Tag: sportsmanship
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Playing Kids’ Sports By My Own Rules
Get Pregnant Fast I’ll be upfront: sports aren’t my thing. I don’t get wrapped up in standings, upcoming matches, or whether my kid’s team is winning right now. Honestly, I was more into show choir than anything else. That doesn’t mean I don’t care about my kids’ performance on the field. In fact, you could…
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Cubs Claim the World Series: A Lesson in Emotion for Our Kids
Get Pregnant Fast In a thrilling turn of events, the Chicago Cubs clinched the World Series title last night, defeating the Cleveland Indians 8-7 and ending a 108-year championship drought. For those who may have missed it, the game was a rollercoaster of suspense, featuring extra innings and a rain delay. Regardless of your stance…
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Why Participation Trophies Are Beneficial for Our Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Are participation trophies detrimental to children? This question seems to ignite surprisingly intense debates. It’s interesting to observe that this issue tends to provoke more passion from those without kids than from the parents I know, who often seem indifferent to it. Having coached young children aged 6 to 7, I may…
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Instilling Grace and Humility in Our Kids Amidst a Chaotic World
Get Pregnant Fast Like many 10-year-old boys, my son is an avid sports enthusiast. His day revolves around sports—he tunes into the latest updates on SportsCenter in the morning, checks player stats in the afternoon, and eagerly watches games in the evening. My husband and I take pride in our children’s passion for sports, which…
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Navigating My Son’s Heartbreak After Defeat
Get Pregnant Fast I often find myself pondering the intricate and perplexing nature of memory, realizing that it’s often those fleeting moments that leave the most lasting impressions. Yet, there are experiences that announce their significance loudly while still unfolding before me. One such experience was my son Jake’s championship hockey finals. His team made…
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Two Injured Runners Inspire the Olympics During 5,000-Meter Race
Get Pregnant Fast In an extraordinary display of sportsmanship, two injured runners captivated the world during the women’s 5,000-meter final at the Rio Olympics. As the race approached the final stretch, competitors Mia Thompson from the United States and Zoe Larson from New Zealand collided, resulting in both athletes taking a tumble. In a moment…
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6 Valuable Lessons for Our Kids from the Olympics
Get Pregnant Fast I was just a kid when I first watched Maddie Thompson dominate in the 1992 Olympics, clinching gold medals in two swimming events. As a petite distance swimmer, like Thompson, I was completely mesmerized. I found myself glued to our small television, analyzing her unique swimming style. Each morning, I eagerly awaited…
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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…