Beyond the Scoreboard

In this post, I break down the youth sports problems I see every day, from missing fundamentals to burnout, and share how we can better support young athletes.

Wondering whether your young athlete would benefit more from private lessons or group training? Here’s how to decide based on their age, goals, and mindset.

Looking to introduce your children to sports? Learn how to create a fun, pressure-free experience that builds movement skills, confidence, and joy, starting around age 4.

Discover why multi-sport athletes gain more than skills. Learn how playing different sports builds character, prevents burnout, and shapes better players.

Not getting the minutes you think you deserve? You’re not alone. Here’s why playing time isn’t personal, and how to shift your mindset to earn more time on the floor.

You’re not lazy. You’re not weak. You just care a lot. But if that pressure turns into fear, it can ruin the joy of the game. Here’s how to recognize performance anxiety, and finally play free.

After a championship loss in high school, I blamed the refs. Looking back, I missed the real lesson. Here’s what athletes can learn when the scoreboard doesn’t go their way.