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A College Coach's Perspective

by Brian Tompkins

Brian Tompkins is the Head Coach of Men's Soccer at Yale University in New Haven, CT. See full bio

July 23, 2008

The Age of the Specialist

Whatever happened to the multi-sport high school athlete? Read More

July 2, 2008

It is always somewhat telling to witness an embarrassed youngster turn to the sidelines during a game and tell their parent to be quiet or calm down and in essence suggest that “this isn’t about you.” Read More

June 25, 2008

You're A Nice Guy But...

Reflecting on the Willie Randolph saga and decency in sports

June 18, 2008

Inspiration From a TV Newsman

Tim Russert was a master connector and communicator who embodied what many coaches would like to be. Read More

June 9, 2008

Are We Coaching The Play Out Of Our Kids?

It is increasingly difficult to find a college freshman who has ever played or even practiced their sport without a coach or other adult around. Read More

May 30, 2008

Welcome To The Dugout

“If Pele had been born in the jungles of Borneo and somebody had given him a soccer ball, he’d have eaten the bloody thing!”

Thus was I introduced at a coaching clinic in England, to the notion that great athletes, even god-like soccer players such as the great Pele, were not born with skill. Read More

Sport and Competition Basics

From schoolyard chants to Super Bowl championships, playful competition finds its way into nearly all aspects of culture. Fighting to win draws on cooperation, concentration, coordination, and creativity--things worth striving for in their own right. That's why sports are more than just fun and games.

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