American Sport Psychologist Joel Fish said it best when he likened athletics to an arena wherein we as children have the opportunity to shape our “identity, self-esteem, and self-confidence” into the adults we are today. How many of us remember our very first race, dance, and volleyball or basketball game? Vividly I am sure! Experiences such as these in sports can be quite profound and lasting especially in situations wherein you interacted with your teammates (Where they nice to you?, Were you a leader?), coach (How was he/she as a mentor to you?, Was he/she supportive?), and even parents (Where they supportive of your involvement in sports?, Did they pressure you?). Has your personal experience impacted you as a parent? Have you tried to communicate any of these learning to your child/children? Each