{"product_id":"coaching-kids-for-dummies-isbn-9780764551970","title":"Coaching Kids For Dummies","description":"What could be easier or more fun than coaching youth sports? How complicated could it be—it’s all fun and games, right? Unfortunately, coaching kids isn’t that simple. If you’ve ever watched a youth league game, you know that all sorts of pressures, worries, concerns, and emotions come into play when your kid is out on the field. In fact, it’s not unusual to witness at least one ugly incident at a game where a coach or parent has gotten out of control. The good news is, as a coach, you can guarantee that kids have fun, get the physical and psychological boost they need, and want to play on your team next year. And now this book shows you how.  \u003cp\u003eWritten by a nationally recognized sports-parenting expert, coach, and author who is also a former professional baseball player, \u003ci\u003eCoaching Kids For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e shows you step by step how to make sports a positive experience for kids of all ages. Packed with practical advice for coaches and parents, it shows you how to:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHelp kids select the best sports for them\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommunicate effectively with your young athletes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeal with losses and wins\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide encouragement without pushing too hard\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMotivate kids and boost performance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFoster good sportsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrevent sports burnout\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHandle irate parents\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEvaluate travel teams\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eNo matter what your prior experience with youth league sports—even if you weren’t in one yourself as a kid—\u003ci\u003eCoaching Kids For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e coaches you in all the essentials. Topics you’ll explore include:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhat every parent should know about youth sports, including the right age to get them started, how leagues work, and what your kid and you can expect\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBasic coaching tasks and responsibilities, such as pregame preparation, practice sessions, team meetings with kids and parents, and more\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommunication and motivational skills every coach needs to develop\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoaching challenges, including scheduling, hostile parents, dealing with injuries, and coaching your own kids\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eLoaded with tested-in-the-trenches strategies for helping kids get the most out of sports, \u003ci\u003eCoaching Kids For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is every youth league coach’s survival guide.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout This Book 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFoolish Assumptions 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow This Book Is Organized 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePart I: A Parent’s Primer 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePart II: Coaching Tasks 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePart III: Motivation and the Mental Game 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePart IV: Coaching Challenges 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePart V: The Part of Tens 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendixes 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIcons Used in This Book 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhere to Go from Here 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I: A Parent’s Primer 7\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1: An Introduction to Sports Parenting 9\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Started 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSoccer Moms Register Here! 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBack When I Was a Kid 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFondly remembering the old days 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping in mind how you started out 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering your child’s abilities 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAchieving parental balance 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat Kids Want 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e From their coaches 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e From their parents 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2: Determining the Right Age to Begin Sports 23\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Early Years: Ages 1 to 3 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Learning Phase: Ages 4 to 8 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe two keys: patience and praise 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeaching the ultimate lesson in sports 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeaching kids how to have fun 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoping with parental expectations 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“But I don’t want to play!” 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“I don’t want to get hurt” 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBoys and girls playing together? 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFlashes of Athletic Brilliance: Ages 9 to 12 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe beginnings of fair play 34\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWho teaches sportsmanship? 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnforcing a sense of sportsmanship 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcquiring a sense of commitment 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeveloping discipline 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYoung, Independent Athletes: Ages 13 and Older 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Playing Up” a Gifted Athlete 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3: Dealing with Your Child’s (And Your Own) Disappointments 43\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen Personal Goals Aren’t Met 44\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAvoiding the PGA (post-game analysis) 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOffering a praise sandwich 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking off the disappointment 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen Your Child Behaves Badly 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen the Future Doesn’t Appear to Hold Promise 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen the Athlete Wants to Quit 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4: Evaluating the Pros and Cons of Travel Teams 55\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAre Travel Teams Really Necessary? 56\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with Disappointment at Tryouts 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowing What to Ask a Travel Team Coach 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping It Fun — Even at a Competitive Level 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking at Travel Teams and Burnout 60\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Myth of “Staying Ahead of the Curve” 62\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5: Understanding the Differences between Individual and Team Sports 63\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHelping Your Child After an Individual Loss 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with an “Alibi Ike” 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReinforcing that they can only do their best 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“But I’ll never beat that other player!” 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEncouraging Sportsmanship in Individual Play 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding the Right Coach for Your Individual Athlete 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoaching Your Own Child in Individual Sports 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II: Coaching Tasks 71\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6: Outlining Your Responsibilities As a Youth Coach 73\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThinking about Volunteering as a Coach 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting the green light from your child 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining whether you have the proper temperament 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding the time 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHead Coach or Assistant Coach? 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFocusing on Your Top Priority As a Coach 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther coaching priorities to consider 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHaving fun 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRemembering That Young Athletes Are Not Professional Athletes 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat the Kids Want from You 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat the Parents Want from You 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7: Setting Up for the Season 85\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“But I’ve Never Coached Before!” 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLearning the Rules of the Game — and of the League! 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScheduling the All-Important First Team Meeting 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking with Your Assistant Coach(es) 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8: Preparing and Conducting Practices 95\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing in Advance 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Kids to Manage Their Time 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoaching by Walking Around 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeveloping a Sense of Spontaneity 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAddressing Disciplinary Problems during Practice 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting the tone 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrafting a code of conduct 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat is an appropriate punishment? 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing your coaching “common sense” 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with a Child Who’s a Chronic Discipline Problem 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing and Handling Typical Excuses 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9: Coaching during a Game or Meet 107\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Ready for a Game or Meet 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking some key phone calls 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandling inclement weather 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing your scoresheet 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining your starting lineup 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Last-Minute Pregame Preparations 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoaching during a Game 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGive praise, praise, and more praise to the kids 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAct in a sportsmanlike manner 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Post-Game Wrap-Up 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III: Motivation and the Mental Game 119\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10: Motivating Today’s Young Athletes 121\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Motivating” by Yelling — Why It Doesn’t Work 122\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow the best coaches motivate 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSo why don’t more coaches use the quiet approach? 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow to Talk to Young Athletes Today 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpeaking at their level — not down to them 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTreating kids with respect 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRemembering that there’s no “I” in team 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing good performances to discuss criticisms 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHelping young athletes when they’re disappointed 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEncouraging a team that’s always losing 130\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMotivating an individual young athlete 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11: Teaching the Basics of Good Sportsmanship 135\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Potential Impact of the Youth Coach 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining What Constitutes Good Sportsmanship 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGood sportsmanship begins with you 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e. . . and teach the parents well, too 139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnforcing Good Sportsmanship with the Kids 139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart IV: Coaching Challenges 141\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12: Handling Tough Situations with Your Team 143\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Classic Types of Parents 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe flatterer 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe know-it-all 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe dingbat 145\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe loud-mouth 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe comparer 147\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing the Classic Types of Challenging Kids 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe whiner 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe egocentric superstar 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe non-talker 150\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe short-attention-span athlete 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with A Moody Team 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13: Coping with Kids’ Sports Injuries 155\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Basics: What You Need to Know 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGauging your reaction 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChecking the first-aid kit 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping a cell phone on hand 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResponding when kids want to return to action too quickly 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHaving a Medical Professional on the Sidelines 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Equipment a Priority 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAddressing Special Needs of Certain Kids 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14: Coaching Your Own Child 161\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding Out What Your Child Wants 161\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunicating with Your Child 162\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing Prepared for a Presumption of Favoritism 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWatching Your Words Carefully — with All Kids! 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Politics of All-Star Teams 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15: Dealing with the Stresses of the Job 169\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCongratulations, Coach — You’re the Topic of\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSaturday Night Conversations! 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking effectively with unhappy parents 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAvoiding the cold, honest truth 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCalling an emergency team meeting 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eListening to Your “Coaching Partner” — Your Spouse 175\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGiving Yourself a Job Evaluation 176\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePresenting Final Words of Praise 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart V: The Part of Tens 179\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16: Ten Things Every Parent Should Know 181\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGive Your Child Some Space 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGive Your Child’s Coach Some Space, Too 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBe There To Watch Your Child Compete 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePraise Your Child 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExpose Your Kids To a Variety of Sports 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLet Them Develop Their Own Passion 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGo Easy Down Memory Lane 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBe Careful About Applying Pressure 185\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRemember That It’s Their Childhood, Not Yours 185\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLet Them Dream 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17: Ten Great Coaching Tips 187\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBe Sensitive to Every Child’s Needs 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGet the Kids to Believe in Themselves 188\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDon’t Let Noisy Parents Get out of Control 188\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCooperate with Officials 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBe Careful When Trying Reverse Psychology on a Child 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForget the Knute Rockne Pep Talks 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeep in Mind That Motivation Still Comes from within the Child 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBe More Than Fair — Be a Good Coach 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRemember That the Younger the Kids,\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ethe Less Important the Score 192\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen in Doubt, Stand Back and Enjoy! 192\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 18: Ten (Actually, 20) Brief Tips for Becoming a Great Coach 195\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGive Your Team Positive Experiences 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOrganize a Pre-Season Team Meeting 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnow Your Team’s Special Medical Needs 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEducate Yourself about the Sport 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermine Your Coaching Style 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSet Realistic Expectations for the Kids 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBe Sure Your Team Has the Proper Equipment 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOrganize Your Practice Sessions to Be Quick-Paced 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePut Your Assistant Coaches to Work during Practices and Games 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRemember That Parents Come to Games to\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWatch Their Own Kids Play 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeep a Detailed Scoresheet 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUse the Best Motivational Technique: Praise! 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunicate, Communicate, Communicate 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeach Sportsmanship 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMotivate by Walking Around 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUse Common Sense When Faced with Injuries 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAvoid a Post-Game Analysis at All Costs! 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGive Upset Parents a Chance to Speak Their Peace 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRemember That Travel Teams Can Also Mean Rejection 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeep in Mind That Kids in Individual Sports\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHave Unique Pressures 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix A: Youth Sports Organizations 201\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMulti-Sport Organizations 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBaseball and Softball Organizations 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBasketball Organizations 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFootball Organizations 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGolf Organizations 206\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHockey Organizations 206\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSoccer Organizations 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSwimming Organizations 208\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTennis Organizations 208\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrack and Field Organizations 208\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoaching Resources on the Web 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix B: The Coach’s Resource Kit 211\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTo Coach or Not to Coach 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDevelopmental Phases of Young Athletes 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAges 1 to 3 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAges 4 to 8 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAges 9 to 12 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAges 13 and older 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParent Meeting Checksheet 216\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFirst-Practice Checksheet 217\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlayer Information Card 218\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRoster 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScoresheet 220\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBill of Rights for Young Athletes 222\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBill of Rights for Coaches of Young Athletes 222\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 223\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBook Registration Information Back of Book\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRick Wolff,\u003c\/b\u003e a nationally recognized sports-parenting expert, coach, and author, who is also a former professional baseball player, currently hosts a popular sports-parenting program on WFAN radio.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePacked with practical advice for coaches and parents\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe easy way to motivate kids and boost performance\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow do you get kids started in sports? Or provide encouragement without pushing too hard? Or instill a sense of sportsmanship? 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