Youth Training

The Youth Basketball Handbook — Youth Basketball Drills, Skills, and Confidence for Players, Parents & Coaches From first dribble to final buzzer, this is your complete, step-by-step guide to youth basketball. Built for beginners and developing players (ages 7–14), it turns complex concepts into clear actions so kids build real skills, game IQ, and love the sport. What you’ll learn Basketball Fundamentals for Kids: Stance, footwork, ball handling, passing, shooting form, layups, rebounding, and defense—explained simply for youth players. Skill-Building Drills: Solo, partner, and ...

Competition anxiety and overthinking putting a wrench in your athlete’s chase after victory? Learn ways to help them overcome mental hurdles and embrace true potential. Struggling to find a training plan that doesn’t leave a young competitor impatient? Certain they could make it into the record books if they could just discover their edge? Wishing for a peek inside the minds of greats like LeBron James, Simone Biles, and Lionel Messi? After working with over 5,000 athletes, coach and author Andrew J Simpson has identified exactly what makes a champion tick. And now he’s here to help ...

“Effective Youth Ministry" is the ultimate resource for anyone looking to impact the next generation in a powerful and meaningful way. This book offers practical and inspiring advice for new and experienced youth leaders, providing the tools and strategies needed to build a thriving youth ministry. From understanding the needs of the youth, creating a vision, developing programming, and recruiting and training volunteers, this book covers it all. Written by experienced youth leaders, this book is an essential guide for anyone looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people....

Inspiration for the film "THE MENTAL MASTERY OF HITTING IN BASEBALL", Mind of a Superior Hitter: The Art, Science, and Philosophy takes an in-depth look into the key aspects of becoming a great hitter from a psychological, emotional and strategic perspective. The book is designed to enhance the intelligence of hitters in both baseball and softball on a level that is unprecedented. It includes quotes and advice from some of the top hitting coaches in the world, former professional players and prominent minds that have contributed to today’s leading hitting ideologies. Throughout, players ...

This book is written by Coach Chris Romano, who is a Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Detroit Tigers, as well as the father of two youth baseball players. Coach Romano decided to write this book to share his expertise with the awesome dads who volunteer to coach their kids youth baseball teams. Everyone wants to help their kids and their team to be better ball players, and a lot of youth travel teams have incorporated some type of Strength, Speed, and Conditioning work into their practices. However, most of these coaches are not experienced in the science of Strength & Conditioning, ...

Perfect for Young Athletes 8+ A Life-Changing Mental Toughness Guide That Parents, Coaches, and Kids Are Raving About! If you’re reading this, chances are you have a young athlete who struggles with game-day nerves, performance anxiety, emotional ups and downs, fear of failure, or trouble staying confident under pressure. And you’re searching for something real and something practical, that will finally help them strengthen their mind, not just their skills. That’s why this book exists. Young athletes today face more pressure than ever. They’re expected to perform like adults while ...

Introducing "The Ultimate Guide to Strength and Conditioning"! A comprehensive, power-packed eBook designed to elevate your fitness game to a whole new level. If you've ever wanted to transform your strength, stamina, and overall physique, this is the perfect resource for you! Dive into an all-encompassing 40-chapter journey that covers the A to Z of strength and conditioning, providing step-by-step methods, techniques, and secrets to unleash your true physical potential. Begin by assessing your fitness level and setting performance goals. Explore how to design a balanced workout plan while...

Inside this essential coaching blueprint, you'll discover a treasure trove of actionable strategies designed to ignite that winning fire in every player. Learn how to: Forge the bedrock of mental toughness: Implement a coach's blueprint for developing advanced cognitive appraisal, elite emotional regulation, unwavering behavioral persistence, and superior self-efficacy in your team. Cultivate an indomitable growth mindset: Equip your players to embrace challenges, learn from setbacks, and relentlessly pursue improvement. Master composure under pressure: Provide practical solutions to help ...

Now that you're older, you may not spend much time flexing in front of the mirror or trying to add inches to your vertical leap. So why bother lifting weights? The truth is that building your muscles is more important than ever at this stage of life. Muscles tend to weaken with age, and this decline can eventually rob seniors of their active, independent lifestyles. Just like muscles, bones naturally get weaker as we age. Strength training exercises put weight on bones and muscles throughout the body to maintain mobility and prevent future injuries. Strength training is a style of exercise ...

Unlock the Power of Your Mind. Take Control of Your Thoughts. Change Your Life. An empowering, teen-friendly guide inspired by the world-renowned Silva Method. Are you a teen who feels overwhelmed by stress, self-doubt, or negative thinking? Do you wish you could focus better, feel more confident, or just believe in yourself more? You're not alone—and you're not powerless. Unleash Your Mind is a clear, compassionate, and practical guide that teaches you how to use the principles of the Silva Method to manage your emotions, boost your self-esteem, and unlock your full potential. Adapted ...

🏀 Want to Shoot Like the Pros? Master Your Jump Shot and Dominate the Court! 🏀 Are you tired of inconsistent shooting and missed opportunities on the court? Whether you’re a beginner, an aspiring athlete, or a coach looking to sharpen shooting techniques, this book will revolutionize your game with proven methods and expert drills to develop a deadly accurate shot.Inside This Game-Changing Guide, You’ll Discover: ✔️ Perfect Shooting Form – Learn the correct stance, grip, and release for maximum accuracy. ✔️ Jump Shot Mastery – Develop a smooth, consistent shot that ...

"Beyond the Bases: Creating a Winning Culture in Youth Baseball and Softball" is an essential guide for coaches, parents, and sports enthusiasts dedicated to fostering a positive and effective team environment. Authored by Joey Myers, a former Division-1 college baseball player and founder of Hitting Performance Lab, this book combines practical strategies, personal insights, and scientific principles to elevate youth baseball and softball coaching. The book is structured into ten comprehensive chapters, each addressing a critical aspect of team culture and player development: Leadership ...

Outcoach With Data: The Modern Football Coach’s Secret Weapon By James Roden Data is no longer optional. It’s your new advantage. Football is changing. Championship teams aren’t just built in the weight room—they’re built in the film room, on the practice field, and inside spreadsheets. In today’s game, coaches who embrace analytics, technology, and smarter systems gain a serious edge over those who still rely on guesswork and tradition alone. Outcoach With Data is the ultimate guide for middle school, high school, and youth football coaches who want to gain that edge—without ...

Every legend has a spark. This one was forged in the storm. In a future rebuilt from ash and steel, teenagers bond with living war creatures known as Arcbeasts, beasts of fire, storm, light and shadow, created to sync with human spirals and defend the fragile peace of the world. Sixteen year old Valen Drayke has no legacy, no titles and no patience for politics. But when he’s bonded to Zephra, a rare Stormrider Arcbeast with a rebellious streak, he’s thrown into Unit Ten: an elite strike team tasked with exploring the unstable vault zones across the fractured frontier. What begins as a ...

Unleash Your Inner Champion: The Ultimate Guide to Mental Toughness for Young Athletes Do you have a budding athlete who dreams of greatness but struggles with pressure, setbacks, or self-doubt? Are you a coach or parent looking to empower young minds with the resilience of a champion? Look no further! This groundbreaking book dives deep into the mental game, revealing the secrets to unlocking peak performance and unwavering confidence in sports and life. Forget relying solely on raw talent. True success, as proven by legends like Michael Jordan, is forged in the fires of mental toughness. ...

Discover the secrets to youth soccer success with our comprehensive guide. Explore the differences between youth soccer training in the US and the rest of the world, and learn how to elevate your game. From grassroots to glory, this book examines innovative training techniques, emerging trends, and the vital role of parents and supportive environments. Delve into topics like player development, holistic well-being, technological advancements, and inclusivity. Uncover the future of youth soccer through data-driven insights and international collaborations. Don't miss this opportunity to gain...

Wilderness Survival & Compass Skills for Kids 2 Books in 1: A Step-by-Step Outdoor Guide Packed with Diagrams, How-To Instructions, and Illustrated Lessons What if your child were lost in the woods without a phone or help? Would they know how to survive or find their way home? This powerful and practical guide teaches kids exactly what to do in outdoor emergencies. Designed for beginners, it combines two essential skill sets into one exciting book with clear explanations, step-by-step lessons, and lots of helpful illustrations. Whether your child is hiking, camping, in scouts, or just loves...

Parents are pivotal in allowing kids to pursue their sporting aspirations and enjoy all the benefits that youth sports have to offer. Despite being much relied upon and expected to assume a host of different roles at various stages, the sport parent has to date been under-served with resources to help them fulfil these responsibilities. Sports Parenting was written to fill this gap and takes a deep dive to explore how parents can best support young performers, whether they aspire to reach the highest level or simply wish to enjoy the positive social, developmental and life-long health ...

Do you yearn to find the courage to embrace being disliked and standing alone for your beliefs? Are you ready to discover the strength in navigating the path less traveled? Have you ever wondered how to embrace your true self, even when it means being disliked and standing alone? Get this book now! In 'The Courage To Be Hated And Disliked,' embark on a transformative journey to understand the power of embracing your uniqueness and the courage to stand alone for your convictions. This enlightening guide explores the art of finding strength in the face of disapproval and rejection. Delve into...

Unleash a resilient mind and unstoppable game in just weeks, even if balancing sports and life feels overwhelming. Are you struggling with performance anxiety? Do you grapple with self-doubt, making you question your skills during critical moments in sports? Are you in need of resilience to bounce back from setbacks like injuries or academic pressure? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you’re in the right place. Most young athletes and their supporting parents feel this way all too often. But those challenges can be transformed into strengths with the tested techniques ...