How Do You Become A Great Youth Athlete?
There are many facets to becoming a great youth athlete and the thinking part of the game is as important as the physical side of the game. Learn what defines a great youth athlete in all areas and work on becoming one. Step 1 Train in a manner that’s appropriate for a youth your age. Remember that overextending your body while you’re still growing can do damage that will give you trouble in the future. Familiarize yourself with proper form for your sport and realize that you won’t be able to do some of the things that adult athletes do until your body fully matures. Step 2 Keep yourself in good physical shape, even in the off-season. You’ll be that much further ahead when the season starts than others who spent the off-season on the couch. Even when you are off, you need to practice consistently to stay ahead of the game. Step 3 Learn about good sportsmanship. As an athlete, you need to be able to both win and lose gracefully. Taunting the losing team, or refusing to congratulate the
As a youth athlete, you have many responsibilities and duties: to yourself, to your parents, your teammates, coaches, opponents and referees. These responsibilities should be communicated from the coach to you and your parents before the season gets under way and once it is started. • Treat your teammates and opponents with respect and dignity, because they will do the same for you. • Obey all team and league rules at all times they are there for a reason. • Give your full attention when being instructed on skills, drills and techniques because they will help you become a better player. • Participate in practices and games with a clear mind, and control over your emotions because they can get the better of you. • Discourage teammates and opponents from breaking the rules. • Avoid acting aggressively or in a self-destructing manner. • Compliment your teammates and opponents on their good performances. Practice! Practice! Practice!
