Picture the first morning of a major youth sports tryout. The sun is just coming up, the check-in desk is buzzing with nervous energy, and hundreds of athletes are streaming onto the field, the court, or the ice. Within minutes, … Read More
Author Archives: Zach Crouse
How to Run a Lacrosse Tryout: Tips for Coaches Who Want to Get It Right
Running a lacrosse tryout is one of the most important things a coach does all year. The players you select shape your season, your team culture, and your program’s trajectory. But too many tryouts are run on gut instinct, informal … Read More
The Coaching Dilemma: Delivering Exceptional Player Feedback Without Losing Your Free Time
At the very core of youth sports is a singular, driving motivation: development. Every coach steps onto the field, the court, or the ice with the profound desire to help young athletes grow. The most rewarding part of coaching is … Read More
Is Year-Round Training Right for your Youth Sports Athletes
Ask a young athlete how many sports he or she plays, and the answer is more often becoming “one.” Youth athletes are rising through the ranks during a time where specialization is becoming more common. This is when athletes are … Read More
Wimbledon 2026: Dates, Key Players, and Storylines to Watch
The grass courts of the All England Club are alive again. Wimbledon 2026 is officially underway, and this year’s edition might be the most unpredictable, and compelling, in recent memory. Serena Williams is back. Novak Djokovic is chasing history. The … Read More
2026 NHL Draft: Date, Time, Location, & Top Prospects to Watch
The 2026 NHL Draft is finally here. One of hockey’s most anticipated annual events, this year’s draft brings elite prospects, blockbuster trade possibilities, and a landmark No. 1 pick to western New York. Whether you’re a die-hard fan, a coach … Read More
How to Use Outside Evaluators at Lacrosse Tryouts (And Why It Matters)
There’s an uncomfortable truth about youth lacrosse tryouts in tight-knit communities: the coaches running them already know most of the families in the room. They’ve coached siblings, chatted at tournaments, and watched certain kids develop for years. That history isn’t … Read More
6 Common Tryout Mistakes Coaches Make (And How to Fix Them)
Running a fair, effective tryout is harder than it looks. Most coaches put in the time — the cones, the clipboards, the long days — but still walk away with evaluation data they can’t fully trust. The problem usually isn’t … Read More
Youth Sports Dads: What Coaches Wish You Knew About Tryouts
You know the drive. The parking lot nerves. The way your kid goes quiet on the way to the rink or the field. You’ve been practicing with them in the backyard for weeks. You’ve watched every rep. You know what … Read More
2026 NBA Draft Preview: Top Picks, Key Storylines, and Everything You Need to Know
The 2026 NBA Draft is almost here — and by all accounts, it’s shaping up to be one of the most talent-rich classes in years. From a loaded top four to a fascinating lottery twist and a modern evaluation debate … Read More