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Gordon MacLelland

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Shall I shout anything?

by Gordon MacLelland 13th July 2018

The noise from the whistle by the official signals the start of the game, with young players eager to impress both sides…
Articles Motivating children Parent Zone
Is your child a potential leader?

by Gordon MacLelland 7th July 2018

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Articles Creating a positive environment Motivating children Parent Zone
The problem with making excuses for our sporting children!

by Gordon MacLelland 28th June 2018

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Putting competition, development and winning in its rightful place!

by Gordon MacLelland 25th June 2018

I need to make one thing perfectly clear here as I do at all of our presentations to clubs, coaches and parents…
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Is your child athlete getting the right amount of sleep?

by Gordon MacLelland 19th June 2018

The benefits of good sleep come into particular focus for athletes. Post-exercise recovery with extra sleep accelerates the building of muscle, strength,…
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Helping prevent injury in young athletes

by Gordon MacLelland 14th June 2018

Undoubtedly being injured is one of the most frustrating times for children and for parents. However, there are some things that we…
Articles Creating a positive environment Finding the right sport and coaching Long term athletic development Parent Zone
Should your child play up an age group?

by Gordon MacLelland 8th June 2018

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Anti-Doping – Supporting your child

by Gordon MacLelland 8th June 2018

Achieving success in sport is a long and challenging journey filled with many highs and lows. Parents can be a great support…
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Eating curveballs for breakfast – Gordon MacLelland joins Stacie Mahoe

by Gordon MacLelland 7th June 2018

I enjoyed hearing Gordon’s perspective on being a sports parent, the experience that sparked the development of the Working with Parents in…
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Loris Karius – The one thing all parents and coaches should know

by Gordon MacLelland 1st June 2018

The 2018 UEFA Champions League Final will be remembered for two things. Gareth Bale’s amazing, instinctive overhead kick, and the mistakes by…