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Dealing with Low-Effort Hockey Game
As a parent, it’s natural to want your kids to excel in everything they do, including sports. However, sometimes, you may find yourself frustrated with your child’s lack of effort during a hockey game. It can be challenging to know how to handle this situation without causing your child to lose interest in the sport…
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Navigating Politics in Youth Sports
Being a coach or a team parent for your kid’s sports team can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience. However, it can also be challenging, especially when it comes to navigating the politics among the parents of the team. Whether it’s dealing with parents who are overly involved or those who are not involved enough,…
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Finding the Right Balance
As parents, we want our kids to be active and healthy, and participating in sports can be a great way to achieve that goal. However, it’s not always easy to balance the demands of kids’ sports with the need to spend quality time with our families. In this blog post, we’ll explore some strategies for…
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The Benefits of Individual Sports for Children
Individual sports, such as fencing, archery, and figure skating, can offer a plethora of benefits for children. They can aid in the cultivation of physical, emotional, and cognitive abilities that will serve them well throughout their lives. In this blog post, we’ll delve into some of the key advantages of participating in individual sports for…
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Grace in Defeat: Loss Teaches Sportsmanship
As a parent, it can be difficult to watch your child experience disappointment, especially in the realm of sports. Recently, my son’s hockey team faced a difficult loss, and unfortunately, the reaction from some of the other parents was less than gracious. Accusations of cheating were thrown around, and emotions ran high. However, through this…
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The Benefits of Team Sports for Children: Why it Matters
Participating in team sports can have numerous benefits for children, both physically and mentally. From building self-esteem and discipline to promoting teamwork and leadership skills, the advantages of team sports are numerous. In this blog post, we will explore some of the key benefits of team sports for children and discuss why it’s essential for…
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Achieving Balance: Strategies for Managing School Work and Extracurricular Activities
Balancing school work and extracurricular activities can be a challenging task for students. It requires a lot of time management, discipline, and commitment. However, with the right approach, it is possible to excel in both areas and achieve a sense of equilibrium. In this blog post, we will explore some strategies to help you balance…
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My Child’s First Night at Functional Fitness: A Success Story
Last night was my daughter’s first night at her new activity: functional fitness. I must admit, I was a bit nervous for her. She’s always been a bit shy and reserved, so I assumed she might be a bit hesitant to try something new. But I was pleasantly surprised when she came home full of…
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Encouraging a Child Who Isn’t Interested in Physical Activity: Tips for Parents
As parents, we all want the best for our children. We want them to be healthy, happy, and well-rounded. However, it can be challenging when one child doesn’t seem to share the same interests as their siblings, particularly when it comes to physical activity. I have three children, and while they are all unique in…