Redefining Mental Toughness for Girls: Coaching with Strength and Smarts

Redefining Mental Toughness for Girls: Coaching with Strength and Smarts

Redefining Mental Toughness for Girls: Coaching with Strength and SmartsJulie Hatfield-Still

Redefining mental toughness for girls in sport—why the old model is breaking them down, and how coaches can build true resilience across every stage of development.

Why Every Great Coach Assesses Their Athletes- Beyond the Scoreboard & Stats

Why Every Great Coach Assesses Their Athletes- Beyond the Scoreboard & Stats

Why Every Great Coach Assesses Their Athletes- Beyond the Scoreboard & Stats Julie Hatfield-Still

Discover why assessing more than just performance stats matters—learn how to track athleticism, habits, and growth in middle and high school athletes to coach with greater impact and intention.

The Rhythm Every Coach Should Implement (But Most Don’t)

The Rhythm Every Coach Should Implement (But Most Don’t)

The Rhythm Every Coach Should Implement (But Most Don’t)Julie Hatfield-Still

Most coaches learn—but few have a rhythm for implementation. This post outlines a simple weekly, monthly, and quarterly structure to help coaches grow with purpose and consistency.

Stop Hiring Coaches Just Because They Played the Sport: What to Look for Instead at Every Level

Stop Hiring Coaches Just Because They Played the Sport: What to Look for Instead at Every Level

Stop Hiring Coaches Just Because They Played the Sport: What to Look for Instead at Every LevelJulie Hatfield-Still

Hiring a coach? Being good at the game isn’t enough. Learn what truly matters when hiring coaches for youth sports—especially when working with female athletes.

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