Happy to share I’ve joined the coaching team @Lboroswimming. Looking forward to working w/ Director & Head Coach and their High Performance squad alongside my MSc. Grateful to be able to continue to learn and develop as a coach and be a part of the team working towards #paris2024
Being a Sports Parent is Hard.
Raising an Athlete is Hard.
Parents: As you start this fall sports season, remember...
- What you do matters.
- What you say matters.
- How you parent matters.
As a parent, you impact the culture of the team!
Here are 5 Critical Lessons for Sports Parents:
1. It is Your Child's Experience, Not Yours! Remember that this athletic journey is your child's, not yours. Allow them to own their successes AND failures. Support them without dictating their path.
2. Have a TEAM First Focus - As much as you love your child, remember it is a TEAM sport. It's all about the team, not just your child. Teach them the value of teamwork and collective success. Show them how to sacrifice ME for WE. Celebrate their teammates' Successes!
3. Embrace the Struggle of Team Sports - Accept the struggle of team sports. Embrace the highs and lows. Help your child understand the value of perseverance and resilience. Struggles are part of growth and character development.
4. Navigate, Don't Plow - Be there for support, not to clear all obstacles. Allow them to navigate challenges and learn resilience. Being a snowplow parent denies them the chance to grow.
5. Find JOY in the Journey - Find happiness in the entire sports experience. Celebrate the small victories and lessons learned. The journey’s highs and lows are equally valuable. Teach your child to cherish every moment, win or lose.
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LAST FEW SPACES AVAILABLE!!!!
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Saturday 24th August for 11-13 yrs is SOLD OUT…
Sunday 25th August is now open to BOOK NOW for ages 11-17 yrs
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Wiffen Twins Swim Clinic
Sunday 25th August
Enniskillen Lakeland Forum
Ages 11-17 yrs
08:30-13:30
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As the swimming events conclude at #Paris2024 a chance to reflect on what has been an incredible set of results for @Lboroswimming
2 x Medals 🥇🥉
3 x Top 8 finishes (1 x Final)
5 x Top 16 finishes (1 x Semi-final)
1 x Olympic Record
1 x European Record
3 x National records
This is how much the support of coaches means to the @Olympics athletes: @LylesNoah
When coaches are a force for good their impact on athletes is transformational and ever lasting
https://t.co/iCODP2inW4
Other results in the pool tonight:
Tom Dean (200m IM) - 5th
Katie Shanahan (200m backstroke) - 5th
Honey Osrin (200m backstroke) - 7th
Congratulations to all three! 👏
#Paris2024
Honey Osrin sets a new lifetime best of 2:07.84 in qualifying third fastest for the Women's 200m Backstroke final ⏱️👊
A great swim from Katie Shanahan to book herself a place in the top 8⃣ too! #Paris2024
Day 1 finals complete. Amazing atmosphere and great racing. Can’t wait for the rest of the week and to see more of the Lboro swimmers smash it @Paris2024
Motivation is complex…
Researchers Deci and Ryan developed their theory of self-determination to demonstrate that motivation comes in different forms…from extrinsic motivation to intrinsic motivation…
-“I have to do this because others are telling me to”
-“I’m doing this because I feel guilty if I don’t/I feel a great deal of pride if I do”
-“I’m doing this because it’s important to me and I value it”
-“I’m doing this because it’s who I am”
-“I’m doing this because I enjoy doing it”
From extrinsic to intrinsic…sports competitors can borrow from all types of motivation…while recognising that enjoyment offers the greatest quality of motivation…