Sports Parents: Support, Don't Take Over

Building Confidence in Young Athletes1 by Lisa E. Cohn

Mar 16, 202200:25:22Education

What are the habits of supportive sports parents? Sharkie Zartman, a college professor, UCLA and USA national team volleyball athlete, author, coach and radio host explains how to best support young athletes.

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