Let Them Play
This article is shared by Player Development Project Play is a fundamental human right for children. It is even recognised in article 31 of the UN Convention of Rights of the...
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The Principles of Player Development
This video is shared by Player Development Project In this interview, Player Development Project Editor, Dave Wright speaks New Zealand U17 Football Coach, Jose Manuel Figueira on his guiding principles...
When Will Youth Sports Actually Serve the Needs of Youth?
This article is shared by Player Development Project Youth sport is often dominated by an adult lens. Founder of Changing the Game Project, John O’Sullivan shares his excellent article about his...
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Back to the Future: Steve Hansen on Leadership
Steve Hansen shares his thoughts on leadership, and what does leadership mean for coaches. **This is video is part of a six-part video series, featuring Steve Hansen talking about leadership throughout...
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Thanks Coach
What motivates people to be a coach? The video below outlines a few of the valuable reasons we need to ensure we respect and value our coaches across codes around...
Controlling Sport Performance
This article is shared by Player Development Project Momentum is a huge element in all sport. Dr. Martin Turner of the Smarter Thinking Project investigates how can players take charge of their own...
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Back to the Future: Steve Hansen on Alignment
Steve Hansen shares his thoughts on the importance of creating alignment in your environment, and some ideas on how to do that. **This is video is part of a six-part video series,...
140 Character Coaching
This article is shared by Player Development Project TEDx Speaker & Founder of Raising Excellence, Reed Maltbie delivers 10 practical steps on coach communication in the age of millennials who have grown up...
A Focus on Fun
Fun should be at the forefront of kids sport. In this article, Simon Walters & Chris Whatman share a range of evidence to reinforce of the importance of children’s enjoyment...
