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Do really know the rules of baseball? Baseball Rules in Black and White App has helped thousands learn and retain the rules of baseball. We are the only rule resource that covers 4 rule sets. See the difference in Black and White. https://lnkd.in/g_6N6GN #entrepreneur #doyoureallyknowtherulesofbaseball

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Try this spin move 👀👇 The hop in the spin move allows your defender to continue as you start to stop, creating separation in this move. Drill it out, try it in a small sided game (like 21 or 1v1, etc.) and then try going live with it. #HoopStudy #basketballtraining #ballislife

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Here are 10 player development questions YOU MUST answer. What are your answers? Listen to podcast here: https://lnkd.in/gGjdJmB9 #PlayerDevelopment #LinkedInSports

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KNOWLEDGE is power... The management team said we wanted to make sure all our teammates are well trained at DICK'S Sporting Goods in Grand Island. Each day we spend time giving our teammates a new piece of knowledge and then we practice. Find time to invest in your team and teach your leaders to do the same. How do you continue to grow and develop your team? #training #salestraining #knowledge

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Navigation of the New Era of NCAA Athletic Recruiting with Pay-to-Play Dynamics Connected Athletics is closely monitoring the changing NCAA recruiting scene, which is now influenced by the transfer portal, Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) chances, and pay-to-play. These changes are altering college sports, making it crucial for high school athletes and their parents. What’s Change? 1. Transfer portal fluidity: As colleges adjust their rosters accommodate transfers, athletes have more alternatives than ever to choose programs that meet their demands. 2. NIL Opportunities Athletes can profit from their name, image, and resemblance, which now influence school selection. NIL deals can impact judgments as much as sports and academic programs. 3. Pay-to-Play Dynamics: Some athletes receive significant incentives for transferring, so knowing the financial ramifications and opportunities is vital. This new layer complicates yet is essential to decision-making. High school players and parents can pivot: 1. Strategic Positioning: Make a compelling case for your athletic skills and marketability. In a world where NIL and pay-to-play might limit options, early personal branding is essential. 2. Academic Excellence: Academic success is crucial. Transfer rules are flexible, emphasizing the importance of academic status for eligibility and instant play. 3. Visibility and Networking: Participate in high-profile competitions and showcases and use social media to promote your athletic and academic achievements. Contact prospective schools and coaches. 4. Understanding NCAA Regulations: Keep up with transfers, NIL, and pay-to-play laws. You can better navigate recruiting with information. 5. Consulting experts: Use Connected Athletics or hiring advisors. Optimize athletic scholarships, NIL deals, and pay-to-play with expert advice. In conclusion, the NCAA athletic recruiting field is increasingly complex and dynamic. To succeed in this new environment, college athletes and their parents must be proactive, aware, and savvy. We provide you with the information and resources to succeed in this changing climate at Connected Athletics. Transform these changes into opportunities. Find out how we can help your collegiate athletics career! NCAARecruiting #HighSchoolAthletics #CollegeSports #NIL #PayToPlay #AthleteBrand #ConnectedAthletics #SportsEducation If you want to explore how these changes may affect your or your child's recruiting strategy, comment below or message me!

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https://lnkd.in/dCqQkTXg A year in the lives of six members of the Minnesota Roller Derby, as they compete to win the Hydra, the top international prize of the sport. When the star of the team gets injured, will her teammates find their own power? MINNESOTA MEAN is a human drama about the pounding heart of roller derby: powerful, self-sufficient women. It’s a vital and relevant story of triumph, loss, strength, determination, and a search for balance between individuality and community. How do women who pride themselves on their hard-won independence thrive in a sport that requires them to rely on a team? How do they meet the full-time demands of the sport without sacrificing their own dreams for life outside the rink? A meditation on strength: in our bodies, our hearts, our minds, and our friendships.

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Want a bigger role? Get in the gym and prove that you are capable of handling it. #basketball #basketballtraining #basketballreels #basketballworkouts #basketballhq #basketballplayers #basketballcamp #explorepage #basketballcoaches #basketballdrills #coaching #coachingbasketball #quotes #motivation #motivationalquotes #coachingquotes #success #hardwork #lifequotes #business #sports #sportsquotes

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Baseball Rules in Black and White App has helped thousands better understand, and retain the rules of baseball. See the difference in Black and White. https://lnkd.in/g_6N6GN

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3 reasons why I love the Jokic / Gru / Minions commercial. (#3 is the most relevant to NIL & endorsement industry) #NBA #Jokic #Gru #Minions #despicableme4 #Nuggets #Denver Opendorse #Advertising #Commercials #TV #NBAPlayoffs

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How high do you set YOUR goals? Athletes are crushing their goals while blasting up with Boost Oxygen. Boost is conveniently IN-STORE with the athletic gear, apparel, equipment and sports performance products at: DICK'S Sporting Goods Academy Sports + Outdoors Dunham's Sports Scheels Pure Hockey Sun & Ski Sports #performancerecoveryresults

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5 Best Speed Exercises For Basketball From the 12-Week Athletic Development Program, Cody Roberts takes you through the 5 exercises that are guaranteed to help you increase your speed.

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BashBall is an off centered front toss pitched game. Front toss is a great training tool used by the best college and professional hitters. What we love about front toss: -helps players improve their fundamentals and swing mechanics without the pressure of a live kid pitch. -can help players focus on specific aspects of their swing, such as hand positioning, bat path, and weight transfer. -with repetition, players develop timing and muscle memory. www.BashBall.org #BashBall

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Last Sunday, out of 126 starting pitchers in minor league baseball, only Sem Robberse and Zach Plesac threw over 100 pitches. Additionally, only 20 pitchers threw at least 6 innings; of those, only 12 exceeded 90 pitches. Throughout minor league baseball, there has been a noticeable trend among all MLB organizations to limit starting pitchers' pitch counts. This is one day worth's of data but the trend among scouts is consistent. Here's the summary by Level on 5/19/2024 AAA: 4.34 Average Innings Pitched with 73.03 pitches per start AA: 4.51 Average Innings Pitched with 72.07 pitches per start A+: 3.60 Average Innings Pitched with 62.47 pitches per start A: 3.98 Average Innings Pitched with 65.91 pitches per start Here are three explanations for this trend: 1. A shortage of capable starting pitchers who can pitch deep into games. 2. A strategy to win games by limiting starting pitcher exposure. 3. A strategy to reduce pitching injuries. For the last three seasons, I've been studying the decline of traditional starting pitchers as an ongoing case study, especially tracking the workloads, injury history, and success of each organization's top pitching prospects. A few organizations have emerged to develop better, but a vast majority have been unable to produce quality starting pitchers from the MLB Amateur draft. As John Wooden once famously said, "Failing to prepare is preparing to fail." We can't expect to develop the next generation of traditional starting pitchers by adopting a cautious approach that fails to prepare them to meet the demands of the game. Regardless of their background or previous exposure, the job expectations and demands must be clearly communicated to maintain quality control in their development. Most importantly, pitchers must be incentivized to meet these expectations and needs. The current usage approach needs to be revised. By limiting exposure and increasing intensity over shorter workloads, we are witnessing a rise in injuries and a decline in the development of future quality starters at the highest level. As I mentioned last week, the value of the starting pitcher and the bargaining power for future contract demands could be impacted in the next several years. #startingpitchers #mlb #milb

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Check out the latest issue of Racquet Sports Industry Magazine and the United States Professional Tennis Association section called Addvantage Magazine to learn about what is going on with your Racquet Sports Trade association. https://lnkd.in/gnWJ_dNt

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Are you a Dualie? If you are, then you could be key to strengthening long-term participation in the game. In short, the National Golf Foundation define a dualie is a golfer who plays both on-course and off-course golf. Not content with a regular 18, they use a simulator, visit the range, or head down to a Top Golf or a Big Shots in between rounds. I’ve seen several reports recently about the consistent growth of off-course golf. And I’ve heard a fair bit of concern from the industry on whether it will weaken participation in the traditional game. I’ve always thought otherwise – so it’s great to see this report suggesting I was right 😊 When we see golfers taking lessons, or hitting the range we know that the number of rounds they play goes up – we’ve measured it. We know that when we can help engage golfers in activities around the club other than playing golf, the number of rounds they play goes up – we’ve measured it. So it has always followed in my head that when golfers hit balls for leisure, the number of rounds they play will go up. In addition, this report shows that they are more committed to traditional golf, their ability level is higher, they spend more money on equipment, and - the number of rounds they play goes up! I think there’s also a great argument that off course golf is a fantastic entry point for many people too. But that’s a post for another day 😊 #participation #dualie #golfbusiness https://lnkd.in/eepE24rS

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