COACHING GIRLS

Parents play a major role in promoting girls’ initial and continued participation and skill development in sport. While some parents take a natural liking to sport, understand the benefits it has for their daughter, and function as active providers for their daughter’s experiences in...

Learning the fundamentals of squash—or any sport—can be challenging, especially for girls who may face learning difficulties or struggle with confidence in their abilities. Whether it’s difficulty with coordination, processing instructions, or retaining techniques, these challenges can lead to frustration and disengagement. As coaches,...

Congratulations on reading the third and final series of the Women and Girls Coaching Course. By completing this course, you have gaged a better understanding of the interrelationship between performance and puberty, adequate ways of communicating with female athletes, and what a healthy body...

Anxiety is a common challenge faced by teenage girls in sports, including squash. The pressure to perform, fear of failure, and social expectations can create significant stress, affecting both their confidence and enjoyment of the game. As coaches, it is essential to recognize these...