Yogi Berra, who lived until 2015, provided a compass for his kids and grandkids in sports and sportsmanship and so many other values.
Author: Stephen Borelli, USA TODAY
Former NBA player Jerome Williams says young athletes should market themselves early
“Sixth grade is when we tell kids to start getting going,” says Jerome Williams, who played for Georgetown and went on to the NBA.
Cyberbullying in youth sports: How former cheerleader overcame abuse in social media age
Maddie Gardner became a celebrity as a cheerleader in high school. She also endured the early stages of what’s now known as cyberbullying.
10 tips for keeping youth sports fun – for parents and kids alike; take it from a batboy
Billy Pinckney sought out pros to uncover these tips athletes and their parents can take to heart. They might even keep you from quitting the team.
15 inspirational ‘Ted Lasso’ quotes for youth sports coaches
Just like Jason Sudeikis’ character in Ted Lasso, you don’t have to be an expert in the sport you’re coaching. You just need to have an open mind.
What Kirk Cousins’ episode of ‘Quarterback’ can teach us about parenting athletes
Vikings QB Kirk Cousins, wife Julie. and two sons take center stage in an episode of the Netflix docuseries “Quarterback.”
When can teenagers start lifting weights? What about a personal trainer and coach?
Coach Steve has found that moderate strength training can start early in life. If you see maturity in your child, you can even try a personal trainer.
Keys to help young baseball players realize their MLB draft dreams (and dreams along way)
With the MLB draft in full swing, Coach Steve offers up some tips on what youth and high school baseball players can do to stand out.
How to view winning and fun when it comes to youth sports
The latest Ask Coach Steve column looks at winning and the path you take toward it in youth sports. The journey should include having fun.
Q&A: Olympian Shannon Miller on gymnastics journey, cancer battle, being a sports parent
Olympic gold medalist Shannon Miller discussed her gymnastics journey, her battle with cancer and what it’s like for her now being a sports parent.