Setting the Stage: 5 Pre-Game Activities to Boost Sportsmanship Although some pre-game traditions have come under scrutiny in recent years, there is still no better time to set the tone for good sportsmanship in youth sports than in the minutes before a kick off, tip off, or first pitch. The challenge, however, is to make…
Ask the Expert: How to Talk to Young Athletes When Their Role Model Falls from Grace with Dr. Roberta Kraus, Ph.D. Elite athletes are a source of inspiration and adulation for many young athletes, and elite athletes generally have some great traits and habits for young people to emulate. They set ambitious goals, commit to…
17,000 Referees Reveal The Real Problem With Sportsmanship in Youth Sports Sportsmanship is one of the values adults hope children learn from youth sports, but new data suggests the kids might understand sportsmanship better than the adults. According to a 2017 survey of more than 17,000 referees, parents and coaches cause the majority of problems…