by Jack Perconte | Jan 14, 2020 | Philosophy
Sports baseball coaching tip of the day Here is how times have changed. Years ago, 85% of the kids I worked with could accept being told they were not doing things correct and had to work harder to get to where they wanted to be. Now, 85% of the kids can’t accept...
by Jack Perconte | Jan 13, 2020 | Philosophy
Self Evaluation leads to Remarkability You cannot change the past, but you must learn from it if you want to have a chance to be a remarkable coach. What is remarkable? Being remembered in a positive way by the people you can influence, both players and their...
by Jack Perconte | Dec 16, 2019 | Coaches Corner, Strategies
Necessary Coaching Training Tips I have heard this statement many times over the years, “He/she (the coach) is an idiot.” This sentiment usually comes from a disgruntled player or parent when the coach does not meet their expectations. I never like it when anyone is...
by Jack Perconte | Dec 9, 2019 | Coaches Corner, Philosophy
Performance Coaching Secrets However, youth coaches must be careful when watching advanced level sport coaches. Professional and college coaches often display behavior that is for adult athletes. These coaches often scream, swear, and use negativity to coach and...
by Jack Perconte | Nov 24, 2019 | Parenting Tips, Raising an Athlete
Difficulties with Parents Coaching their Children Parents coaching their children will have many sleepless nights, but if done right, many memorable and meaningful ones too. Having owned a baseball academy for many years, I have noticed many common, baseball parenting...
