D-ONE Ducks Playbook: A Parent's Guide to Youth Sports

D-ONE Ducks Playbook: A Parent's Guide to Youth Football and Basketball is your shop for navigating youth sports with your child. We believe sports are more than games, but teach discipline, leadership, teamwork, and perseverance. Our blog offers insights, tips, and stories to help you and your child thrive, from nutrition to mental resilience. Join our community to celebrate milestones and empower your child to reach their full potential. Let's take flight together!

From Benchwarmer to MVP – Unleash Your Child's Inner Champion!

Hey D-One Ducks families, Coach Omar here! Does your little Duck spend practice sessions watching from the sidelines, yearning for a shot at touchdown glory? Don't worry, every champion starts somewhe... ...more

Football

March 28, 20242 min read

From Benchwarmer to MVP – Unleash Your Child's Inner Champion!

Juggling Practice and Play - Time Management Tips for Busy Families!

Hey D-One Ducks families, Coach Omar here! Football season is in full swing, and between practices, games, schoolwork, and other activities, things can get hectic! Don't worry, we've all been there. T... ...more

Football

March 28, 20242 min read

Juggling Practice and Play - Time Management Tips for Busy Families!

Footwork Finesse: Mastering the Foundation of Great Basketball

Hey D-ONE Ducks! Coach Brian back with you, and this week we're focusing on the often-overlooked, but crucially important aspect of the game: footwork! Footwork is the foundation of strong basketball ... ...more

Basketball

March 28, 20242 min read

Footwork Finesse: Mastering the Foundation of Great Basketball

Be a Floor General: Mastering the Art of the Basketball Pass

Hey D-ONE Ducks! Coach Brian back on the court, this time to focus on the glue that holds the offense together – the pass! A well-executed pass can create scoring opportunities, break down defenses, a... ...more

Basketball

March 27, 20242 min read

Be a Floor General: Mastering the Art of the Basketball Pass

Building a Winning Nest – How to Be Your Child's Ultimate Football Fan (and Support System)!

Hey D-One Ducks families, Coach Omar here! The season is in full swing, and those tiny tacklers are turning into gridiron gladiators (well, almost!). But remember, D-One Ducks families, your role as t... ...more

Football

March 26, 20243 min read

Building a Winning Nest – How to Be Your Child's Ultimate Football Fan (and Support System)!

The Power of Play - Why Youth Football Benefits Body and Mind!

Hey D-One Ducks families, Coach Omar here! Looking for a fantastic activity that gets your child moving, builds valuable skills, and ignites a passion for teamwork? Look no further than youth football... ...more

Football

March 23, 20242 min read

The Power of Play - Why Youth Football Benefits Body and Mind!

Beyond the Basket: Life Lessons Learned Through Basketball part 2

Hey D-ONE Ducks! Coach Brian here, we're taking a break from drills and game strategies. Today, we'll explore the valuable life lessons basketball teaches us that extend far beyond the hardwood. ...more

Basketball

March 23, 20242 min read

Beyond the Basket: Life Lessons Learned Through Basketball part 2

Going the Distance: Building Basketball Stamina and Endurance

Hey D-ONE Ducks! Coach Brian back on the court, this time to talk about the fuel that keeps you going – stamina and endurance! Basketball is a game of constant movement, quick bursts of energy, and su... ...more

Basketball

March 23, 20242 min read

Going the Distance: Building Basketball Stamina and Endurance

Beyond the Basket: Creating a Basketball Legacy for the Next Generation

Hey D-ONE Ducks Parents, Coach Brian here! This week, let's shift gears and talk about the amazing young athletes we have the privilege of coaching – your future all-stars! Basketball is more than jus... ...more

Basketball

March 22, 20242 min read

Beyond the Basket: Creating a Basketball Legacy for the Next Generation

Ready to Fly, D-One Ducks Families? A Parent's Guide to Soaring into Football!

Hey D-One Ducks families, Coach Omar here! Hear that excited quacking coming from your living room? Does your little one dream of Friday night lights and epic touchdown celebrations? Well, then listen... ...more

Football

March 21, 20243 min read

Ready to Fly, D-One Ducks Families? A Parent's Guide to Soaring into Football!

Beyond the Basket: Life Lessons Learned Through Basketball Part 1

Hey D-ONE Ducks! Coach Brian here, we're stepping off the court and into the classroom of life. Basketball isn't just about buzzer beaters and slam dunks; it teaches valuable skills that translate far... ...more

Basketball

March 21, 20242 min read

Beyond the Basket: Life Lessons Learned Through Basketball Part 1

Building a Winning Mindset with Goal-Setting and Excellence

Hey D-ONE Ducks, Coach Brian here! Buckle up, because this week we're diving deep into the champion's locker room – your mind! We'll be talking about the secret weapon of every superstar athlete: a wi... ...more

Basketball

March 19, 20242 min read

Building a Winning Mindset with Goal-Setting and Excellence