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How much is too much when it comes to youth sport?

How much is too much when it comes to youth sport?

How to coach with a Balance is Better philosophy

How to coach with a Balance is Better philosophy

Balance is Better Principles Poster

Balance is Better Principles Poster

Creating a positive parent culture

Creating a positive parent culture

Unpacking the Balance is Better principles

Unpacking the Balance is Better principles

Running good trials and selections

Running good trials and selections

Balanced Female Health

Balanced Female Health

Balanced development: Kane Williamson and Sophie Devine share their stories

Sophie Devine and Kane Williamson share their experiences on growing up playing multiple sports and how it’s shaped them into the people and athletes that they are today.

Sophie Devine and Kane Williamson are both celebrated as superstars of New Zealand cricket, currently captaining their respective national teams, the White Ferns and the Black Caps.

How did they get to where they are now?

In the video below, Kane and Sophie discuss their youth sport experiences and what factors contributed to the successes they have had to date.

Read More:

Q&A: An evening with Kane Williamson by Sport Bay of Plenty 
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