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Mental Preparation

Monthly Training Tips: Speed & Agility Focus Month for Youth Athletes

By Greg Jaloszynski | April 24, 2026
Youth athletes performing speed and agility drills, including sprint starts and ladder footwork exercises, during training at 12th Rock.

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.

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The Throws Events Explained: Discus, Hammer, Javelin, and Shot Put

By Greg Jaloszynski | April 10, 2026
Track and field throwing implements, including a discus, hammer, javelin, and shot put, arranged to represent the four major throwing events.

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.

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Coach’s Corner: Building Mental Toughness in Youth 

By Greg Jaloszynski | February 20, 2026
Coach guiding youth athletes through volleyball, throws, and archery drills at 12th Rock.

Discover how 12th Rock coaches build resilience, focus, and confidence in youth athletes through volleyball, throws, and archery.

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Culture of Excellence Playbook: 7 Home Micro‑Habits for Youth Athletes

By Greg Jaloszynski | February 6, 2026
Youth athletes practicing soccer, rugby, volleyball, throws, and archery drills at home.

Turn 12th Rock’s Culture of Excellence into daily micro‑habits athletes can practice at home, across soccer, rugby, volleyball, throws, and archery.

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Coach’s Corner: The Science of Recovery: Why Rest Makes Better Athletes

By Greg Jaloszynski | January 23, 2026
Youth athlete stretching after practice, symbolizing recovery and balance at 12th Rock.

Discover how proper rest, sleep, and recovery strategies help 12th Rock athletes perform at their best.

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Coach’s Corner: Reflecting on Growth and Setting Goals for the New Year

By Greg Jaloszynski | December 26, 2025
Coach talking with young athletes in a huddle, symbolizing teamwork, reflection, and new year goal-setting at 12th Rock.

In this month’s Coach’s Corner, 12th Rock reflects on 2025’s highlights and shares actionable goal-setting tips for youth athletes to start the new year strong.

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The Power of Gratitude in Sports

By Greg Jaloszynski | December 12, 2025
12th Rock being grateful for every athlete and coach’s hard work during the year.

Explore how gratitude builds stronger, more resilient youth athletes. 12th Rock shares how parents, coaches, and donors create a culture of appreciation through sports.

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Coach’s Corner: Tips to Stay Active This Winter

By Greg Jaloszynski | November 28, 2025
Coach guiding young athletes during indoor training, symbolizing winter fitness and year-round activity at 12th Rock.

12th Rock coaches share practical tips for youth athletes to stay active, motivated, and healthy during the winter months.

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Coach’s Corner: Your Questions, Answered

By Greg Jaloszynski | October 24, 2025
Illustration of a youth sports coach guiding children in different athletic activities, symbolizing teamwork, fitness, and mentorship for 12th Rock’s Coach’s Corner blog.

In this month’s Coach’s Corner, 12th Rock coaches answer common questions about training, motivation, and injury prevention for youth athletes.

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Balancing School, Sports, and Life: Time Management Tips for Youth Athletes

By Greg Jaloszynski | October 10, 2025
Student-athlete sitting at a desk with books and a planner, balancing schoolwork and sports equipment like a soccer ball and track shoes, symbolizing time management and healthy routines.

Discover effective time management tips to help youth athletes balance school, sports, and life. Learn strategies to avoid burnout and build healthy routines.

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