by Stephen Quillens | Jul 22, 2025 | Athlete Wellness, Coaching Strategies, coaching tips, Parenting, Parenting Tips, Sports, Youth Sports
By Coach Que Let’s be real—mental training for youth athletes is the missing piece. Every weekend I see it:A kid crosses up a cone Monday through Friday… but folds the second a coach yells at them.They got a trainer, they got a mixtape, they got new shoes—But they...
by Stephen Quillens | Mar 30, 2025 | Athlete Wellness, Coaching Strategies, coaching tips, Parenting, Sports, Youth Sports
Girls’ Basketball is rising. Walk into any gym today and you’ll see it—girls are hooping harder than ever. The energy is real. From AAU tournaments to packed high school gyms to nationally televised college games, the momentum behind girls’ basketball is...
by Stephen Quillens | Jan 5, 2025 | Athlete Wellness, Coaching Strategies, Parenting, Parenting Tips, Sports, Youth Sports
Happy New Year, Underdawgs! The start of 2025 is the perfect time to reset, refocus, and crush your goals. For parents and athletes, it’s about more than just sports—it’s about balancing your game on the court with your growth at home and school. In this blog, we’ll...
by Stephen Quillens | Dec 8, 2024 | Athlete Wellness, Coaching Strategies, Sports, Youth Sports
Training for youth basketball coaches is the cornerstone of effective player development. Beyond teaching dribbling, shooting, and defense, trained coaches help young athletes grow as players and individuals. They instill discipline, teamwork, and a lifelong love for...
by Stephen Quillens | Dec 1, 2024 | Coaching Strategies, Sports, Team Building, Youth Sports
Introduction:The New Town Titans Girls basketball season is officially underway, and with it comes a mix of excitement, challenges, and opportunities. As the varsity girls’ basketball coach, I’ve always believed that the start of a high school basketball season...
by Stephen Quillens | Nov 3, 2024 | Athlete Wellness, Coaching Strategies, Parenting, Parenting Tips, Sports, Youth Sports
Mental strength for young athletes is vital if they are aiming to succeed. Beyond physical ability, mental toughness enables athletes to stay motivated, handle stress, and overcome challenges. In this blog, we’ll explore how young athletes can develop mental strength...
