by Mark Gola | Jun 18, 2023 | Youth Sports
Nothing lasts forever and enjoying the experiences of my daughter, Kailee, playing soccer has been a pleasure. As she’s grown and matured, it’s become even more special. In no particular order, here is what I’ll miss most. I’ll miss going to the soccer...
by Mark Gola | Feb 17, 2020 | Collegiate Athletics, Scholastic Sports, Youth Sports
It’s that time of year for youth baseball and softball players. While February ushers in spring training for major leaguers, youth players gather at indoor batting cages for instruction. Preseason hitting lessons are very common for youth and high school...
by Mark Gola | Jan 4, 2020 | Youth Sports
With the dawn of 2020, the sun sets on another decade. Looking back at our sports culture over the past 10 years, there have been both improvements and setbacks. One topic that drew its share of controversy, and continues to be debated, has been the matter of keeping...
by Mark Gola | Dec 11, 2019 | Youth Sports
Watching your kid(s) play sports is a privilege, but when it comes to providing feedback, it can become a source of contention. Many kids resist listening to their parent’s advice about sports. Even though we’ve watched them since day one, know their tendencies, and...
by Mark Gola | Nov 6, 2019 | Youth Sports
When my daughter was six, a man approached me following her rec soccer game. He had a form and asked if she was registered for travel soccer. I said, “No,” and indicated that I didn’t feel she was ready. He followed up with, “I just watched her play and she’s ready....
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