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Activities to Help You Exercise With Your Kids It’s ALWAYS good to stay active.  Teaching kids at a young age the importance of exercise is a great way to help them stay healthy for life.  My kids go with me to the gym weekly and when we discuss why I need to exercise, it’s NEVER …

Coaches, do you want a smooth, successful and productive start to your upcoming youth sports season? The key lies in your organization BEFORE the season begins. For more than 15 years I have been coaching basketball, baseball, soccer, track, and volleyball for children from preschool to junior high and I have found these simple tips …

paren Have you ever wanted a special t-shirt to show off your kid’s team or support them by wearing their number to a game?  Cute and customized t-shirts can cost up to $25 (sometimes even more).  What you might not realize it that making your own custom DIY bleach shirt is simple and cost effective. …

Youth drills, session plans, lesson plans and practices for 3 Players all to be found on our channel.

A volley in tennis is a shot in which the ball is struck before it bounces on the ground. Generally a player hits a volley while standing near the net. fv

Kids’ Tennis Lessons are designed to give children the opportunity to try tennis in a safe, supportive setting.

Everybody Is It # 3 Print/Download This Drill Basic Information Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) Number of Players: 5+ Difficulty: Easy Time: 5-10 min. Emphasis: Dribbling, Passing Field Preparation: each player with a ball grid (15yds x 20yds) cones to mark off area Description: players attempt to pass their ball against another player’s ball to …

When it comes to tennis doubles, strategy and communication are key. Here are tips and drills on how to develop a partnership that takes you to the next level.

Parent Sportsmanship TIps

I don’t think I can count the number of hours I have sat on the sidelines watching my boys play sports. In all that time, I can honestly say I have seen some of the craziest behavior. Oh, and I don’t mean from the players, I mean from the parents. I am sure many of …

The tennis drills for kids 10 and under are designed to teach the fundamentals of tennis in a fun way.

Touchline Passing # 1 Soccer drills and games here are designed to develop proper passing skills. The training exercise is recommended for groups between U10 and U18. Print/Download This Drill Basic Information Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult) Number of Players: 8+ Difficulty: Easy Time: 10-15 min. Emphasis: Passing Field Preparation: half the team with a …

In this section we demonstrate a few volley drills that surely better your student’s volley game.

Stopwatch Print/Download This Drill Basic Information Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult) Number of Players: 6+ Difficulty: Easy-Medium Time: 15-25 min. Emphasis: Dribbling Field Preparation: 4 teams 2 mini goals cones to mark off area pinnies Description: 2 teams scrimmage inside playing area other 2 teams go over obstacle course 2-3 times (1-8 see graphic) scrimmage …

Father's Day Gift Guide

We are super excited about our Father’s Day Gift Guide and Giveaway!  This is our “Top 10 Father’s Day List” loaded with things our husbands love and think your guys will love them too! 1. UNDER ARMOUR MEMBER’S BOUNCE POLO SHIRT We love this polo!  It’s prefect for guys of all ages and of all interests! …

If you’re just getting started with coaching tennis, Drills For Juniors can be a great way to develop the basics, proper technique, better consistency, increase confidence and speed up learning.

 Father’s Day is coming up in June and we have a fun craft for any dad who is a sports fan!!  This fun koozie can be made with pretty much any type of ball, but we chose to make it using a football. The supplies you will need for this DIY sports koozie are:  ball, …

The overhead is one of the least practiced shots in tennis. Tennis smash tips help players learn good technique.

Smiling teenagers in photo for after school program

Are your pre-teens and teens anxious to earn extra cash while gaining athletic experience? I know for my 13-year-old, umpiring baseball is very motivating for him to get off the couch and do something constructive. Besides baby-sitting, dog-sitting and yard work, pre-teens don’t have a lot of opportunities to make money. Finding a sports-related job …

Once beginners master the simple drop shot, this is a great game for kids tennis player because it’s not only a great warm up, it also emphasizes touch and soft hands.

Not many players favor the serve-and-volley style in the modern game but it remains a very effective weapon for any player.​

For a tennis volley with winning precision and placement, follow these tips and drills on how to hit a volley that secures match point.

free online concussion training

Earlier this week we shared with you the importance of having your kids take a baseline test. The test is used as a reference in case a situation arises in which your child could have possibly endured a concussion. Of course, everyone is aware of what concussions are and we *think* we would be able …

Tricks and Turns # 2 Individual soccer drills are designed to improve players skills in areas such as dribbling and protecting the ball which all soccer players need to have. Print/Download This Drill Basic Information Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) Number of Players: 8+ Difficulty: Easy-Medium Time: 10-15 min. Emphasis: Dribbling, Ball Control Field Preparation: …

Corridor Game Print/Download This Drill Basic Information Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) Number of Players: 8+ Difficulty: Easy-Medium Time: 10-15 min. Emphasis: Dribbling, Passing Field Preparation: 2 teams each player with a ball grid (20yds x 30yds) cones to mark off area good supply of balls for continuous play Description: dribblers attempt to get from side …

Practice tennis volley drills that can build a player’s net game and skill to win a point when the occasion arises.