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🧠 Winning vs. Development: Why They’re Not the Same in Youth Sports
Austin Largusa 9/30/25 Austin Largusa 9/30/25

🧠 Winning vs. Development: Why They’re Not the Same in Youth Sports

Winning feels good, but it doesn’t always mean your child is developing. Research in sports psychology shows true growth comes from effort, decision-making, and habits — not just the scoreboard. Learn how to shift the focus from short-term wins to long-term development.

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🚗 What to Say (and Not Say) After Your Child’s Game: The Car Ride Home Guide
Austin Largusa 9/17/25 Austin Largusa 9/17/25

🚗 What to Say (and Not Say) After Your Child’s Game: The Car Ride Home Guide

The car ride home can shape how your child feels about sports. Discover 5 practical, compassionate tips for post-game conversations that build confidence.

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5 Ways Parents Can Support Their Student Athlete’s Journey
Austin Largusa 9/9/25 Austin Largusa 9/9/25

5 Ways Parents Can Support Their Student Athlete’s Journey

Supporting a student athlete goes beyond wins and losses. Discover five compassionate, science-backed ways to help your child grow in confidence, balance, and leadership—on and off the field.

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Too many kids reach high school without real fundamentals.
We see it every season — and we’re choosing to fix it early.

HorsePower Prep Academy is built by middle school, high school, and AAU coaches who believe development comes before
🚨 Unpopular truth about youth basketball 🚨

Most kids don’t need more games.
They need better habits.

AAU won’t save you in 6th grade.
“Exposure” won’t matter in 8th.
Playing year-round won’t fix bad decisions,