Comments on: Hockey Burnout

By: Athletic Alley Blog Carnival – July 15, 2009 | Athletic Alley

Athletic Alley Blog Carnival – July 15, 2009 | Athletic Alley — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 16:10:36 +0000

[...] Gans presents Hockey Burnout posted at Sports Fan Four, saying, “From youth hockey all the way up to the pro’s, [...]

By: Josh Gans

Josh Gans — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 23:55:29 +0000

My thoughts exactly Rich, I’m glad that the point is easily seen in this article and i as well hope that it hits home to those needed.

By: Rich Dansereau

Rich Dansereau — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 23:31:23 +0000

Burnout is a real issue. As you state there are numerous things any adolescent and teenager has to deal with so the added pressure to perform to unrealistic standards can be very damaging. Encouragement and support are one thing, hyper-competitive parents who are trying to realize some glory they never had through their children’s performance is unhealthy and wrong. I hope this article reaches the parents and coaches who need it.