My patience with his slow recovery from this injury is waning. My sympathy is quickly turning into disappointment at his lack of grit.
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Quitting Team Not an Option Because Participation is More Valuable
I’ve seen this before – a half-assed tryout, making the track team and, suddenly, floating the idea wanting to quit […]
Youth Soccer a Real Kick in the Shins if You Don’t Choose Wisely
My son would often return from youth soccer practices bewildered and sad. His teammates chastised him for making mistakes. The coach would appear right before the practice and disappear immediately after. I was livid.
Soccer Parents Lose Game, Cool, Respect
Soccer parents get caught up in the excitement of a championship … and take it their frustrations on the winning team’s players.
Pro Athletes and Toddlers: 7 Ways They are Exactly Alike
You wouldn’t think it to look at them, but our favorite pro athletes and toddlers are similar … like their sense of entitlement.
Parent-Coach Teamwork Key to Youth Sports Success
Jason Greene offers a coach’s perspective on how parents can make youth sports more enjoyable for their children … and the coaches.