Up in Smoke: The Dangers of Vaping
Vaping is thought to be safer than smoking cigarettes, but it is actually harmful to a young athlete’s training and long-term health.
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A Thank-you Letter to My 13U Teams
John Kessel sends his 13U team members on their way with ideas to hone their skills over the summer.
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.
The Most Important Poster in Coaching
John Kessel’s poster of John Wooden quotes is an important part of his coaching toolkit.
Tips For Helping Athletes Overcome Sports Anxiety
For many kids, sports provide their first taste of anxiety: the stress of serving at game point or making that all-important dig.
Growing the Mindset (CAP II Article)
In this CAP II article, Elevate Volleyball coach Scott Jones shares how he works with young athletes to change their mindsets.
Teach Your Athletes With These Quick Tips
Top coaches and players provide quick tips to help make your athletes the best they can be. Pass them on!