The third year in sports usually represents a tipping point - either you have it or you don't. Any kinks should be worked out and your operation should be a clicking on all cylinders. In 2012, the Sports Commission presents the third edition of the St. Louis Youth Sports Summit (formerly Sportsmanship Summit). We changed the name but not the focus. The name change provides a bit of clarity. While sportsmanship issues exist at all levels of sport, we will specifically address those in youth sports.
Former St. Louis University basketball great Scott Highmark will deliver the keynote address. As a Division I athlete turned family man, Highmark has a unique perspective that combines high-stakes athletics with the developmental side of youth sports. In addition to the keynote address, the Youth Sports Summit features two large group sessions and three breakout sessions. Our first large group topic is Coaching Leadership - a session where you will learn the importance of intentionally teaching character in sports and how to use teachable moments to develop character in your athletes. Coaching leadership was far and away our most popular breakout in previous years. So, we decided to make it available to everyone this time around.
You can attend two of three breakout sessions available after the first large group. Sports Parenting is an engaging 30-minute presentation in which parents learn how to best support their student-athletes on and off the field of play. We are also proud to present CPR Training provided by the American Heart Association as one of the breakout sessions. Please sign-up early as space is limited for this breakout. Our third breakout will be led by Yours Truly and is called Follow Your Friends: Using Social Media as a positive tool in youth sports. Facebook, Twitter, Blogger and even text messages are tools we can use to help promote the good things we are doing in youth sports. I'll show you how to make sense of it all so you can present your kids in the best light possible.
Our second large group session is called Parental Discretion is Advised: How poor behavior can be prevented by parents and coaches. We'll review video of some less-than-desirable sportsmanship moments and discuss methods to prevent them from happening in your organization. The St. Louis Youth Sports Summit will be held on January 14, 2012 beginning at 8:30 a.m. inside the Maryville University Auditorium. Admission is FREE and open to all parents, coaches and other adults who care about creating positive sports experiences for our kids. Of course, a free continental breakfast will be provided as well. To register, click here or call 314-345-5130. Now is the best time to make a positive change for your organization and your kids. Sign up to attend the St. Louis Youth Sports Summit Today! Until next time...
Be a Good Sport!
-Sol
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