Blog Do you really need to take a multivitamin? September 19, 2014 Vitamins and supplements are big business, with billions of dollars spent each year. North Americans are firm in the belief that they need to boost their intake of multivitamins for better health – but do they really work? Researchers generally... Athlete Development Mothers Nutrition and Hydration Sport Participation
Blog Game day coaching September 18, 2014 While most coaching will occur during practice, coaching on game day is also very important. Coaching from the sidelines lets the athletes know if they are executing plays and game strategy well. A good coach knows that coaching during game... Coaching
Blog How to build a successful team September 11, 2014 Successful teams such as the Carleton University Ravens men’s basketball team, the University of Guelph Gryphons cross country program and John Wooden’s UCLA men’s basketball squad are collegiate teams that most would like to emulate; simply put, winning is part... Coaching Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Leadership and Governance
Blog Does Foam Rolling Work? September 9, 2014 The primary purpose of a foam roller is to force a tight muscle to relax thus reducing pain and allow the opposing muscle to contract and stabilize the joint. When this happens, it can help increase range of motion, reduce... Equipment Sleep and Recovery Sport Participation
Blog Striking a balance between academics and athletics: the role of a student-athlete September 4, 2014 Student-athletes have the demanding role of balancing academic and athletic pursuits while doing well in both the classroom and on the field of play. Unlike the average student, student-athletes have a rigorous schedule that requires planning, discipline and sacrifice. Having... Athlete Development Children and Youth Life Skills Sport Participation Varsity Sport
Blog Overtraining in High-School Athletes - The “Always-In-Season” Athlete September 2, 2014 By Konrad Wiltmann Algonquin Sport Business Management student Many high-school athletes compete in a wide variety of sports over the course of the school year, while maintaining their studies, social life, and sometimes a part-time job. It is not uncommon... Athlete Development Children and Youth Sleep and Recovery Varsity Sport
Blog High school coach vs. the club coach August 28, 2014 Organized sports played among youth participants are usually in the form of club sports or school athletic teams. It is also likely that those who participate in club sports are also members of their high school teams. Having the opportunity... Athlete Development Children and Youth Coaching Varsity Sport
Videos Playing Together August 27, 2014 Sport Matters Group, in partnership with SIRC, is pleased to present a webinar highlighting the recent ‘Playing Together’ report by Institute for Canadian Citizenship (ICC). It includes firsthand accounts from more than 4,000 new citizens collected from a national online survey... Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Sport Participation
Blog Hurling - The Fastest Game on Grass August 26, 2014 Take a little bit of field hockey fundamentals, the ball carrying and throws of lacrosse, the physicality of rugby, with a sprinkle of hockey and soccer for good measure and you’ve got the Irish national sport of hurling (Camogie in... Para Sport Professional Sport Sport Participation
Blog Mindset: Mental Strategies to perform at your best August 21, 2014 Elite athletes have an exceptional ability to rise to the occasion when called upon to perform. Whether it is making that big shot to win the game or making a dazzling pass that scores the winning goal, most coaches want... Athlete Development High Performance Mental Skills
