Better Coaching

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Overemphasizing structured practices and competition early on is linked to two critical issues facing young athletes today: psychological burnout and overuse injuries. As children grow older, this conditional approval can encourage a cycle of anxiety and fear of failure. Must perform, must impress.

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Better Coaching

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

This article explores the debate between early specialization and multi-sport participation, focusing on the effects on individual athletes and their schools, while underscoring the risks of overuse injuries and psychological burnout.

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The Sporting

MARCH 1, 2024

Unlike the flatter, more uniform courses seen elsewhere, Cheltenham’s notorious uphill finish tests the very limits of stamina and agility. The Psychological Battle The challenges of Cheltenham are not solely physical. The mental fortitude of both horse and rider is put to the test.

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Better Coaching

JUNE 5, 2025

All Posts Getting Started Your Community Sport Psychology Attitude Coaching Parents Athletes Hockey Concussions Baseball Softball Search Blinded by Love: The Truth About Playing Time and Parental Bias in Sports Coach Sullivan 13 hours ago 4 min read We’ve all heard it—or maybe we’ve even said it: "My kid should be playing more.

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