Winters over the last few years have continuously become harsher and scientists believe this has made allergy seasons worse than ever. With longer dormant periods, at the first sign of spring, trees send a rush of pollen into the air. As spring’s tree pollen allergies wind down, grass and other summer allergies begin to flare:…
The word “team” is used all the time. So much so that this extremely profound word has lost some of its luster and a lot of its meaning. A team, the team, your team is a constant part of almost everyone’s vernacular and its definition seems simple: a team is a group of people joined…
Summer is quickly approaching and our field hockey season at Koa is coming to a close. Although we get a break from the structure of weekly practices and games, it is important that everyone be active during the summer so we can maintain our A – game playing style when fall rolls around again. This week’s blog discusses some…
One of the greatest joys of raising children (and perhaps, too, one of the most underappreciated) is when your child has matured to the point that they can partake in team sports and have the confidence to make independent athletic decisions – whether that means taking shots or assisting a teammate or two. It’s at…
Recently there has been a new fashion movement catching everyone’s attention. No, leg warmers are not back in style, much to my chagrin; rather, this year’s hottest look is a simple red shirt. However, unlike many other societal trends in style, this novel adaptation of the red shirt means a lot more for the youth…
At Koa, as we have previously discussed, we take every possible precaution to ensure that children are protected from injury. However, every athlete and parent should be aware that accidents happen. Most injuries include minor cuts and bruises and will heal on their own in little time. Occasionally, however, more serious injuries occur and these…
Coaches are like shoes. They come in all different shapes and sizes, they provide different benefits and while their appearances often vary, they all serve the same purpose: to provide support, stability and protection. However, there is one large distinction between coaches and shoes (besides the smell that accrues over time), coaches go that extra…
At Koa Sports, our core values include being positive and dedicated, thinking team-first, and most importantly, having fun. This means that we approach our teams with a constructive mindset, demonstrating solutions to tough problems, and instilling confidence in our young athletes that can help improve their game. Our coaches are dedicated to our sports community…
Welcome back to the Monday field hockey blog. Today we will discuss how having different coaches is beneficial to your child’s skill growth. No Two Coaches are the Same No one is immune to falling into a specific coach’s teaching habits—this sometimes makes it difficult to then adjust your form of play when you begin working with…
At KOA sports, we do everything in our power to ensure that our athletes are safe, and that includes retaining the services of a DC and Maryland personal injury lawyer. With the help of the experienced Washington DC personal injury attorneys at Cohen & Cohen, PC, we can see that we are up-to-date on all…
