What is the Right Balance of Winning & Losing?
In the last article, we talked about how parents sometimes hold their kids back from challenges — and how that can affect their confidence to do hard things. But
Who Do You Want Your Child to Become Because of Wrestling? – Part 1
Not what medals they’ll win. Not what their record will be. Who are they becoming in the process? For most kids, wrestling will make up a small percentage of
Are You a Crazy Wrestling Parent?
"Crazy wrestling dad" "Crazy wrestling mom" These are terms others have used to describe fanatical parents. (Not me...I would never call anyone crazy) As we near the end of
Why we get so emotional at wrestling matches (and what to do about it)
It’s Sunday. The Falcons are on (or insert your team here). It’s a big game. Expectations are high. The team is driving for the game-winning touchdown. The quarterback drops
The Next Point Mentality: The Life Skill Wrestling Teaches Our Kids (and us)
In wrestling, there are no timeouts. No time to feel sorry for yourself. No time to replay what just happened. No time to panic about how far behind you are.
The “Secret” to Wrestling Success
As a parent and a coach, the process of being an elite wrestler used to mystify me. What do these NCAA and Olympic champions do that the others aren't? What
Tips for Navigating the College Wrestling Recruiting Process
College wrestling recruiting can be overwhelming for parents and wrestlers. I just went through the process myself so here are some tips.
Simple Goal Setting & Action Plan Framework for Wrestlers
One of my wrestlers (a 6th grader) came into practice yesterday, two days after not placing in the state tournament, hungrier than ever. He wasn't satisfied with his results
Book Excerpts – How to Succeed (and Fail) as a Wrestling Parent
Introduction I’ve seen the nervousness before the whistle blows, the emotional rollercoaster during close matches, the disappointment of losing, and the immense pride of big wins. I’ve seen parents
The Importance of Competing in Wrestling
Competing is a critical step in the developmental process. That’s what wrestling is all about. This is not a sport like Taekwondo where progress is based on the teacher deciding
