Youth Sports
4 articles
Ready for Game Day? How GamePlanLab Helps Coaches Prepare
In youth baseball, the role of a coach extends far beyond the dugout. From managing rosters to ensuring fair playing time, the administrative burden can be immense. Modern coaching is increasingly influenced by new techn…
3 Reasons El Sueño Baseball Is Worth a Closer Look for Young Athletes
In the competitive landscape of youth sports, finding the right coaching can make all the difference. With baseball being the third most popular sport for young people in the USA, boasting an 18% participation rate among…
Early Single-Sport Specialization Is Hurting Young Athletes — and the Evidence Says It Isn't Even the Road to Elite Success
Intensive early specialization in a single sport before adolescence poses significant risks of overuse injuries and burnout for young athletes. Evidence suggests that multi-sport participation into mid-adolescence is a healthier path, and it does not hinder elite success.
Professional mentorship unlocks mobility and speed for young athletes
A 2023 study by the Youth Sports Institute revealed that athletes aged 10-16 receiving professional mentorship improved their agility scores by 20% over six months.