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New Program for Sports Parents, Coaches & Young Athletes...

"Discover Practical, Proven, & Easy-To-Learn Mental
Strategies To Boost Sports Kids' Confidence & Success."

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Sports Psychology Videos for Kids Only
Play exclusive Kids' Sports Psychology Videos. Ask your kids to watch the mental training videos by Dr. Patrick Cohn . . . Sport Psychology Tip

Sports Parenting Articles to Improve Kids' Success
Read, print, or download feature sports parenting articles by youth sports psychology experts Patrick Cohn and Lisa Cohn. . . . Sport Psychology Tip

Interviews with Leading Youth Sports Experts
Listen to interviews with the top youth sports and sports psychology experts in the US to improve your parenting skills . . . Sport Psychology Tip

How Unruly Crowds and Parents Hurt Kids' Confidence

Unnruly parents and crowds can really hurt kids' confidence, says Gil Fried, professor and head of the sport management department at the University of New Haven and an expert on crowd control. Hear what Gil Fried says about unruly crowds and parents. . . . Sport Psychology Tip

Helping Young Athletes Who Suffer From Anxiety

Nearly 20% of the population suffers from anxiety, and sports kids are no exception. In fact, kids who have mild anxiety might experience high anxiety in stressful sports situations. Hear what Dr. Pettit says about sports kids and anxiety. . . . Sport Psychology Tip

Helping Young Athletes Who Aren't Getting the Chance to Show Their Talent

Bjorn, a 12-year-old hockey player, joined a AAA team after three years of playing hockey, and suddenly found himself surrounded by other athletes who have a lot more experience. Hear what Audrey says about encouraging and supporting her son. . . . Sport Psychology Tip

Teaching Sports Kids to Feel The Pain of Failure With "Growth Mindsets"

There's two ways young athletes can deal with failure and losses, says Eric DeMeulenaere, a Clark University professor, former soccer coach and author of "Reflections From the Field." Hear what DeMeulenaere has to say about growing through failures in sports. . . . Sport Psychology Tip

Ensuring Kids are Focused, Immersed and Engaged in Youth Sports

Too often, sports kids simply go through the motions in youth sports, says Bobby Kipper, a former college coach and co-author of the book, "Performance Driven Thinking." Kipper says that if kids are going to play, they need to focus on performing well. . . . Sport Psychology Tip

Kids Would Rather Lose and Get to Play the Whole Game

Here's an interesting study result: If young athletes have to choose between losing and getting to play the whole game, they choose playing time. That's a tidbit from Steven Frierman, a professor at Hofstra University and a former youth sports coach. . . . Sport Psychology Tip

Parents Are Key To Stopping Bullying in Youth Sports

Parents and coaches, you are critical to ending the epidemic of bullying in youth sports. Only you can ensure that youth sports teams create an inclusive culture. Only you can keep an eye out for bullying on your kids' sports teams and take action. . . . Sport Psychology Tip

Fun Tips for Introducing Kids to Youth Sports

KSP, interviews Michael VJ Stanley, a retired college hockey coach and youth sports coach of 30 years who wants to change sports and bring back healthy fun for children. He gives detailed and fun tips for introducing young kids to sports . . . Sport Psychology Tip

Tips For Finding The Best Coaches: They Should Instill Love Of Playing

KSP, interviews Michael Langlois a longtime coach and author of "A Guide To Effective Communication for Youth Soccer Coaches." He says that great coaches instill a love of the game. Empathetic coaches connect well with kids and are more likely to communicate well with them . . . Sport Psychology Tip

Confessions of An Over-Involved Sports Mom

KSP interviews film maker Caytha Jenis. She is the first to admit she was too involved in her daughter's sports experience. So were many of the other sports parents she knew. Learn what it means to be too involved in your athlete's sport . . . Sport Psychology Tip

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Coaches & Parents Say...

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~Al Miller, Hall of Fame Soccer Coach

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