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MINIMIZING DROPOUT RATES IN YOUTH SPORTS
The purpose of this paper is to express my views on ways of lowering dropout rates among participants in youth sports. I would take a multi-pronged approach that would involve the following three areas: coaching education, parent education, competitive infrastructure. Coach Education: According to Pugh, DeFrancesco, Gilley, and Heitman (2000) the reasons that motivate elite [...] -
Parental Support- The Key to Peak Performance
The role that parents play in the life of a soccer player has a tremendous impact on their experience. With this in mind, we have taken some time to write down some helpful reminders for all of us as we approach the upcoming season. If you should have any questions about these thoughts, please feel [...]
