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Since we’ve all been riveted recently by championship college basketball, it’s appropriate to quote the wisdom of UNC  coaching legend […]

Developing a positive culture within your team is critical to every winning season.  Team culture determines how the members interact […]

Whether you’re working to become a better team player or improve a specific skill, there is one strategy guaranteed to […]

Being an athletic team captain calls for so much more than solid leadership skills. After all, captains play a considerable […]

Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts gave a master class in inspiration, perseverance, and critical thinking  shortly after his Super Bowl loss […]

Whether it’s this week’s Super Bowl or a game at our local school, we are often amazed by the edge […]

Do you ever notice that some days you feel like you are able to crush your workouts but other days, […]

Laudatory headlines greeted Mikaela Shiffrin’s accomplishment this week in moving past Lindsey Vonn to set a record for women’s Alpine […]

Getting out of your comfort zone is not always easy, but it is necessary for growth. Did you know that […]

  Sport Fuels Life sparks inspiration and builds community through the shared journey of athletic triumphs and personal growth. This […]

Everyone is talking about New Year’s resolutions now.  As coaches and players, we all know that practice and patience are […]

Your ideas keep coming and they are fantastic. This is the next installment of our feature on Coaches Helping Coaches.  […]

As part of our salute to coaches this fall, we posed several questions to our community.  We received great ideas. […]

What does mental wellness look like for athletes in a season of cancelled competitive sport?

  Outstanding Coach of the Year Nominee Says It All Begins with Love Nicholas Lincoln “He truly understands how to […]

  Developing leaders on a team takes vision, perspective, and practice. At Sport Fuels Life, we recognize the potential great […]

By David Bolick, Sport Fuels Life Co-founder   Recent tennis news—retirements of Serena Williams and Roger Federer, amazing U.S. Open […]

  Jordan Clark, who coaches tennis at ThunderRidge High School in Highlands Ranch, CO, is one of our Outstanding Coaches […]

By Sport Fuels Life Contributor, Athlete, and Coach Megan Houston   The rush that you feel when scoring the game-winning […]

  Successful NCAA lacrosse coach, author, and speaker Kate Leavell knows what it takes—as a coach, parent of an athlete, […]

  Zach Brandon, mental skills coordinator for the Arizona Diamondbacks, understands how perfecting one’s game and realizing peak performance in […]

One of the tenets of Sport Fuels Life is to “play it forward”. We encourage initiatives that support the positivity […]

It’s game time. Your toe is to the line, and you’re positioned at a standstill, waiting for the whistle to […]

August means back to school with a new roster of athletes—some veterans and some newcomers–for the fall season. It’s a […]

Sport Fuels Life Podcast Co-host Scott Houston finished in 12th place with a mark of 5.50m / 18’ 0.5” at […]

Scott Doerner discusses his varied championship tennis career and how a winning team culture helped fuel a national championship. Those […]

  Sean Swarner’s story of healing, hope, and triumph reflects the essence of Sport Fuels Life.  Enjoy this incredible and […]

What can all coaches learn from an all-star panel of baseball coaches?  The answer is simple—a great deal.  That was our conclusion after reviewing […]

Tennis Fuels Life and Forever Friendships By Matt Oechsli and Bruce Brodie   One would have to look long and […]

  A Master Writer Talks About the Writing Process and More about the Master Tennis Player In the first part […]

Approach to Athlete Evaluation for Coaches There are two different stages of evaluation. The first stage is tennis based. It […]

A Division 1 starting quarterback at the University of North Texas, Damon West had it all. But at just 20 […]

Olympic journey April entered the professional beach volleyball world with partner Jenn Tessy. They upset the tournament and won the […]

As a Division 1 athlete at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, N.C., I play volleyball—a  sport I first picked up […]

Mental toughness can be compared to finding fuel on an empty tank. Often, athletes compete with the best intentions and […]

America’s favorite pastime is back! Opening day has arrived and the long-awaited sounds of baseball are finally upon us. For […]

February is Black History Month and we’re celebrating the top 5 Black athletes who changed the world of sports forever.  […]

Fluid balance is critical for daily human function. The average human body is 65% water so it makes sense that […]

It’s the month that everyone goes bananas over falling in love with that special someone, but we want to encourage […]

Gustavo Osorio is a strength and conditioning coach for the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, currently serving at the Elite […]

Strength training is important, especially if you’re seeking to take your athletic performance to the next level. Here are the […]

Are you in it for the long-haul? Find out what animal matches your level of endurance with this fun quiz!

Although 2020 had a lot of downsides, it showed us the resilience and innovation of humanity. Despite the pandemic, we […]

Diego Moyano is an accomplished former professional tennis player from Argentina. As a USTA coach, he has trained ATP players Tommy Paul and Reilly Opelka, […]

The gray skies and cold weather of winter are in full swing, and if you’re finding yourself feeling a little […]

As the 2021 Olympic and Paralympic games draw near, we’re keeping our eye out for up and coming athletes. Whether […]

Boost your mood and get a great stretch with these classical covers of your favorite pop hits.  This playlist is […]

If you’re the type of person who makes a New Year’s resolution (or even if you’re not!) this quiz is […]

“We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.” -Winston Churchill While […]

While we all enjoy watching mainstream sports like basketball, soccer, and football, sometimes you just need a change. The wide […]

Attention ladies, it’s time to start lifting! Many women cringe at the idea of weightlifting, buying into the myth that […]

Many of us struggle to fit a workout routine into our busy schedule. The human body was designed to move, […]

After being delayed due to COVID-19 in 2020, the Olympics are slated to return in the summer of 2021. These […]

For many of us, the phrase “business as usual” was impossible in 2020. However, that doesn’t need to be the […]

From the Beach Boys to Springsteen, this very special edition of the Sport Fuels Life playlist is sure to bring […]

America’s favorite holiday feast might look a little different this year as you practice safe social distancing, but your Thanksgiving […]

The holidays are fast approaching and while some might think they are a time for rest and relaxation, others are […]

The holiday season is in full swing and everyone’s schedules are going from busy to chaotic. It seems like any […]

When former collegiate athlete and competitive skydiver, Sydney Williams, unexpectedly found herself on the receiving end of a Type 2 diabetes […]

We’ve always considered professional athletes our heroes and there’s no doubt about it they inspire us daily. But a few […]

Running is a great way to get healthy and keep in shape. It requires loads of physical training and effort, […]

Science has proven that practicing gratitude improves your physical and mental health, enhances empathy, improves self-esteem and can even give […]

As school and work start to pick up again and you’re trying to get back into the swing of things, […]

How much do you really know about volleyball and the terms that define the game? Find out if you’re an […]

Every time my high school volleyball team lost (which was more than we ever won) our coach would always give […]

We’ve all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but how does yours stack up against […]

The animal kingdom has so many examples of resilience and strength that we can learn from as athletes. Find out […]

The strain of everyday life can take a toll on your health and your game. But it doesn’t have to […]

The Sport Fuels Life podcast is excited to bring you the Mizuno Volleyball series! Mizuno has been an elite performance […]

This month we’ve got all the new hits from Shawn Mendes, Aloe Blacc, Zara Larsson and more to help get […]

Studies have proven time and time again that being part of team sports is one of life’s greatest teachers for […]

NASCAR and the world of racing received big news this week when Michael Jordan announced he was joining forces with […]

A team’s motivation can shift from day to day, partially because it’s dependent on each individual player. The most successful […]

This episode of the Sport Fuels Life podcast features the all-time winningest coach in the history of East Carolina University […]

Just one month after the announcement to postpone football to a spring 2021 season, the Big Ten just announced that […]

Iditarod champion, adventurer and ultrarunner Pete Ripmaster shares his unbelievable and inspirational journey on this episode of the Sport Fuels Life […]

You’ve just coached your volleyball team to victory in game two after a tough loss in the first game with […]

Although sports can provide great health benefits, common soccer injuries can put a strain on the physical, mental, and emotional […]

According to the National Center for Health Research, “Listening to music while exercising doesn’t just relieve boredom — it can help improve […]

Part of the coaching journey is the pursuit of new ideas and approaches that elevate the game. The NFL’s New […]

Find out if you’re a Trail Blazer or a Cardio King! If you love running as much as we do, […]

With athlete safety at the top of every school, club and sports organization’s list of priorities to navigate during this […]

Tami Matheny has been a coach and an athletic director working to help produce nationally ranked teams, conference champions, and […]

If you’re like most students in America, at some point during your middle school or junior high experience you were […]

George Plaster is a sports talk radio pioneer. He joins us on this episode of the Sport Fuels Life Podcast […]

While college football teams across the U.S. decide what to do about their 2020 season, we’ve been getting our football […]

LeBron James, Derek Jeter, Misty May-Treanor and Kerri Walsh are all successful athletes who have discussed the value of meditation […]

It’s our biggest giveaway ever. Help us plan our next move by sharing your opinions. Take this survey to enter […]

In an effort to finish the 2020 season, the NBA has moved 22 of its 30 teams to a restricted […]

Take our quiz now to bump, set, spike your way to a free speed and strength workout developed by Coach […]

Professional tennis player and longtime coach Tim Siegel had found success in his career and had just shifted gears to […]

This week Sport Fuels Life’s very own Megan Zimlich competed at the World’s Greatest Live: Acadia Invitational in Greenville, SC […]

ATP tennis coach Craig Boynton joins us in this episode of the Sport Fuels Life podcast, where he shares his […]

Studies show that the pressure and culture of high performance athletics can lead to chronic fatigue, mental exhaustion, burnout, depression […]

We’re testing your baseball and MLB history trivia with this fun quiz about America’s favorite pastime!

While we await the return of baseball, we’re celebrating history’s top 9 most impactful players in the game, making a lasting impression on baseball as well as beyond the playing field. Read on below and tell us who your favorite is!

This month’s Sport Fuels Life playlist features classic sports anthems, perfect for your morning jog or return to the weight […]

Commitment matters. After Tim started playing tennis exclusively at age 12, he marked off the days on his calendar when he practiced at least two hours (usually longer). Since he didn’t have access to indoor courts, he spent rainy days hitting balls against the wall of an indoor gym. He practiced four years in a row without missing a day.

When 7 year old Andrew Dean Strickland was recently diagnosed with leukemia, his family had no idea what a blessing […]

Accomplished speed and strength coach Mike Srock, from James F. Byrnes High School in Greenville, South Carolina, wants his players […]

The official launch day of the Sport Fuels Life podcast has arrived and our first guest is the perfect way […]

The team here at Sport Fuels Life has had something massive in the works launching soon!

Coach Srock has designed a dynamic speed drill plan for his athletes this summer, and Sport Fuels Life members get exclusive access. Be among the first to know when this workout drops next week and sign up for your free Sport Fuels Life membership today!

Team Connection is committed to connecting athletes, coaches, and fans to celebrate the unifying power and magic of sports.  We […]

Mike Srock is a renowned speed and strength coach for James F. Byrnes High School in Greenville, South Carolina and […]

“I told her I’d run the Charleston City Marathon because that was the race that she always ran. She always wanted me to run it with her, but I didn’t get the chance while she was here. I promised her that I would run the race in her honor.”

Get your summer sizzlin’ with these upbeat summertime classics. From Paul Simon to Eddie Money, we have the retro vibes you forgot you loved.

In this third and final segment of our discussion with highly regarded tennis coach Craig Boynton, we learn more about the coaching profession and possibilities for the future of sports.

Navigating the mental and emotional challenges of a global pandemic is taking its toll on even the most elite athletes. If you’re wondering what you can do to work through your feelings, we’ve got three helpful tips to move toward mental and emotional wellbeing.

In this second blog post with veteran tennis tour coach Craig Boynton, he discusses why this is one of the most exciting times in men’s tennis and talks about the various “freak factors” that make certain players so special.

What does mental wellness look like for athletes in a season of cancelled competitive sport?

“Sports is my life,” he said. Everything I have in my life is directly or indirectly because of coaching. If it weren’t for tennis, I would never have met my wife Terry, a former collegiate tennis player at Stanford who holds the record for dual match percentage while she played on the tour.” They have three children ranging in age from 17 to 25.

Each month the SFL team curates a Spotify playlists to support you in your safer at home fitness goals!

Looking for a little inspiration during quarantine? Our Sport Fuels Life team has compiled a list of our top 12 favorite sports movies that will remind you of why you love the game, and a bonus Spotify playlist featuring songs from the movies!

The world of competitive sports is on pause, but thankfully team spirit has not been cancelled. We’ve been so inspired […]

The entire month of April we are creating weekly Spotify playlists to support you in your safer at home fitness goals!

Olympic pole vaulter Sandi Morris has a spirit of ingenuity and determination that pushes through life’s challenges, so when the world went on pause for COVID19-related quarantines and stay-at-home measures, Sandi knew it was time to double down

Even if you’re not a parent or an athlete with siblings, chances are high that you’ve reached your limit of […]

We admire Coach Shaver for his tenacity and for being a positive role model. Special thanks to Coach Shaver and the individual who nominated him, for sharing this truly worthy Sport Fuels Life story. Do you know a coach or athlete who is doing amazing work? Nominate them today for a chance to be featured right here on our blog!

Our awesome Sport Fuels Life team has created our very first Spotify playlist! We’re calling the inaugural playlist “We Don’t […]

We recently caught up with Nick Gwiazdowski, a North Carolina State graduate and wrestler who won back-to-back national championships in […]

Billy Godwin is currently the Head Baseball Coach at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, and has over 30 […]

World Champion Special Olympics gymnast Chelsea Werner knows how to take every obstacle life can throw her and turn it into solid gold.

On March 13th, the 2020 NCAA basketball tournament was canceled by the NCAA because of concerns regarding the spreading coronavirus […]

With all the uncertainty that our nation is facing while dealing with COVID-19 (Coronavirus), and the cancelling of all our […]

We’ve got five vital strategies to help you strengthen your relationship with your players, and make each season a victory–regardless of the game statistics.

Track star and American indoor mile record holder, and Olympic hopeful Elle Purrier discusses her #sportfuelslife journey and shares what herls her build confidence to run the race.

Bri Scott is sharing her #sportfuelslife journey with us in today’s blog post! Read on to get to know more about this stellar member of our Team Connection squad!

Shy Tuttle gives it his all on and off the field, and tells us why he believes that sport fuels life.

How to build authentic, lasting confidence for the game, and why you should extend your practice beyond the team.

We’ve discovered the top 3 important qualities that drive sport’s most elite athletes toward great heights when it counts the most.

Megan Zimlich is an accomplished track star and, among her many other fantastic qualities, is an important player on our […]

Sports don’t discriminate. Sports don’t care about one’s race, class, ethnicity or religion. It’s the thing that unites everyone and helps them escape into the open.

Team Connection’s President and Founder, Herb Bolick knows firsthand how being a team player helps everyone to shine bright. He’s […]

There are a number of motivational tools out there when it comes to athletics, and books on peak performance might […]

In the world of sports, team building is vital for cultivating unity, trust, and effective communication among athletes. Including fun […]

Legendary basketball coach John Wooden said, “It’s always about focusing not on the mistakes but on the lessons learned from […]

There are countless quotes about determination from women in sports, and a great way to build confidence and motivation is […]

The athletic arena is a place for hard work, dedication, respect, and steadfast determination. Players who don’t take the game […]

While your approach to coaching and managing athletes lays the groundwork for your team’s performance ,your closest ally is your […]

Every player and every team needs motivation and encouragement from coaches, peers, and fans to reach their athletic potential. Each […]

We love having you as part of our community. Your stories and suggestions motivate us daily. We want to play […]

When it comes to losing in sports, finding a silver lining isn’t always easy … no matter your age! Part […]