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High school sports go by fast, and the environment matters. Today, PCA and @NFHS_Org are launching Before It’s Over to build sports cultures with more of what matters. Read our latest blog post for full details: hubs.ly/Q04yCKHH0
We recently teamed up with the @49ers for a high impact athlete Mentorship Academy. Student athletes learned lessons on becoming young coaches, connected with the 49ers rookie class, and applied their learnings through community mentorship initiatives.
On July 9, leaders gathered to align statewide priorities like AB 1626 and the 2026 CA Play Equity Report with local needs for safer, equitable youth sports. On Sept 30, AB1626 was signed into law, requiring behavioral and mental health training for coaches across CA.
Bad days are often hard in the moment and can leave athletes feeling frustrated or unmotivated. As coaches, it’s important to remind athletes that the bad days are temporary and help us grow so we can appreciate the good days.
#MondayMotivation #PositiveCoaching
Transactional leaders focus only on the outcome. Transformational leaders focus on the process, turning every mistake into a teaching moment. Nick Saban explains the shift that changed his career to transformational leadership.
#collegegameday #collegefootball #saban
Only 1 MONTH LEFT to nominate! Nominations close Nov. 16 for our Coach of the Year Award presented by @teamsnap ONE!
The winner receives: $5,000 for their program & a trip for 2 to the Game Changer Awards & Benefit. Nominate: hubs.ly/Q04BrRM50
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Look into an evening with the Positive Coaching Alliance @PositiveCoachUS Game Changer Awards, honoring our Hall of Famers, @PepperdineMWP alumni and @TeamUSA Olympic athlete and coach, Terry Schroeder and 5x Olympian and Coronado coach, Jesse Smith. 🇺🇸 🤽🏻♂️
Creating a team culture where every player belongs starts with self-reflection. Pause and examine your coaching habits with these 3 questions.
Access our complete self-reflection exercise for coaches: hubs.ly/Q04BrQ4Q0
NFL pros get it: youth sports should focus on fundamentals, fun, and player development over wins.
Check out the insights from a recent @ESPN article, and see how we are teaming to @ESPNCitizenship for our #TakeBackSports: mypca.me/4hOsFX6
Why does community play infrastructure matter in youth sports?
Join PCA, Oakland United, and the Oakland Sports Equity Coalition for a Youth Sports Advocacy Briefing on Oakport Field and local sports equity data.
Register here: hubs.ly/Q04BbLP_0
We loved bringing positive play to Oakland last month with @ESPNCitizenship, @Disney, @EatLearnPlay, and @OaklandOPR!
From dance parties to sports rotations, young athletes built confidence and character all day at Ira Jinkins Rec Center.
Learn more: hubs.ly/Q04B4d240
Growth rarely happens in a straight line. As coaches, one of the most reassuring things we can teach young athletes is that adjusting to higher levels of competition takes time.
Normalizing the rough patches helps players stay confident through every stage of their development.
What an impactful night!
Thank you to our sponsors, attendees, honorees, volunteers, and supporters for making the 2026 SD Game Changer Awards & Benefit so special!
Together, we are creating positive youth sports experiences.
We were leveling up leadership at Lincoln Financial Field!
Huge thanks to @Eagles & Darius Cooper for sharing advice on what it takes to be a great teammate, build confidence, and lead off the field.
Today is the day! We’re excited to see everyone attending tonight’s SD Game Changer Awards & Benefit at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar as we support positive youth sports. We’re excited to celebrate together! hubs.ly/Q04zF23q0
Letting go of a bad play is key to growing in sports. Bryce Harper explains why kids need to flush mistakes instantly and focus on the next opportunity, reminding parents and coaches to turn missteps into learning moments instead of demanding perfection. @bryceharper3
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It’s National Coaches Day! 🏈
Legendary College Football Coach Nick Saban shares why youth coaches play such an important role in helping young athletes grow, make progress and become the best versions of themselves through sports — teaching them important lessons that can help them succeed in life 🏈⚽⚾🏀🏐
TakeBackSports.org
Happy #NationalCoachesDay! Help us honor them by sharing this post or posting your own with #NationalCoachesDay and #PCA. Know a coach who is making an impact? Nominate them for our 2027 Coach of the Year Award presented by @TeamSnap ONE at hubs.ly/Q04zkLpb0!
In just 3 days, youth sports leaders, advocates, supporters, and champions will gather for the 2026 San Diego Game Changer Awards & Benefit on Oct 8 at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar. We can't wait! hubs.ly/Q04zdJ2L0
True motivation starts with connection. When athletes feel genuinely connected to their team and purpose, they find the drive to push past their limits. Cultivating a sense of belonging is one of the most powerful tools a coach or leader can offer.
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Before it’s over, make it count. 🏆❤️
The NFHS and @PositiveCoachUS are launching #BeforeItsOver to help create positive, meaningful high school sports experiences for student-athletes, coaches, parents and fans.
Read more: buff.ly/nqDRP6W
