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The Liberty Mutual Responsible Sportsâ„¢ program tips of the week of August 27th.
The coaches tip of the week:
Make your playing time philosophy clear to parents before the season. If they disagree with it then, perhaps their children can play elsewhere. But if they are surprised mid-season by your approach, conflict is likely.
The parent tip of [...]
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The Liberty Mutual Responsible Sportsâ„¢ program tips of the week of August 20th.
The coaches tip of the week:
One goal should top your list: “Don’t be anyone’s last coach.” By age 13, 70% of all athletes quit organized sports. Do everything you can to keep them coming back.
The parent tip of the week:
If (and only if) [...]
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The Liberty Mutual Responsible Sportsâ„¢ program tips of the week of August 13.
The coaches tip of the week:
In competitive drills during practices, don’t punish the losing team with physical consequences. Instead, reward the winners with a special privilege or incentive.
The parent tip of the week:
After the game, see if you can listen in on the [...]
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The Liberty Mutual Responsible Sportsâ„¢ program tips of the week of July 30.
The coaches tip of the week:
Take attendance at every practice. Children are accustomed to attendance in their classroom, and it teaches them accountability. You may even have an end-of-season best attendance award.
The parent tip of the week:
Have your child set some goals for [...]
The Liberty Mutual Responsible Sportsâ„¢ program tips of the week of July 23.
The coaches tip of the week:
If you coach your own child, wear something to indicate when you are “Coach” (e.g. a team hat) and don’t wear it away from the field, when you are just “Mom” or “Dad.”
The parent tip of the [...]
