The Process
This article is shared by Player Development Project What is success in youth development? UEFA A licensed academy coach Dan Wright discusses his philosophy of what success looks like when a coach...
Five questions sport parents should ask themselves at the start of every season
With the start of another sports season just around the corner, it’s a great time for parents to equip themselves with the skills and knowledge that will provide their child...
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Are we writing them off too early?
In this series of Balance is Better articles, Sport NZ explores the myths surrounding youth sport and the shift in thinking needed to halt declining participation levels in kiwi teens. ...
Teaching athletes about winning it all
This article is republished with permission from iCoachKids How do champions behave and train? What sets apart the best from the rest? How can coaches help athletes learn these behaviours?...
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Q&A: What are some different communication strategies I can use with my players?
This video is shared by Player Development Project In this Player Development Project Q&A, UEFA A licensed football coaches, Dave Wright & Dan Wright discuss communication and intervention styles with...
The big win is seeing their skills develop
Winning gives us a huge buzz, but it’s important to think about what winning actually is. In sport, winning is a lot more than just what’s on the scoreboard. Sport...
#itsmymove – encouraging young women to move their way
It’s been more than three years since Government launched its Strategy for Women and Girls in Sport and Recreation, and since Sport NZ responded with 24 commitments. Over three years,...
Dribbling Football: How a child-centred approach led Belgian youth football from 11v11 to 2v2
This article is republished with permission from iCoachKids. One size doesn’t fit all: not in training sessions, not in matches, and not in the personal profile of coaches. To solve...
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Keep up with the play: the case for taking youth sport less seriously
Sport NZ and five of the largest participation sports in New Zealand – Rugby, Cricket, Football, Netball and Hockey – have launched a major public awareness campaign calling for enablers...