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Hugh will lead you to question, as a parent, coach or educator, some common accepted practices in youth sports. It will make you wonder what these practices are doing to the mindset of young athletes. Hugh will also make you think about some simple things that can be done as a parent, coach and educator to turn the tide and inspire children to love the game and want to participate in sports for longer.
Hugh is a middle school educator with 15 years of experience within the Surrey School District and has resided in Langley, BC with his family for the past 8 years. He currently teaches grades 6 and 7 at Fraser Wood Elementary School. Hugh received his master's degree in educational leadership from Simon Fraser University and his teaching diploma from the University of British Columbia. He is the past president and vice president of the Surrey Elementary Schools Athletic Association. Hugh coaches various sports in schools and has now started coaching his children in soccer and baseball in the Langley community. Hugh's areas of interest include youth in sport, coaching, passion-based learning (Genius Hour), leadership and the power of a growth mindset. He is the proud husband of Denni and father of Cole and Danica.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx
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