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When to Hire a Sports Agent Depends On Sport, Athlete's Goals, and Other Factors

Sports agent Sheryl Shade says the answer to the question of when to hire a sports agent is complicated and depends on many factors, including the athlete's sport, talent level, the goals of the athlete and their family, and whether the athlete is prepared to give up college eligibility.  She recommends that, before contacting a sports agent, the athlete talk to their coach first.

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Sports Parenting: Teaching the Right Values Should Always Come First

A mom of seven says parents of youth athletes need to make sure that their kids' sports promotes values and life lessons consistent with their own.
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Barbara Bleiweis
Barbara Bleiweis

My Polaroid Moment......Good things develop over time...

Submitted by Barbara Bleiweis on Wed, 09/14/2011 - 13:22. | comments

As an official, I have the benefit of seeing immediate behavior changes as a direct result of my calls. Blow the whistle and play stops. Warn the kids to ease up rough play, and they do. Such immediate gratification comes with the job.  As a parent, however, this is not always the case. Aside from adoption of safety rules such as "wear your seatbelt!", or "look both ways before crossing the street!",  we might witness the demonstration of values such as honesty, integrity, or good sportsmanship over time and only in certain circumstances.

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Back to School Recruiting Checklist for High School Student-Athletes

The start of a new school year is an important time for high school athletes who want to play college sports.  For recruiting success, every student-athlete needs to follow a game plan to stay on track. Here's a four-year road map.
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Youth Sports Heroes of the Month: Lewis Winter (Boca Raton, Fla.) and Nicholas Penberthy (East Amherst, N.Y.)

This month's youth sports heroes are giving the children of migrant farm workers in Florida and inner-city children in Buffalo a chance to play sports.
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Homophobia in Sports: PBS Series Shows How LGBT Youth & Allies Are "Changing the Game"

The public television series In the Life goes inside the aggressive, homophobic world of sports to show how LGBT youth and allies are "Changing the Game."
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Budgeting For Sports Important No Matter Child's Age

Buying clothes and supplies for back-to-school puts a strain on the family budget.  Whatever the age of their kids, sports parents not only need to find room in their budget for equipment and registration fees but also their time.
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Sports Team Tryouts: Parents Can Help Their Child Get An Edge

The competition for rosters spots on school sports teams seems to be more competitive than ever. There are a few very important ways that you can help your child get the edge he or she may need to win a spot. Here are some tips for parents on how they can help their child perform at their best during tryouts.

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