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A new era for scoreboards

Seems like scoreboards in gyms haven’t changed in 30 years. Old-school scoreboards are expensive & break often and just a tabletop version can cost $300.

I have recently connected with David from PCscoreboards.com to learn more about their system. I’ve downloaded the software and tested it on my Windows7 computer. Super easy to install and operator. You get a simple control screen and a display screen. Simple.

Its time to take your scoreboard to the next level and transform your TV or Projector in to a beautiful custom scoreboard. PCscoreboards.com has a brilliant system for any budget and gym. Check out the details on their website. And if you use promo code “tourneybuddy” YOU save 10% on your order.

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18 Lessons learned from 27 years of youth sports parenting

Take it from Larry Stone, who has learned a few lessons over 27 years of youth sports parenting:

“There are a few tricky or annoying aspects of your offspring’s sports participation, but mostly, you’re going to want to savor it before it goes by in an instant.”

Larry explains in his article that as his 27 years of sports-parenting comes to a close…

“That realization was kind of emotional, I’ll admit. We’ve already been dealing with the empty-nest syndrome. Now I guess it’s time to ponder the empty-bleacher life.

Naturally, I’ve been reflecting about the good times and the bad as a youth-sports parent (and fortunately, we had far more of the former). I thought I’d present some of the lessons I’ve learned over the years – some of them the hard way.” Continue reading “18 Lessons learned from 27 years of youth sports parenting”

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How do Coaches Balance Their WHY with the Demands of the Youth Sports Culture?

Coaches, we have all been there. We have laid out our philosophy and values, our policies regarding playing time, positions, and more, and all of a sudden a few results do not go our way. A few parents start to grumble. They wonder why we play the “bad” kids so much. They wonder if we could just cut a few kids and add some more “good” ones. Continue reading “How do Coaches Balance Their WHY with the Demands of the Youth Sports Culture?”

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Don’t Try to Be Better Than Someone Else; Try to Be the Very Best You Can Be

Great article from www.thewoodeneffect.com

Never try to be better than someone else, but always be learning from others. Never cease trying to be the best you can be. One is under your control; the other isn’t.
John Wooden
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John Wooden: Never Mistake Activity for Achievement

Coach John Wooden’s most insightful model to discuss his idea is the methodology he used to prepare, execute and improve his practices. He was not satisfied with simply having achievement in each activity, but rather he sought to maximize achievement without stifling initiative.

  • Proper Execution of the Plan
  • Attention to Detail
  • Maximize use of time
  • Post-Practice Analysis
Never mistake activity for achievement.
John Wooden

Read more at: https://www.thewoodeneffect.com/activity-achievement/

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NY-Metropolitan AAU club celebrates 25 years of success

WOODBURY, N.Y. (October 18, 2017)  – Longtime AAU basketball club, Long Island Lightning and its, founder Jim Fox, celebrated 25 years of providing basketball opportunities to the girls and boys of …

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Accountability in Youth Basketball

“It’s not my fault!”

As coaches and parents we hear this a lot. Most often blamed on the ref … but accountability is essential to growth as a person.

PGC Basketball will help your student-athlete strengthen their character. Check out the camps to register soon.

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Best Basketball Camp in America?

My son attended PGC in 2017 and he loved it.

PGC Basketball provides intense, no-nonsense basketball training for players and coaches. Our basketball camps are designed to teach players of all positions to think the game and to be leaders on and off the court. Find a course that’s right for you and sign up risk free with our 200% money-back guarantee.

Check it out – https://pgcbasketball.com/best-basketball-camp-in-america