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TPM #315: Exercise Should Never Be Used As Punishment.
We were raised on running laps for being late or burpees for making a mistake, but this approach is taking the fun out of sport and physical activity…
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Greg Lawlor
TPM #314: Eyes Wide Open?
Widespread dysfunction across youth sport has hit your region. The results are not good for our children’s experience.
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Greg Lawlor
TPM #313 : Celebrating Father’s Day
A tribute to strong Dads', positive influences and great lessons from our fathers.
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Greg Lawlor
TPM #312 : The Coaching Skill Of Managing Playing Time
When youth athletes rise to the highest levels, managing playing time becomes a critical coaching skill.
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Greg Lawlor
TPM #311: Olga Hrycak Successfully Coached Men Long Before The Current Trend.
Olga Hrycak coached boys/men basketball at the high school, collegiate & university levels for 48 years in Montreal. Her journey is remarkable & we all…
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Greg Lawlor

May 2025

TPM #310: Success Stories In Sport We Can Learn From.
While their are many stories of the negativity of sports parents, there are also positive ones. Today we focus on the positive.
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Greg Lawlor
TPM #309: Gym Teacher To The Picket Line.
Some historical perspective on why our physical and mental health has declined so much and 7 ways to reverse this trend.
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Greg Lawlor
TPM #308 : It’s A Good Day!
The sun is shining.
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Greg Lawlor
TPM #307: Basketball Great Shares Critical Message On Treat Others With Respect.
Competition does not give green light for disrespecting others. A message that all kids and parents need to hear.
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Greg Lawlor

April 2025

TPM #306: Cooperating With Those of Different Backgrounds.
My heritage was the hated one during a time of political and cultural revolt, here are 4 lessons to celebrate cultural differences through sport.
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Greg Lawlor
TPM #305 : The Confidence Challenge
6 tips on building confidence in our young athletes, arguably the most important skill to develop.
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Greg Lawlor
TPM #304: How a Summer Basketball Camp Highlighted A Critical Developmental Step.
Typecasting in youth sports can impede development. Part of a coach's job is to allow development through new experiences. Here is a reminder on how.
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Greg Lawlor
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