Mercy Rules Youth-sports administrators weigh the benefits, drawbacks, and practical considerations involved in adopting mercy rules. This article is for Members only
Campitition! Successful day camps study their market, define a clear identity, understand families, and deliver programs that stand apart from competitors. This article is for Members only
Throw Away The Old Playbook Youth programs can stand out in crowded markets by adding convenience, quality, communication, partnerships, and meaningful participant value. This article is for Members only
Sore Losers Rules that punish teams for winning by large margins confuse sportsmanship with avoiding competition and deny children valuable lessons. This article is for Members only
The Mercy Rule Mercy rules can prevent humiliation but may also remove opportunities to teach resilience, effort, and respectful competition. This article is for Members only
Politics, Religion … And All-Star Games Parents and coaches debate whether youth All-Star games reward excellence or exclude children from meaningful opportunities to play. This article is for Members only
