CoachCorner Blog
- How to Become a High School Coach in Illinois — The IHSA requirements, approved courses, costs and steps to coach high school sports in Illinois, even if you're not a teacher.
- How Much Do Youth Sports Coaches Get Paid? — What rec, club, school and private coaches earn, what raises pay, and how to find the stipend for any school job.
- The Cost of Youth Sports is Rising—So Why Aren't Coaches Getting Paid More? — Youth sports costs have jumped 46% since 2020. Families are paying more than ever—but most coaches are still earning $12–15/hr. Something has to change.
- Why You Should Coach Youth Sports — Coaching youth sports is one of the most rewarding things an adult can do—for the kids and for yourself. Here are five powerful lessons you gain that go far beyond the game.
- Top 5 Most Memorable Moments in Super Bowl History — With Super Bowl LIX on the horizon, we look back at five of the most iconic moments in Super Bowl history — from Namath's guarantee to the greatest comeback ever.
- Victor Wembanyama: 2025 NBA All-Star! — In just his second season, Victor Wembanyama has earned his first All-Star selection — averaging 24.4 points, 10.8 rebounds, and a league-leading 3.9 blocks.
- New England McDonald's Owners Serve Up Big Support for Youth Sports — McDonald's owners and operators across New England raised over $40,000 for local youth sports programs — proving that community impact goes well beyond the menu.
- The Evolution of Gymnastics – A Sport Transformed Over Recent Years — From open-ended scoring to AI-assisted training and a growing focus on mental health, gymnastics is transforming in ways that promise a more inclusive and athlete-centered future.
- How to Build a Winning Resume for Youth Sports Coaches — Over 60% of the 20,000+ resumes we've reviewed have zero sports-related experience listed. Here's what you need to include to actually get the interview.
- The Rise of Youth Sports Coaching as a Career Path — I never envisioned a youth sports coaching career when I was young — but once I started, I realized it was one of the most fulfilling things I'd ever done. Here's my story.
- Kicking Off a New Journey: How to Become a Youth Soccer Coach (And Have a Blast Doing It!) — If you've ever thought about coaching youth soccer, you're in for an exciting adventure. Here's a fun, step-by-step guide to getting started and making a real impact on the field.
- Incorporating Life Lessons into Youth Sports — Coaches have a unique opportunity to shape young athletes — not just as players, but as people. Here are strategies to weave life lessons into every practice and game.