of practice are less likely to run into the social problems, like cliques, that hurt teams and players.
Creating an Inclusive Volleyball Culture
Volleyball is a sport of acceptance. For LGBTQ youth, finding acceptance on a team can be life changing, if not lifesaving. These tips will help you create a culture of inclusion with your teammates and in your program.