Motivation is anything but static, continuously coming and going. It is easy to obtain when things are going your way and ever so absent when things are not. As a coach, you are responsible for mustering not only your daily motivation but assisting your athletes with theirs as well. What makes this particularly difficult is that most individuals are motivated...

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Jumping is incredibly important for the success of both volleyball attackers and defensive volleyball players. Volleyball hitters need to jump high to carry out a successful attack hit. Volleyball blockers need to jump high to resist the opposite team's attacks. Attacking and defending positions also need to be good at reacting to jump and shuffle quickly. Jump training needs to...

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There is no doubt that to improve one’s performance in the pool. Whether it is powering through laps or perfecting flips off the diving board, you need to practice in the water. This is where an athlete can improve their skill, technique, and mastery. While time in the pool is critical and must be balanced with strength and conditioning on...

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[youtube video="SCYANbr4BGk" /]Tyrese and Bailey recap player standouts from the Reese’s Senior Bowl and who increased their draft stock. How the NBA standings look as there is less than 20 game left in the regular season. Plus, a preview of the Super Bowl and what the X-factor will be for both teams. Super Bowl predictions included. There is a disagreement!...

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On this episode of our interview series, Bailey is joined by senior guard Lauren Heard of TCU Women’s basketball. Bailey asks Lauren about how she started playing basketball, what the season has looked like through a pandemic, and how her TCU legacy has impacted her game. Lauren is in the top-10 all-time in scoring at TCU and is 5th in...

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It's crazy to think that most of us have been in this "work from home" mode for almost a year now. For even those that have gone back to work (or never left), most are likely still finding themselves working from home or being home more often. This can be both good and bad for our eating habits. Food is...

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COVID and quarantining have taken a toll on everyone in many different ways this year. Many adults have made their homes into workspaces and classrooms for their children all at the same time. Not only can this lead to stress and chaos for all party's involved, but it can also take a toll on children's activity level, nutrition, and social...

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The effects of COVID and the pandemic were tough on athletes. They suffered shortened seasons, quarantines, and reduced social interaction. The decrease in practice, games, and extracurricular training all lead to detraining. Detraining itself is inconsequential unless an athlete plans to resume activity. The shortened pre-seasons, inability to physically prepare, and reduced training leave athletes unprepared. Young athletes are resilient...

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When your child takes part in a team sport, they learn many valuable lessons that they will carry throughout their lives. In addition to these lessons, they will help them develop behaviors that they can take with them into adulthood and the workplace. Youth sports help children define their work ethic, shape their social skills, and develop their attitude toward...

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The backyard is a frequently overlooked location to improve the baseball skills of all ages of athletes. It doesn’t require much equipment, and expensive batting cage rental, an organized team practice, and only requires a few minutes each day to help a baseball player improve. This article will cover some drills you can do in the backyard to better make...

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