


The importance of setting goals and defining success for youth
Goal-setting is a powerful tool that can help kids succeed in all aspects of their lives.

The unbreakable bond: Athletes and the power of friendship
Nathan Zsombor-Murray and Rylan Wiens are two Canadian divers vying for the 2024 Olympics—and they’re also close friends and training partners.

Mental training for athletes: Helping youth in sports excel and find joy
It’s not just pro athletes who benefit from mental training—young athletes can too! Learn what your child has to gain here.

9 important benefits of team sports for kids
Explore the benefits of team sports for kids, from building lasting friendships to fostering leadership and critical thinking abilities.

Celebrate and learn more about Indigenous athletes this month
June is a time for celebrations—from graduations to Father’s Day to Pride and even the arrival of summer. And another very important celebration taking place this month is National Indigenous Peoples Day. Happening on June 21, National Indigenous Peoples Day is an important opportunity for adults and children alike to learn more about the cultures, … Continued

Do girls feel safe and supported in sports?
The 2022 Rally Report takes stock of how Canadian girls and female sport leaders experienced sport last year.

10 baseball drills and games for kids
Get your kids in the game with 10 fun and effective baseball drills and games! Improve skills, have fun, and build teamwork. Perfect for young athletes.

Olympian (and team “mom”) Ellie Black on respect, support, and dreaming big
Artistic gymnast Ellie Black is flying high as she anchors Canada’s women’s gymnastics team.

This free resource makes it easier for coaches to navigate mental health challenges
The Coaching Association of Canada has launched the Mental Health and Sport Resource Hub to help coaches navigate athletes’ mental health challenges.

Book Review: “Bibi’s Got Game” by Bianca Andreescu
In her children’s book Bibi’s Got Game, Canadian tennis player Bianca Andreescu shares her own path to success in sport.

The importance of play in developing Olympic athletes
Three Canadian Olympians share their fondest childhood winter memories and what they loved about outdoor play as youngsters.

8 reasons to watch the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar
The 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar will offer teachable and inspiring moments for kids and parents alike. Here’s why you should tune in.

Bigger than the game: Hockey players give back
Across Canada, hockey players, volunteers, and organizations are giving back to their communities through innovative and generous initiatives.

The ABCs of physical literacy
The ABCs of physical literacy refer to four basic capacities that are essential to developing fundamental movement skills.

WeThe15 campaigns for over 1 billion people
WeThe15 aims to end discrimination in sport and help increase access to assistive technology for athletes with disabilities.

What’s so good about physical education classes? Ask the students!
Sixth-graders share what they love about phys ed class—and offer some great insights for PE teachers on creating activities kids will enjoy.

How to help lessen stress for kids during tryout season
Tryout season is an annual rite of passage that can be a horrible time for everyone involved. Here’s how to help.

Kin-Ball: The amazingly fun sport you’ve probably never heard of
Kin-Ball is a fast-paced, interactive sport that engages a wide range of skills, while promoting physical activity, sportsmanship, and teamwork.

Coaches across Canada are vowing to keep sport safer than ever. Here’s how you can get involved
The Coaching Association of Canada has launched the Responsible Coaching Movement in hopes of making sport safer for kids.

Girls in sport: Understanding potential health issues
If your daughter plays sports, it’s important to know about two potential health concerns: the risk of ACL injuries and Female Athlete Triad.

How maturity affects your child’s sport performance
Kids go through the stages of growth and development at different times, which can result in very different sports performance.

Keeping kids safe in sport: Canada’s Universal Code of Conduct
Here’s a summary of the main points in Canada’s Universal Code of Conduct to Prevent and Address Maltreatment in Sport.

Canadian hockey is getting better, safer, and more inclusive—for those who can afford to play
What does the future hold for Canadian hockey? We dig into some positive—and concerning—trends in the sport.

How yoga benefits athletic performance
Yoga’s benefits can stretch (pun intended) across other sports and activities. Here are some of the ways it can improve athletic performance.