I cannot find a way or justify talking about parents in a sporting academy without discussing how they are part of dynamic…
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BlogsCreating a positive environmentLevel of InvolvementMotivating children
How to make the most of coaching your own children
by Gordon MacLelland 15th July 2020A large number of parents become their child’s sports coach at some point in time, some through choice and some who simply…
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I am sure in many houses around the world excitement is mounting as restrictions are lifted and some sports under new conditions…
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BlogsCreating a positive environmentDevicesSmart phones/devices
Helping your sporting children manage boredom and the temptations of the online world in uncertain and unfamiliar times
by Patrick Foster 30th April 2020These are unprecedented times for everyone, and the world is facing a period of uncertainty and disruption. Challenging times brings the opportunity…
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Top 10 Sporting autobiographies and documentaries for parents, coaches and athletes
by Gordon MacLelland 24th April 2020Every week on a Friday we try to play our very small part in keeping the WWPIS and sporting communities connected. This…
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Sporting books and films for coaches, parents and athletes during the lockdown
by Gordon MacLelland 3rd April 2020Every week on a Friday we try to play our very small part in keeping the WWPIS and sporting communities connected. This…
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BlogsCreating a positive environmentMotivating childrenTaking the Knocks
Supporting our young people during the crisis – a heartfelt message to all parents
by Gordon MacLelland 22nd March 2020Undoubtedly the events around the world are having a huge impact on us all and as I write this heartfelt piece today,…
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We are delighted to have the thoughts and views of Stuart Lancaster here on the WWPIS blog around sports parenting. Stuart is…
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BlogsLong term athletic developmentMaturation- Early v Late Developers
It’s a long road…..
by Phil Kearney 9th March 2020The Developing Youth Track and Field Athletes Project started with a conversation with a parent. His 11 year old daughter had recently…
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BlogsCreating a positive environmentRelationship with CoachResearch
Help put your parents in the right place – a better approach
by Dan Cottrell 5th February 2020Dr Camilla Knight and her research team at Swansea University have been looking into the ways that parents interact with their children…
