You Oughta Know – Coaches
23-24 Performance Recognition Program Details Now Available!
Every year DCWST strives to promote and celebrate the achievement of our athletes. How we do that is laid out in the DCWST Performance Recognition Program (PRP). This year the PRP goes largely unchanged, with the full details available here. Additional information, including the relevant rankings/standings, can be located by visiting the “Athlete Performance Recognition and…
Read MoreATTENTION!!! Official Team Calendar Has Moved to TeamSnap
In order to streamline our processes for all, DCWST has shifted our official calendar/group schedules into the TeamSnap platform ONLY. Members and their families will now find all practices, races, competitions, and all of the necessary details associated with those events in TeamSnap. We will no longer use the Google Calendar that was the historical…
Read MoreIs Your Athlete Getting Older – Check Out This Webinar!
Webinar – Ski & Snowboard Pathways after High School Please join US Ski and Snowboard on October 24th at 6pm MDT for an information night about the many options to continue competitive skiing and snowboarding after high school! NCAA and USCSA coaches and athletes will present information about their programs, including what collegiate competitions are…
Read MoreUSSS Establishes Parent Code of Conduct
US. Ski & Snowboard recently published a Parent’s Code of Conduct, (similar to the Member Code of Conduct) which ensures an atmosphere of sportsmanship for all participants and spectators. All club affiliates should take a moment to review this important information. USSS also recently reminded parents that they have public tools that allow parents to…
Read MorePreseason Training – Get Your Body Ready to Rip!
The season is rapidly approaching and it is time to get back into shape. Check out these videos for some dryland workout ideas to get your body ready to rip! How to Get in Shape for Ski Season in 7 Moves 30 Minute Ski Conditioning Workout
Read MoreResearch Says Young Athletes Need More Than Just Practice To Succeed
However, many athletes never quite cross the 10,000 hour finish line, and have used the scapegoat reason, “I just didn’t have enough time to commit to the sport.”
Read MoreCoaching With a Purpose: Mixing Mental Lessons With Physical Ones
In just the last two decades, coaches are finally realizing the tremendous impact they can have on their win/loss record and the respect of their athletes by coaching the mental game.
Read More10 Ways You’re Causing Your Child Sport-Induced Stress
Sports can be fun, but for many children, sports can be extremely stressful.
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