FOTF Insights
Welcome to the FOTF Insights page. Here is where you can find published insights from our team of experts related to youth sports, administrative best practices, and much more. Stay tuned for more posts!
“Just lose, baby!” : The neglected value of defeat in youth sports
Just Lose, Baby. You’ll end up winning a lot more if you do.
Process Beats Posting: How to Successfully Navigate the Sea of Social Media
In the dynamic landscape of modern marketing, social media has emerged as a powerhouse for building brand identity and fostering connections. In today's world, it's just as vital to your club as having a newsletter, website or any traditional print advertising.
The Tyranny of the Urgent - Administrative Overload and Its Impact on Strategic Planning in Youth Sports Leadership
Many leaders of youth and amateur sports organizations are drawn to this industry because teamwork, character-building, and athletic development form the very foundation of these organizations.
Yet beneath this dedication lies a formidable challenge for any youth sports leader – the rising tide of administrative tasks and parent requests for time and attention.
The Balancing Act: Why Timely Email Responses are the Lifeblood of a Coach or Sports Club Director
Coaches and sports club directors are the backbone of any successful athletic program. They dedicate countless hours to training athletes, organizing competitions, and ensuring the smooth operation of their clubs. Yet, one often-overlooked aspect of their roles is the constant barrage of emails from parents and other community members.
Series: ‘A Note to Parents’ - The Arc of Sports can save us from 2020
In this series of posts, published by our CEO Tyler Kreitz for ADVNC Lacrosse, Tyler sheds light on pressing issues facing families in youth sports. Not only does Tyler provide valuable insight on these issues from top researchers in the space, but also tangible solutions to instill positive change in the youth sports ecosystem coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Series: ‘A Note to Parents’ - The Silver Linings Pandemic
In this series of posts, published by our CEO Tyler Kreitz for ADVNC Lacrosse, Tyler sheds light on pressing issues facing families in youth sports. Not only does Tyler provide valuable insight on these issues from top researchers in the space, but also tangible solutions to instill positive change in the youth sports ecosystem coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Series: ‘A Note to Parents’ - Listen to the Lessons from Sports
In this series of posts, published by our CEO Tyler Kreitz for ADVNC Lacrosse, Tyler sheds light on pressing issues facing families in youth sports. Not only does Tyler provide valuable insight on these issues from top researchers in the space, but also tangible solutions to instill positive change in the youth sports ecosystem coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic.
LeagueApps Blog ‘6 Ways to Make Money for Your Youth Sports Organization’
The truth of the matter is, a youth sports organization won’t function if it’s doesn’t make money. There are so many costs—from uniforms to referees to staff to technology to equipment and beyond. And you, of course, would like to be able to put some money in your own pocket.
LeagueApps spoke with Tyler Kreitz, Founder of Focus on the Field to get his insight on ways to make money for your youth sports organization.
Series: ‘A Note to Parents’ - Make it Intentionally Good
In this series of posts, published by our CEO Tyler Kreitz for ADVNC Lacrosse, Tyler sheds light on pressing issues facing families in youth sports. Not only does Tyler provide valuable insight on these issues from top researchers in the space, but also tangible solutions to instill positive change in the youth sports ecosystem coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Series: ‘A Note to Parents’ - The Structure Should Match the Kids
In this series of posts, published by our CEO Tyler Kreitz for ADVNC Lacrosse, Tyler sheds light on pressing issues facing families in youth sports. Not only does Tyler provide valuable insight on these issues from top researchers in the space, but also tangible solutions to instill positive change in the youth sports ecosystem coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Series: ‘A Note to Parents’ - Focus on the Fit
In this series of posts, published by our CEO Tyler Kreitz for ADVNC Lacrosse, Tyler sheds light on pressing issues facing families in youth sports. Not only does Tyler provide valuable insight on these issues from top researchers in the space, but also tangible solutions to instill positive change in the youth sports ecosystem coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Expanding the Playing Field (Podcast)
In this episode of LeagueApps’ “Play It Forward” podcast, our CEO Tyler Kreitz discusses how to expand the playing field to make youth sports more accessible. Tyler addresses topics such as lessening economic barriers to entry, creatively financing scholarships, and increasing parent engagement.
Series: ‘A Note to Parents’
In this series of posts, published by our CEO Tyler Kreitz for ADVNC Lacrosse, Tyler sheds light on pressing issues facing families in youth sports. Not only does Tyler provide valuable insight on these issues from top researchers in the space, but also tangible solutions to instill positive change in the youth sports ecosystem coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic.