Canadian National Coverage for the sport and being a parent of a speedy child!

Submitted by Lorrie Miller, Ph.D. on Thu, 08/20/2009 - 00:40. | comments

At the beginning of this month, mid-race season, I had the pleasure of having one of my articles accepted for publication in a National Canadian newspaper. I have received a lot of positive feedback on the article from both longboarders (down-hill skateboarders) and their parents too. I thought that readers south of the boarder that may not see this article, may be interested too.

My Son's Need for speed. Published in The Globe and Mail.

Lacrosse Has Highest Death Rate From Ill-Timed Blows To Chest

Sudden deaths due to ill-timed blows to the chest (commotio cordis) are more common in the nation's fastest growing sport, lacrosse, than in any other sport, according to a new study in the September 2009 journal, Pediatrics.

Coaches who bully

Lorrie Miller, Ph.D.

A fast summer

Submitted by Lorrie Miller, Ph.D. on Tue, 08/04/2009 - 17:04. | comments

This summer is going by rather quickly, but for my son, who now is in full race season, it is going quicker yet. He is riding so much more than during the winter season, and he seems to be pushing his skill level higher too. I haven't seen him race since the Gold Rush Challenge. The next race/ ride he goes to, he'll be with my sister--the rest of his family will be cheering him on from a distance.

Need advice about daughters coach

Head Impacts Greater Among High School Football Players

A new NATA study shows that high school football players sustain greater head accelerations after impact during play than do college-level football players - forces which can lead to concussions and serious cervical spine injuries. Teaching proper tackling technique to avoid helmet-to-helmet contact is critical, says the study's authors.

EduKick International Soccer Boarding School: A Mom's Perspective

Submitted by EduKick on Wed, 07/15/2009 - 19:39. | comments

Making the decision to send a child overseas can be tough, but as one mother found out, it could be one of the best decisions that you make.

Fran Stone made the decision to let her 15-year-old son, Jared, travel to England for six months, where he attended EduKick's half-year international soccer boarding school in Bolton, England.

Should Sports be 'Dumbed Down?'

Submitted by The Coach Pickles on Tue, 07/14/2009 - 21:24. | comments

The idea of “dumbed down” sports is a scary concept for some. It can be hard for many adults, especially coaches, to accept. The mere idea of doing so can bring their coaching into question and evoke feelings of hesitation, resistance and fear. Many are often quick to admit, “My dad never ‘dumbed down’ sports for me, and I turned out fine.” However, watch a seasoned coach try to teach a young child without “dumbing down” sports, and they fail miserably. Still, purists claim “dumbed down” sports coaching is anything but natural.

Lorrie Miller, Ph.D.

Latest Race, but I slept in

Submitted by Lorrie Miller, Ph.D. on Sat, 07/04/2009 - 14:57. | comments

"It's around 6:30 -6:45 and I left to go to the Wack Attack! I'll call you in a bit and let you know what's up.

DAD: I took 5$ from you wallet for bus fare? I'm sorry if this inconveniences you at all and so you hat to go get more money.

There is COFFEE on the Stove! (I made it just for you guys!)

I love you! TAlk to you in a bit.

- Wolf"

Soccer Scoring Tips from EduKick International Soccer Camps

Submitted by EduKick on Tue, 06/23/2009 - 16:58. | comments

"You miss 100 percent of the shots you never take." – Wayne Gretsky

Gretsky may have been a hockey player, but his quote about scoring goals is true in any sport, including soccer. A lot of students in our EduKick soccer camps and boarding schools start out with hesitation to shoot. We teach them to take advantage of every opportunity. If you never shoot, you'll never score.

Here are a few tips to help you make every shot count:

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