Tag Archives: athletics

Parent Behavior in the College Athletic Recruiting Process

Posted on April 18, 2016 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!

I have seen this play out up close and personally with many college athletes in the extended family. The fact that parent behavior is becoming an issue is very concerning. The positive coaching alliance has great resources here. Positive Coaching … Continue reading →

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Youth Athletics: specializing too young?

Posted on July 28, 2014 by Kathleen McNamara Head's Up!

I grew up in a household where all four of my brothers played sports from the youngest possible ages: Pop Warner Football, Little League, Parish Basketball. But each season, a new sport emerged. The idea of specializing in just one … Continue reading →

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