03/09/2026
Watching young athletes grow is one of the most rewarding parts of coaching.
Some of the athletes in this group have been in our program for 18 months now, and the progress is impossible to miss. Not just in strength or speed—but in confidence, coordination, and how they approach challenges.
At 12–13 years old, the goal isn’t to turn them into specialists. The goal is exposure. Different movements. Different physical challenges. Different ways of learning how their bodies work.
We want them climbing, sprinting, jumping, balancing, lifting, and playing.
Over time, this kind of variety helps build athletes who are versatile, resilient, and durable.
A reminder for parents: this is the age to explore multiple sports or physical activities - enough variety that they aren’t specializing too early
The more they move, the more they grow. 💪