The saying goes, “Comparison is the thief of joy.” But what if we could turn that phrase on its head and use comparison as a powerful tool for your athlete? Athletes have constant access to social media, so comparison is natural. Instead of fighting it, we can help athletes manage their expectations and use comparison […]
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Snack Charcuterie Recipe Card
When your player needs something quick and easy to make – without the cooking- the athlete charcuterie comes in handy. Try out our recipe card to put the nutritious pieces together. The surprising part is that you will likely have all of these items on hand. Feel free to modify and fit into what you […]
Tips on Helping Your Player Advocate
A player recently approached me and asked if we could talk about moving up to a higher-level team. I was impressed that they had the courage to initiate a conversation about something important to them. They were respectful, thoughtful, and willing to listen. That player advocated for themselves. They identified something they wanted and had […]
Getting Through Preseason in One Piece
It is that time of year when the grass smells like field hockey. This time of year feels like New Year’s, a time for renewal. It is definitely one of my favorite seasons. As a coach, I get super excited to buy new dry-erase markers (fun fact – these do not last and my players […]
3 Steps to Survive Tryouts!
It is that time of the year again: tryouts! It is a stressful day or two, but you can do a lot to help your athlete get through it. STEP 1: Be Prepared This includes making sure your athlete has their equipment ready to go, has eaten a well-balanced diet, and has what they need […]
Why Play Indoor Field Hockey?
What is different about indoor field hockey? Check out this great STX blog post and find out why some of the top indoor players in the world love it. And what is not to love??? You play small-sided, it is super fast, you have to work as a team, and there are a lot of […]
5 Leadership Lessons I Learned Playing Sports
We won the national championship! That was one of the best days of my life, but now, as we all look back, it wasn’t that one win that made the moment great; it was the journey. There were so many leadership lessons learned on and off the field hockey field that helped drive everyone to […]
Easy Overnight Oats Recipe Card
No surprise to some of our players, but we are loving the ease and flexibility of overnight oats. 1 part oats, 1 part milk, then add fruit, nuts, nut butter, honey, – basically your choice. Customize it your way. For more posts, click here. About Amy Masters Amy Masters is a sports mom, coach, and […]
Funny Things Asked If You Play Field Hockey
Things that you have been asked if you play field hockey. Literally have been asked all of these questions the past 90 days! Do you have Left-handed sticks? – There are no left-handed sticks, but fun fact: I have coached against players/teams that have had a left-handed player use the regular stick mainly on their […]
History of Field Hockey
Well, don’t say that I didn’t give you this article. Great scoop from the NY Times on the history of field hockey….did you know that it is one of the oldest sports around? Click here to access the article. Enjoy!