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THE PITFALLS OF 'MORE, YOUNGER' MINDSET Why Starting Kids Too Early and Pushing Them Too Hard Can Backfire in Youth Sports

Better Coaching

More, Younger Youth sports occupy a special place in American culture, shaping childrens character, health, and social lives. Across the United States, an increasing number of parents and coachesoften with good intentionsseek to introduce sports to children at younger and younger ages and with greater intensity than ever before.

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From Parachutes to Swimming Pools: How PE Thrives at GEMS Dubai American Academy

Gopher Sport

In the world of international education, there are those who simply teach, and then there are educators like Allison Deakin, Head of Department for Elementary PE and Swimming, JV & Varsity Badminton Coach, and former Activities Coordinator at GEMS Dubai American Academy (DAA).

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How Boardball Bumps Up The Fun, Fitness, and Teamwork in PE ClassesWhat Is Boardball?

Gopher Sport

These creative adaptations make Boardball an invaluable tool for PE classes, offering endless opportunities for fun and skill-building across various sports and activities. Testimonials From our Educators, Coaches, and Olympians! Heres what they have to say: About the Author: Boardball Win a Boardball Set!

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Educator: Lara Cox is Queen Creek Hometown Hero for November

Arizona Health and Physical Education

I’ve also coached various sports, including running club, soccer, basketball, softball, volleyball and flag football. Professional background highlights: In May of 2007, I graduated from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse with a Bachelor of Science degree in School Health Education and Exercise Sport Science.

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Big Moves in a Small School: How One PE Teacher Brings Fun Every Day

Gopher Sport

Meet Coach Jose from The Builders School in the Philippians Coach Jose Magpantay Jr. But even with a tiny school, Coach Jose makes a big impact. The school believes that children are creative, caring, and full of great ideas. He says sports made him a better person. Just 20 students! Favorite Equipment?

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The Result of Overscheduling Kids

RC Families

Many parents fill children’s calendars with sports, lessons, and other extracurricular activities. It can result in stress, and even a loss of creativity or joy. Overscheduling kids has become a way of life for may families. But this lack of downtime has been linked to anxiety, sleep disturbances, and overstimulation in children.

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5 Ways to Celebrate PE & Sport Week in Your School … All Year Long!

SHAPE America

SHAPE America’s National Physical Education & Sport Week (May 1-7) is a celebration of the importance of physical education and sport in the lives of kids of all ages. The week also serves as the kickoff to National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. Be creative and include them in games and movement challenges.