Talent vs Training: Are You BORN An Athlete Or Can You TRAIN To Become One?
Is athletic success contingent upon our genetic predisposition? Or is training and discipline the true differentiator of skill and mastery?
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Coaches
Sport Psychology – Inside the Mind of Champion Athletes
Being a successful competitive athlete takes more than just skill, it also requires a great deal of mental fortitude and
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Youth Sports as a Development Zone
No matter our role in the sport of baton twirling — athlete, coach, judge, official, parent, etc. — we must
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Updates from WBTF
WBTF recently published new clarifications and changes to International Cup content restrictions. If you (or an athlete that you are
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What To Do About Ethics
Scenario #1: You’ve been hired to judge a local contest, you’ve checked the conflicts and don’t have any groups you
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Mindfulness and the Growth Mindset
No matter your role in the sport of baton twirling, approaching your tasks with a growth mindset is critical to
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Elements of Choreography
Choreography is part of the sport of baton twirling. Coaches (and judges) need to delve into the components of choreography
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How to Convince Your Students That Flashy Tricks Must Be Balanced With Solid Technique
As coaches and judges, we all know the importance of proper training. We spend virtually our entire career on reinforcing
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Quick Coaching Tips
Reinforce TECHNIQUE throughout the twirling season. Technique is the skeleton that supports your design and creates EXCELLENCE. Because twirling is
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Special Access to Educational Materials for USTA Professional Members
Professional members can now access special professional and educational material here on Knowledge Central, USTA’s hub for professional development! For
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