Forging Her Own Path
Last Updated on Thursday, 15 September 2011 11:51 | 
Written by Gwen Farnsworth | 
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Coach Alberta Board member Brenda Van Tighem has just embarked on one of the most significant journeys of her coaching career. Her destination -- Daegu, South Korea, the site of the 2011 World Athletics Championships from August 27th to September 4th. Read the entire article here.
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Long-Term Athlete Development Information for Parents
Last Updated on Tuesday, 17 January 2012 11:06 | Written by Gwen Farnsworth | |
Many parents are looking for answers to explain what is right for their child when it comes to athletic development. As a coach, you need something that will help explain the facts in an easy, accurate, and user-friendly manner. The Coaching Association of Canada, in coordination with LTAD expert Colin Higgs, has created the following document: “Long-Term Athlete Development Information for Parents” to help coaches educate the parents of the children in their programs.
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Coaching Female Athletes
Last Updated on Tuesday, 17 January 2012 11:07 | Written by Gwen Farnsworth | |
This publication is designed as a reference for coaches of female athletes. The publication provides information about the needs, interests and experiences of female athletes to support coaches in fostering their physical, mental, emotional and social potential. Regardless of the gender of the coach, he or she must recognize the specific needs of their athletes and understand the unique characteristics of female athletes. Click here to download the document.
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Canadian Journal for Women in Coaching
Last Updated on Tuesday, 17 January 2012 11:07 | Written by Gwen Farnsworth | |
The July issue is titled: Exploring the Learning Environment of Women Coaches
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Positive Coaching
Last Updated on Tuesday, 17 January 2012 11:07 | Written by Gwen Farnsworth | |
Positive coaching: coaches must be open to self-examination, lifelong learning. Click here for more information.
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28 Canadians named to IFAF World Team Roster
Football Canada - Football Canada is proud to announce that 28 Canadians are among the 44 players named to the IFAF (International Federation of American Football) World Team which will face Team USA -- composed of top prospects from the class of 2012, in the third annual International Bowl (formerly the USA vs. the World) on Wednesday, February 1st in Austin, Texas.
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COUNTDOWN TO THE TIM HORTONS BRIER BEGINS
Canadian Curling Association - The countdown to the 2012 Tim Hortons Brier, presented by Monsanto, has officially begun, as two of the 12 men’s provincial/territorial championships are underway in Quebec and Prince Edward Island.
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Amway Canada to return as title sponsor of Canadian Championship
Canadian Soccer Association - The Canadian Soccer Association is pleased to announce that Amway Canada will return as the title sponsor of the Canadian Championship and become a primary partner of the association with an involvement in the Active Start Soccer Fests, National Teams and the Canadian Soccer Association’s National Championships.
