Sportstars

Searched for

442 results found
get mental
Best Basketball Dribbling Drills For Better Control 
The following practice guide will help you improve your dribbling skills and techniques. Here are the best basketball drills for better control. Read more
Master Your Martial Arts: 5 Top Tips for Skill Improvement
Martial arts is a discipline that requires control over the body and mind. It requires coordination, balance, flexibility, and strength to power through explosive movements. Mastering martial arts skills is not just a goal; it’s a journey of self-discovery, discipline, and continuous improvement. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned karate kid, there’s always... Read more
How To Increase Endurance To Maximize Performance
Athletes know that endurance is key to excelling in their sport. Whether running the soccer field, dominating the basketball court, or powering through a lacrosse game, stamina is needed to be able to perform. But how can athletes increase endurance to maximize performance to take athletic performance to the next level? There are a few... Read more
10 Essential Skills Every Lacrosse Player Should Master
Once joining a lacrosse team, players will find there’s more to the sport than just wielding a stick and learning the rules. To be a good lacrosse player, athletes need to master a diverse set of skills that include strategy and athleticism.  Whether you’re a newcomer to the sport or... Read more
Beyond The Field: Life Lessons Learned At Sports Camps
Sports camps are the place to be for athletes who are looking to amp up their game. Along with increasing skill sets, these camps also provide other important lessons that go beyond the field and can be applied to various aspects of life. Attending a sports camp is a great way to... Read more
Balancing Academics and Athletics: Time Management Tips For Athletes
Athletes put their blood, sweat, tears—and even more heart into their sport. Schedules of a youth athlete are packed with practices, cross-training, and games or competitions. This leaves very little energy left to then hit the books. However, balancing academics and athletics is important for athletes. And so is time... Read more
What To Expect At Specialized Sports Camps
At a specialized sports camps, athletes can take their game to new heights. At these camps, athletes join together to embark on a unique journey. This includes skill refinement, camaraderie, and athletic growth. When choosing a specialized sports camp athletes will work on technical skills related to thatt sport. But... Read more
EVERYMAN WHO DOES EVERYTHING | NorCal Football Player Of The Year: Charles Williams
Between The Lines, In The Classroom And Around Campus — There Was Nowhere Charles Williams Didn’t Make An Impact For State Bowl-Champion Marin Catholic PHOTOS: Bill Schneider/Varsitypix.com Marin Catholic football coach Mazi Moayed remembers his first impressions when a freshman named Charles Williams joined his program in 2020. “He was young.... Read more
SportStars NorCal Girls Basketball Rankings | Jan. 2
NorCal Girls Basketball Rankings Open 2024 With Just Three New Teams Entering; Showcases And Transfer Eligibility May Spice Things Up Though • NorCal Girls Basketball Rankings All records are through Saturday, Dec. 30 Previous rank in parenthesis. Records obtained through MaxPreps.com PICTURED ABOVE: Junior Jada Tupou of No. 2 Folsom.... Read more
THUNDER ROAD | Rocklin Football Paves Way To First SJS Title Since ’09
A Blue-Collar Mentality And A Dominant Defense Were On Full Display In Rocklin’s Div. II Championship Victory Over St. Mary’s-Stockton PICTURED ABOVE: Rocklin senior Spencer Patton (6) congratulates sophomore quarterback Reeve Slone following the Thunder’s championship win Saturday night. (Ben Enos photos) Rocklin head football coach Jason Adams isn’t really... Read more
STAYING HUNGRY | Late Touchdown Lifts El Cerrito To NCS Div. II Crown
El Cerrito Football Punches Its Return Ticket Into CIF Bowl Playoffs With Last-Minute Comeback Win Over Windsor PICTURED ABOVE: Jayvon Bolds celebrates his go-ahead touchdown with a little more than a minute left in the game. (Ben Enos photos) It would be easy to understand if the El Cerrito High... Read more
OF MUSTANGS AND MEN | Hardened Monterey Trail Football Team Rolls On
Monterey Trail Football Found Strength, Cohesion During Tough Nonleague Slate — And After 35-34 Win Over Grant, They’re Metro League Champs Once Again PICTURED ABOVE: Monterey Trail captains, from left to right: Elijah Folau, Elijah Wilder, Cam Haynie and Joseph Barrientos. (Ben Enos photos) When adversity hits, the most consistent... Read more