The following post is an excerpt from The Tennis Parent’s Bible. Thanks for visiting, Frank Giampaolo
20 Life Lessons Developed Through Sports
In Frank’s new book: Raising Athletic Royalty (Insights to Inspire for a Lifetime), Frank uncovers everything a parent or coach doesn’t even know…they need to know. Participating in sport develops leaders by teaching the following skill sets:
- Time management
- Adaptability and flexibility skills
- Ability to handle adversity
- Ability to handle stress
- Courage
- A positive work ethic
- Perseverance
- Setting priorities
- Goal setting
- Sticking to commitments
- Determination
- Problem solving skills
- Spotting patterns and tendencies
- Discipline
- The understanding of fair play and sportsmanship
- The development of focus
- Persistence
- The importance of preparation
- Dedication and self-control
- Positive self-image
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