Bullying. Feeling lonely. Sad player sitting with his head on a knee in front of his classmates in changing room.

How To Address Team Cliques And Bullying In Youth Sports

February 14, 2025

Hi, I’m Stephanie Rudnick, founder of Hoop Dreams.   As someone who was bullied throughout grade school, I understand firsthand how…

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Turning Time On The Bench into an Opportunity: Building Mental Toughness

December 20, 2024

Being benched during a game is tough. It can feel embarrassing, especially with friends, teammates, and parents watching. Thoughts may…

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Lesson Learned In Sport – Packing Your Bag The Night Before

October 27, 2022

“Mom! I forgot my water bottle!” “Coach, I don’t have my jersey.” Sound familiar? When I was a young athlete,…

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Basketball

Size of the Basketball Matters

March 20, 2022

When I first started playing basketball my parents had no idea that basketballs came in different sizes. It wasn’t their…

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What Is Cabin Culture?

March 7, 2022

What is Cabin Culture?  A strong Cabin Culture makes campers feel safe, welcome, and that they belong. A camper cabin…

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