Parenting the next Sophie Pascoe or Liam Malone
Blasting onto the world stage at the 2016 Rio Paralympics, Liam Malone took New Zealand sport by storm. A relative unknown, he excelled at the highest level and became a...
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How do I help develop a physically mature young player?
This video is shared by Player Development Project The question this week comes from David, via the Player Development Project Facebook Page: “How can I help develop a physically mature...
Tips for coaching in a digital world
The Covid-19 pandemic has brought coaches into lockdown. For many, being able to coach, let alone remaining connected with their athletes, has been a new challenge. It may be a...
Webinar replay: Principles of training design
Create quality trainings for athlete learning, development and performance In this webinar replay, we hear from youth sport experts, Dave Wright and Dan Cooke, on effective session design in team...
Wellbeing in changing times
The following article, which was written after the initial postponement of the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games, has been shared with permission from High Performance Sport New Zealand. We think there...
Sweat, graft and toil
An ode to youth sport. Celebrating the unique ways in which youth sport contribute to young people’s lives. Ah, youth sport! A world of boundless energy, raw talent, and unbridled...
Strength Training for Young Women: The Benefits for Female Athletes
When most people think of strength training, they imagine bulky men lifting heavy weights in a smelly gym. However, strength training is not just for guys – it can be...
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Coaching with empathy, communicating with purpose
This article is shared by Player Development Project Are you conscious of the language you use with your players? Do you understand the difference between praise and affirmation? Professor Stephen...
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Webinar replay: Athlete traps and parenting hacks
How can parents help their young athlete navigate the challenges and pitfalls of sport? In the face of growing pressure for adolescent athletes to train harder, perform better and achieve...