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Who are the people behind Future Stars? Meet Charlie VanDercook

Posted by Jordan Snider on Feb 9, 2017 5:00:55 AM

We are excited to bring you inspiring interviews with some of our key family members! To kick off our interview series, we’re talking to the patriarch of it all, Co-founder Charlie VanDercook.

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Topics: coaching, tennis, Views, camp history, interview

Parent or Coach? What Happens When You’re Both?

Posted by Jordan Snider on Feb 2, 2017 5:00:44 AM

Parental involvement is key at every level. At school. Obviously, at home. And, when it comes to sports, too. But, what happens when you move from the sidelines and onto the field? That’s right – you’re the coach and a parent at the same time. Not only are you rooting for your child, but you have a whole team of children to help, too. Understanding how this balancing act plays out on the field, and at home is all part of being both parent and coach.

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Topics: coaching, parents, success, team, Views

The How-To’s of Team Bonding

Posted by Jordan Snider on Jan 19, 2017 5:00:27 AM

ten There’s no “I” in team. Right? Whether you’re a parent, a coach or a player, building a bond between team members is absolutely essential. Not only does team bonding foster good sportsmanship, but it also helps the players to develop their social skills. Along with these benefits, bonding brings the team together and helps them to act as a unit – instead of as individual players who happen to be on the same field or court. So, how can you help the team bond? Check out these ways for bringing the group together and creating that much-needed sense of unity.

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Topics: coaching, team, Views, bonding

Communication is Key: The Parent-Coach Relationship

Posted by Jordan Snider on Dec 29, 2016 5:00:01 AM

Your schedule is filled with parent-teacher conferences, and your inbox is packed with classroom newsletter emails. You’ve got the school thing covered when it comes to constant communication. But, what about your child’s coach? The parent-coach relationship is crucial to your child’s success. Understanding the what’s, when’s and why’s of communicating is the first step in developing this all-important relationship.

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Topics: coaching, parents, success, Views

Managing Heightened Emotions at Game Time

Posted by Jordan Snider on Dec 22, 2016 5:00:16 AM

Everyone in the stands knows Danielle is one of the best basketball guards among all middle schools in the region. The desire within Danielle to be the best in hoops may also have jumped over into the young girl’s overall attitude. At first, her parents paid little attention to the occasional verbal outburst at officials and other players on her team.  However, the outward examples of her frustration are increasing and more noticeable to her coach, teammates and fans. What can be done to address a situation such as Danielle’s?

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Topics: coaching, Views, emotions, parenting, sportsmanship

Welcoming New Teammates

Posted by Jordan Snider on Nov 17, 2016 5:00:10 AM

Roger has been on the same basketball team for five years. In that time, he has made several friends and has even attended the same school as most of his teammates. Roger’s comfortable situation is about to change. His father’s promotion at work requires the family to move to another city. Amongst other things, a family's relocation has immediate impact on a child’s athletic life.

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Topics: coaching, parents, team, Views, leadership, sportsmanship

Communicating with the Coach

Posted by Jordan Snider on Jul 7, 2015 6:35:46 PM

The coach isn’t just some person who stands in front of the kids barking orders. Children’s sports coaches are multi-talented leaders who are there to help their team succeed, teach the rules of the game, impart good sportsmanship and be supportive. That said, coaches aren’t perfect – and neither are you or your child. There will be times when you have to bring up a touchy subject or strike up a not-so-pleasant conversation. Knowing how to effectively communicate with the coach is a must-do for every parent of a young athlete.

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Topics: coaching, Views

Keeping Sports Kid-Friendly

Posted by Jordan Snider on Jun 28, 2015 8:57:19 AM

Unless your young child is on their way to the Olympics, sports should be more about fun and learning than the serious stuff! You’ve seen the parents on the sideline of the soccer field screaming “Go! Go! Go! Get that ball. Get that other kid out of the way!” And, that’s at a preschool game. Then there are the high-profile cases that the media picks up on (like the hockey dad who shattered the glass barrier). Instead of shouting, screaming, and throwing tantrums to get your child at the top of their game, try the opposite. Keeping sports kid-friendly is a must-do when introducing athletics to young children. How can you help to keep the fun up and nix the training tirades?

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Topics: coaching, team, Views

Helping a Shy Child Feel Comfortable On the Field

Posted by Jordan Snider on Jun 17, 2015 5:54:39 PM

543-8Playing a sport might not require the same audacious personality that getting dramatic on the stage does, but for a child it can be just as scary. While sports build confidence and self-esteem, starting out with a shy or hesitant temperament is a hurdle for the child, parents, teammates and coaches. Does this mean that a shy child shouldn’t get active with athletics? Of course not! Parents and coaches can help a slow-to-warm-up child feel comfortable on the field with some careful planning and kind words.

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Topics: coaching, Views

Successful Coaches Also Mentor Athletes

Posted by Jordan Snider on May 8, 2015 9:45:17 AM

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Topics: coaching, Views

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