Russell HodgesCould lack of respect be driving referees away from youth sports?“People don’t respect the emblem anymore.”Dec 1, 2015Dec 1, 2015
Russell HodgesU.S. Soccer implements new rules to eliminate heading, reduce risk of concussionsLast Monday, U.S. Soccer announced it would be implementing new rules to reduce the emphasis on heading in competition and cut down the…Nov 20, 2015Nov 20, 2015
Russell HodgesWhy parents are the reason youth sports participation is trending downwardA recent survey conducted by the Sports and Fitness Industry Association reported the number of kids ages 6 to 17 that played youth team…Nov 6, 2015Nov 6, 2015
Russell HodgesViolent threats toward youth league officials another indicator of disturbing social trendAfter a junior football league in Pennsylvania was forced to cancel the remaining four games of its season due to a series of threats…Oct 22, 2015Oct 22, 2015
Russell HodgesPatriots QB Tom Brady speaks out about growing competition in youth sportsOn Monday, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady appeared on his weekly radio spot with WEEI in Boston and gave his thoughts on the…Oct 8, 2015Oct 8, 2015
Russell HodgesFinancial donations, new storage space helping youth football programs rebound from equipment theftSeveral youth football organizations have had equipment stolen from them over the past several weeksOct 1, 2015Oct 1, 2015
Russell HodgesRecent arrests prove sexual abuse remains big problem in youth sportsWith coaches and officials continuing to sexually violate young athletes, organizations like the National Council for Youth Sports are…Sep 24, 2015Sep 24, 2015
Russell HodgesConcussion safety becoming key focal point in youth sportsWith concerns over concussions in professional sports rising, both state governments and youth sports organizations are taking greater…Sep 17, 2015Sep 17, 2015
Russell HodgesAre the rising prices of youth sports dooming low-income families?With competition increasing, overwhelming athletic fees are putting underprivileged children at a disadvantageSep 10, 2015Sep 10, 2015