Mon.Jun 05, 2023

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Review of Promoting Elementary School Physical Activity

Human Kinetics

By Laurie P. Whitsel, Ph.D, FAHA, National Vice President-Policy Research and Translation of the American Heart Association [ Promoting Elementary School Physical Activity ] provides specific, evidence-based resources for teachers and administrators to create a transformational, physically-active school environment that is essential for student learning and health and well-being.

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Mickey Thomas: Stabbings, Jail Time & Dealing in Counterfeit Money

The Sporting

The Crazy True Story of Former Man United Footballer Mickey Thomas This rising star played for the biggest clubs in the country while winning silverware and achieving promotions for his boyhood club. However, he stopped playing professionally after going to jail - and he was regularly in the tabloids for all the wrong reasons. But what really happened to Mickey Thomas?

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Answering WHY? When Your Child Asks

RC Families

Answering why can be a tedious part of parenting. When our kids are little, we often say NO without explaining why because we know they would not understand our reasoning. As they get a little older, they may become upset and ask, “Why can’t I do this–or have that?” Children ask a lot of questions.

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#010 Redefining success in player development

Player Development Project

Reader,​​ Over the years at PDP we’ve often talked about ‘redefining success’ in player development. For me, there are a multitude of factors which define success in youth football, but three that stand out are…​ Enjoyment and connection - keeping players in the game Developing a learning culture to help players to maximise their potential Supporting individuals within a team context​​ However, one of the things I see constantly is an emphasis from adults purely on the scoreboard.

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Reimagine the Role of PE to Reconnect With Your Students

Speaker: Jeremy Kellem, M.Ed. - Educational Strategist, Former Athlete, and CEO/Founder of W.I.N. (We Impact Now, LLC)

For many students, physical education is critical to becoming active and developing healthy routines. But how is this possible anymore with the repercussions of the pandemic? Years of COVID-19, social distancing, and virtual learning have all had a profound effect on students, which means educators need to adjust their classes accordingly. The good news is that P.E. can still play a vital role in helping students intellectually, emotionally, physically, and socially.

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Differentiated Learning Strategies in Physical Education

PLT4M

Differentiated learning strategies are becoming increasingly important in physical education. Differentiated learning strategies are those which allow for individualized instruction and learning that is tailored to the specific needs of each student. By using differentiated learning strategies, physical education teachers can create an environment more conducive to learning, allowing each student to reach their full potential.

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SSG Defend to Counter-Attack

Player Development Project

This practice is designed to support player understanding of how to organise defensively in order to quickly attack in transition. Quick Navigation About the Video Additional Information Practice Overview Interpreting the Diagrams Diagrams Objectives Organisation Observations & Interventions About the Video In the video below, Dave will talk you through the structure of the practice, various outcomes and how you can adapt it for your players.

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