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Strong Starts: How Sports Shape Character from the First Practice
At 12th Rock, we believe that youth sports are about so much more than just winning games or earning medals, they’re about shaping who young people become. When a child joins a sports team, they’re not just learning how to play basketball, soccer, or rugby, they’re learning how to show up, try hard, work with…
Read MoreHow to Avoid Burnout in Youth Athletes
As spring sports pick up, many young athletes are transitioning from winter training into more demanding schedules packed with games, practices, and tournaments. While enthusiasm for the new season is high, the increased activity can also raise the risk of burnout. Burnout in youth athletes isn’t just about feeling tired, it can lead to mental,…
Read MoreFinishing Strong
Written by Steve Hoernig, 12th Rock Volunteer & Missions Coordinator A good start isn’t enough, finishing strong is as important as starting strong When my son was in high school, he ran cross-country. When he began a race, he would start out slow and pace himself with everyone, but we noticed that when the leaders…
Read MoreStorms in life are inevitable
Written by Mark Jaloszynski , 12th Rock Vice-President Storms in life are inevitable. They can come from all different directions. Finances, relationships, politics, natural disasters, sickness and so much more. Sometimes you can see them coming, but most of the time they sneak up on you out of seemingly nowhere. So, preparation is paramount to weather…
Read MoreBuilding Character Through Sports: How Basketball Teaches Teamwork On and Off the Court
Youth sports are much more than an opportunity to stay active; they are a powerful tool for teaching essential life skills such as leadership, resilience, and teamwork. While these lessons may seem like secondary benefits, they are integral to the development of young individuals and help shape their personalities and capabilities beyond sports. The game…
Read MoreHow to Keep Kids Active and Healthy During the Winter Months
As winter sets in and the temperatures drop, it can become more challenging to keep kids active and engaged. The cold weather often leads to more time indoors, and without the right activities, children may become sedentary, which can have negative effects on their physical health. However, staying active during the winter months is essential…
Read MorePreparing for Your First Cross Country Meet: What Parents and Kids Should Know
If your child is gearing up for their first cross country meet, it’s an exciting milestone but can come with its own set of nerves and questions…
Read MoreMoving On: Life After College Athletics
No one prepares you for the fall that comes after your final college athletic competition. One day you’re checking into your dorm for the first time on an unfamiliar campus, surrounded by strangers and saying goodbye to your family for possibly the first time…
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Read MoreA Reflection on 8 Years as a Competitive Cross Country Runner
The Chronicles of Narnia begins with 4 siblings playing a game of hide and seek in a large mansion. The youngest, Lucy, decides to hide in an old wardrobe; but unbeknownst to her, this wardrobe is the entrance to a whole new world, where she encounters a kind fawn, a horrible white witch, and Aslan, the good lion who created Narnia…
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