Posts by Greg Jaloszynski
Bullseye Basics: Archery Techniques Every Young Athlete Should Know
Discover beginner-friendly archery techniques, training tips, and fun facts to help young athletes improve focus, accuracy, and confidence in the sport of archery.
Read MoreFrom Practice to Game Day: How Young Athletes Can Prepare Like Pros
Table of Contents Introduction Game day is where preparation meets opportunity. But strong performances don’t just happen during competition, they are built through the habits athletes develop before, during, and after the game. For young athletes, having a simple and consistent routine can improve confidence, reduce nerves, and lead to better performance. This guide breaks…
Read MoreMonthly Training Tips: Strength Without Burnout: Training Tips for Young Athletes
Discover how young athletes can safely build strength by focusing on form, bodyweight training, core stability, and proper recovery.
Read MoreMonthly Training Tips: Speed & Agility Focus Month for Youth Athletes
Improve your child’s speed, quickness, and agility with actionable training tips from 12th Rock. Learn safe drills, acceleration techniques, and recovery strategies to boost athletic performance.
Read MoreThe Throws Events Explained: Discus, Hammer, Javelin, and Shot Put
Learn the differences between discus, hammer, javelin, and shot put, including key technique basics, training focus areas, and what makes each throw unique, with trusted biomechanics and coaching references.
Read MoreOne Tired Mom
Joining 12th Rock Rugby changed everything.
Read MoreMessiah University Missions Team Runs Community Sports Night
Written by Kristin Arroyo | Content & Communications Coordinator What does joy sound like? If you ask 10 people, you’ll probably get 10 different answers. But last Thursday night for two hours in Port Jervis, NY, joy was bouncing balls, squeaky sneakers, excited high-fives, and the playful shouts of children. In partnership with Tri-State Christian…
Read MoreFrom Scrum to Success: Leadership Lessons in Rugby
Discover how rugby scrums teach trust, discipline, communication, and collective responsibility. Learn leadership lessons athletes can carry beyond the pitch with 12th Rock’s Culture of Excellence.
Read MoreBuilding Speed Safely: Sprint Drills for Youth Athletes
Learn age‑appropriate sprint drills that help youth athletes build speed safely. Discover warm‑ups, mechanics, recovery tips, and parent guidance to support healthy track and field development.
Read MoreCoach’s Corner: Building Mental Toughness in Youth
Discover how 12th Rock coaches build resilience, focus, and confidence in youth athletes through volleyball, throws, and archery.
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