In our work we often cite the fantastic work done by Amanda J. Visek, PhD and her team around what exactly makes…
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Toward Understanding Youth Athletes’ Fun Priorities: An Investigation of Sex, Age, and Levels of Play
by Gordon MacLelland 15th April 2020Fun is the primary determinant of youth athletes’ continued sport participation thus, from early childhood through adolescence, positive and fun sport experiences…
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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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ArticlesCreating a positive environmentKeeping it in perspectiveLevel of InvolvementMotivating childrenParent Zone
Why do you play kid?
by Gordon MacLelland 22nd February 2020You need to login to view this content. Please Login. Not a Member? Join Us
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Fun – this is why I play the game!
by Gordon MacLelland 2nd July 2019You need to login to view this content. Please Login. Not a Member? Join Us
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BlogsCreating a positive environmentMotivating children
Going straight to the consumer – is this the way forward?
by Gordon MacLelland 8th April 2019Recently British Columbia Soccer bypassed parents and coaches to ask their players about why they participated in their soccer program and for…
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Creating a positive environmentMotivating children
What makes sport fun for your children?
by Gordon MacLelland 20th December 2018This fantastic infographic based on the work done on fun determinants by Amanda Visek shows what makes the sporting experience fun for…
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Playing with friends or winning – which is most important to the children?
by Gordon MacLelland 18th May 2018As adults it is only human for us to want our children to win when it comes to their sports matches. Perhaps…
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Parents – What are you looking for in a good sports club for your children?
by Gordon MacLelland 10th April 2018We have looked at what makes an effective coach, what makes a good coaching session and are now going to look at…
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BlogsCreating a positive environment
Can children’s sport be fun and competitive?
by Gordon MacLelland 4th April 2018Thank you to our friends John O’Sullivan and Coach Reed Maltbie at the ‘Changing the Game Project’ for allowing us to publish…
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