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ECO D IN YOUTH SPORTS with Nick Smallridge (1 of 2)

Coach Your Brains Out

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Balancing Play and Practice in Youth Sports

This chapter explores the essential relationship between play and deliberate practice in youth sports, underlining the benefits of incorporating enjoyment into training. It discusses how increased playtime can enhance decision-making skills while also emphasizing the need for structured practice as athletes mature. The speakers advocate for a coaching approach that balances fun and fundamental learning, promoting a game-like training environment to foster engagement and skill development.

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