Raising an Athlete: How to Instill Confidence, Build Skills and Inspire a Love of Sport

Jack Perconte

ISBN 10: 0979356229 / ISBN 13: 9780979356223

Edité par Second Base Publishing, 2009

Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. N° de réf. du vendeur 00093698102

Synopsis :

Through real-life examples and time-tested advice, this guide provides parents and coaches insights into how to deal with the challenges and pitfalls that arise as children progress in sports. From handling the inevitable tears and frustrations and honing the appropriate message for varying age ranges and skill levels to recognizing the real performance enhancers and how to keep burnout at bay, this handbook emphasizes integrity, hard work, and practice as well as the importance of teamwork, sportsmanship, and leadership in players. Advice on using humor to relieve stress, overcoming adversity, and how to handle troublesome coaches is also included.

À propos de l?auteur: Jack Perconte was a professional baseball player for 12 years who played for the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Cleveland Indians, the Seattle Mariners, and the Chicago White Sox. He has taught baseball and softball for over 20 years, most recently at his sports academy in Naperville, Illinois. He lives in Lisle, Illinois.

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Raising an Athlete: How to Instill ...
Éditeur : Second Base Publishing
Date d'édition : 2009
Reliure : Couverture souple
Illustrateur : Bobby Delaney
Etat : Very Good