by Stephen Quillens | Jan 19, 2025 | Athlete Wellness, Parenting, Parenting Tips, Sportsmanship, Team Building, Uncategorized, Youth Sports
Welcome to Underdawg’s Voice, where we shine a light on the transformative power of sports and the journey of underdogs. Whether you’re a young athlete, a supportive parent, or a dedicated coach, today we’re diving into a critical question: How do youth...
by Stephen Quillens | Jan 11, 2025 | Athlete Wellness, coaching tips, Parenting, Parenting Tips, Sports, Sportsmanship, Team Building, Youth Sports
When it comes to youth sports, one common question keeps coming up: Why do kids switch teams so often? As a coach and mentor, I’ve seen this happen repeatedly. Whether it’s frustration from parents, dissatisfaction from kids, or simply a desire for something...
by Stephen Quillens | Sep 30, 2024 | Athlete Wellness, Coaching Strategies, Parenting, Parenting Tips, Sports, Sportsmanship, Youth Sports
Sportsmanship transforms the game and plays a vital role in the world of competitive sports. Beyond winning or losing, it promotes values like respect, fairness, and cooperation, shaping athletes and teams for long-term success. In this blog, we explore how embracing...
by Stephen Quillens | Sep 4, 2024 | Coaching Strategies, Parenting, Parenting Tips, Sports, Sportsmanship, Youth Sports
Entitlement in sports is becoming an increasingly toxic mindset. It’s the belief that just being good at what you do entitles you to special treatment, accolades, and a free pass on the hard work that builds true success. This attitude is creeping into locker rooms,...
by Stephen Quillens | Jul 12, 2024 | Parenting, Parenting Tips, Sports, Sportsmanship, Team Building
Cultivating team spirit and sportsmanship in youth sports is crucial for your child’s development as both an athlete and an individual. This guide provides essential tips for parents to help their children embrace these values and enjoy a positive sports...
by Stephen Quillens | Jun 27, 2024 | Athlete Wellness, Coaching Strategies, Parenting, Parenting Tips, Sports, Sportsmanship
The Benefits of Non-Competitive Sports While competition can be exciting, non-competitive sports offer unique benefits for young athletes. In this blog post, we’ll explore The Benefits of Non-Competitive Sports and how they contribute to a child’s physical and mental...
