Parents
A parent guide to child growth and development in sport
In this guide we discuss the key considerations relating to children’s growth and development that may influence their sport experience. This guide...
Balance is Better Philosophy
Coaches
What does quality look like for young people?
How do you know what quality looks like when it comes to sport? In this article, we unpack what quality means in...
Balance is Better Philosophy
Eight ways your organisation can take a participant-centred approach to delivering sport for young people
“Participant-centred” — you’ve probably heard the term thrown around. But what does it really mean? In this article, we outline tactics and...
Sport Leaders & Administrators
Meeting the Needs Of All Your Participants: Six Ways to Understand Them Better
Young people are THE key stakeholders in youth sports, and gathering their input and feedback is crucial for the success of any...
Parents
How do I support my child to maintain a love of sport, regardless of ability?
In this article we respond to the following question submitted to the Balance is Better team – Help, my boy is not as...
Coaches
Skill Development for All
All young people should be offered participation and skill development opportunities. In this article, Sport Development Consultant, Hamish Rogers, discusses why and...