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It’s official! Our fresh new Sport Parent Survival Guide is live and we welcome you to the Signature Athletics community. I’m Ian Goldberg, a very-involved sports dad, long-time volunteer coach and formerly Editor of the iSport360 youth sports newsletter. My team and I are committed to bringing you informative, fun and refreshing articles to help your family navigate the twists and turns of your youth sports journey. This week’s newsletter is a winner. We’d love your feedback here. Have a great sports week.
Ian and the Signature Media Team
VIDEO: The Power of High Fives, Fist Bumps and Pats on the Back!🙌 👊 🖐
Steve Nash was legendary in the NBA not just for assists, but for high-fives, fist bumps, and pats on the back. Those small touches built trust, fueled energy, and proved that connection can be a game-changer.
NWSL Headlines: Olivia Moultrie sets new record for goals scored by a teenager.
This Week in the NWSL
With just days to spare before her 20th birthday, Portland Thorns’ Olivia Moultrie set the new record for teenage goals with her 14th career goal.
How to Keep Homework and Sports From Colliding
Homework and late practices don’t have to collide. With smart systems—and IHG’s family-friendly amenities—you can keep schoolwork on track even during the busiest sports seasons.
Understanding the Sports Parent Psyche (notice I said “Psyche” not “Psycho”)
Even the calmest parents can lose control in the heat of youth sports—it’s a reflex, not just emotion. The real challenge? Practicing self-discipline and learning when to do absolutely nothing.
Sun Safety That Actually Sticks
Game days move fast—and sunscreen is usually the first thing to slip your mind. Here’s how to build a sun safety routine that actually survives the chaos.
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