Tag: youth sports
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15 Types of Parents You Encounter When Your Child Plays Sports
Get Pregnant Fast Do you have a little athlete on your hands? If so, you’re probably all too familiar with the whirlwind of schedules, games, and interactions with fellow parents on the sidelines. As a parent who has spent countless hours in the stands, I can say it’s a wild ride filled with a unique…
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NFL Player Returns Sons’ Participation Trophies: A Controversial Parenting Choice
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent social media post, former NFL linebacker Marcus Green shared a photo of his sons’ participation trophies, sparking a heated discussion on the relevance of such awards. Instead of celebrating their achievements, he made it clear that he believes these trophies were undeserved. Green’s stance is clear: he feels that…
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Please Let That Be Rain: A Sports Mom’s Inner Musings
Get Pregnant Fast As a devoted sports mom, I find myself juggling countless responsibilities each day. I spend about a third of my life sleeping, another third contemplating dinner options, and the final third cheering my kids on at youth sports events—soccer, basketball, lacrosse, football—you name it. These countless hours on the sidelines offer a…
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Parents, Your Behavior on the Ride Home After a Sports Game Matters
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, we cherish the thrill of watching our children play sports, cheering them on, and hoping for victory. However, what unfolds during the ride home can significantly impact their feelings about the game—especially if things didn’t go as expected. This crucial moment is highlighted in a powerful new commercial that serves…
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Dear Sweetheart,
Get Pregnant Fast While you’re still just a child in third grade, I feel it’s time to have a serious conversation—not the one about growing up and relationships, which can wait a few more years. This is about something that’s equally important: sportsmanship and how to handle difficult people. Remember that volleyball game last fall…
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What Jordan Martinez Can Teach Our Children About Sports
Get Pregnant Fast “There’s no crying in baseball!” This famous line from A League Of Their Own was a cultural phenomenon when it hit theaters in 1992. Fast forward to today, and it’s clear that the quote has taken on new meaning, particularly in the world of sports. Just recently, during a pivotal trading deadline…
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If Organized Sports Become Unenjoyable for My Child — Yes, I’m Supporting Their Decision to Quit
Get Pregnant Fast As I sit here sipping my morning coffee, I keep one eye on the weather forecast. A looming storm threatens to disrupt my five-year-old’s final little league game of the season, and I find myself torn. While I recognize the benefits of team sports, part of me wouldn’t mind a rainy day…
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Teen Banned from Soccer League for an Outrageously Entertaining List of Reasons
Get Pregnant Fast In a twist of teenage antics, a young lad has found himself banned from his local soccer league for a hilariously lengthy list of misadventures. It’s no secret that teens often test boundaries—after all, part of growing up involves a bit of chaotic fun. But when it comes to sports, there are…
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The Rewards of Volunteer Coaching: A Dad’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast It’s 7:30 AM, and you’re jolted awake by a pounding headache, not from last night’s escapades but from an obnoxious pop song that’s been stuck in your head since your daughter’s car ride. Welcome to Saturday, affectionately termed “Dad Day.” In just a few hours, you’ll be on the sidelines coaching your…