We are Evidence-based.
We ensure that all information provided has a strong theoretical basis grounded in the most up-to-date scientific research in various fields relating to player development (e.g., sport and performance psychology, motor skill acquisition, strength & conditioning, etc.).
If you would like to delve deeper into some of the topics you read about, we provide all primary sources at the end of each blog article and for each podcast episode.
Players
Parents
Coaches
As coaches, we are the facilitator of the youth sport experience. From the training sessions we design and run to the way we communicate with those we coach, we have a profound impact on player outcomes, such as performance development, character development, and enjoyment. We will outline principles for coaches to help maximize the likelihood of individual success within the sport.
Technical Leadership
Youth athlete outcomes are largely dependent upon how we, as adults, manage their experience. Technical leaders within an organization are at the forefront of the design, management, and delivery of experiences for players, parents, and coaches. We will provide insight as to which experiences lead to positive outcomes for sporting organizations.
Blog & Video Library
We provide academic-style articles, complete with all of the jargon and details for deep reading and a thorough understanding of all of the complexities of player development.
We also provide simplified articles and videos, breaking down complex topics and covering the most important pieces of the player development puzzle in a simple and easy-to-understand manner.
Podcast
Don't want to read? No problem.
We also host a podcast, where we interview some of the top professionals in fields related to player development, as well as provide readings of articles from our blog.