Be Nice, You Rancid Little Punk!

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The impatient father of a young perfectionist finds “Do as I say, not as I do,” is easier said than done.

3 Things We Can Learn From U7 Basketball

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Parents and coaches have invaluable opportunities to teach and apply real-life lessons within the fun of organized sports. Unfortunately, many of us miss out on the opportunity.

Batter Up

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My girlfriend’s 15 year old kid had played a year of Little League and hadn’t picked up a bat or glove since. This was an opportunity for us to bond, but the odds were stacked against us.

Unconquered

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Jeff Swain defines ‘unconquered,’ with some help from his friends: William Ernest ‘Captain of My Soul’ Henley and Tom Petty.

Outside the Cage

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Cameron Conaway fights envy when his friend Charlie Brenneman finds victory in the UFC.

Connect Four

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Connect with the ones you love, every chance you can.

Up Shit Creek

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Chuck Ross knows what it’s like to be in over your head.

Losing a Game You Didn’t Play In

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Last night, as I watched Rashard Mendenhall hump his quarterback, every potentially crucial play of the game and of the season ran through my mind.

Boise, Cathreen, and a Circuit Board of Dreams

Matt Salesses on winning, losing, fighting, and making up.