A few years back, when I was still coaching, Little League implemented a rule that encouraged local leagues to carry more players on their all-star rosters. The rule was that a league that carried the minimum (12) players would essentially be penalized one coach. Instead of a manager and two coaches, any team with only [...]
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The Centers for Disease Control, (CDC) has developed a very thorough and informative section of their website devoted to the recognition, treatment and prevention of concussions. They offer a page devoted to youth sports, as well as one aimed at high-schools. Among the plethora of free materials available are posters, wallet-cards, checklists, guides for coaches [...]
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This time of year can be extremely stressful for parents of children participating in youth league all-star tournaments everywhere. The heightened level of competition often brings with it increased expectations, tension and passion. It can be easy for these emotions to be directed down channels that lead to problems. Here are a few suggestions for [...]
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CoachDeck, that is. Our apps for soccer, baseball and basketball continue to infiltrate countries around the world. Free and Full versions available. Even if you have the “real” CoachDeck, having an electronic version is just another way to make sure, A Perfect Practice is (always) in the Cards!™
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Here is a link we found on one of our client’s websites, with some good information for parents about some soccer rules.
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Check out the PSA’s from our partner, STOP Sports Injuries. Most children trying to play sports at a high level are conditioned to play through pain so that they don’t fall out of favor with coaches, lose playing time, or get cut from teams. All too often, this leads to overuse injuries that may have [...]
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We are considering changes to the popular, OnDeck Newsletter that we send in versions for soccer and baseball each month. We’d love to know how you believe we could improve. Or is it just right? Send us your suggestions to info@coachdeck.com.
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And, unfortunately, based on television ratings for US Hockey, even the Stanley Cup Finals, you probably did. If Game 1 of the Vancouver – Boston series is any indication of things to come, you don’t want to miss any more. See how it ended here.
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We know our football deck is coming next. We’re working on it behind the scenes now. But what’s next? Which sport do you feel would make the biggest splash in the CoachDeck product line, and why? Send us your input and suggestions to info@coachdeck.com.
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