

The Parent’s Guide to Choosing the Right Summer Camp
Picking a summer camp can feel weirdly high-stakes. Not because it’s life-or-death, but because you’re choosing who your kid will spend long days with, how they’ll be treated, and what they’ll come home talking about. You want them safe. You want them happy. You want them to make friends. And if we’re being honest, you’d love for them to fall asleep at 8:30 without a fight because they actually burned some energy. I’ve been on both sides of this. I’m a dad of three. I spent f


Coaching by Example: What Makes a Great Youth Sports Coach?
At Next Level Sports Camp, we believe coaching is about more than drawing up plays or running drills—it's about connection, energy,...


What College & High School Coaches Really Look for in Young Athletes
As a former college basketball coach at UC Santa Barbara and a varsity head coach at the high school level, I’ve seen just about...


The Power of Cross-Training in Youth Sports
When it comes to sports, many of us grew up focusing on just one game. But nowadays, there’s a lot to be said for mixing it up....


Why This Blog Exists: The Power of Sports and Personal Growth
This blog should have been written years ago, but as we expand to Ventura, I couldn't think of a better time time to go back to why this...
How to Handle the Pressure: Tips for Parents and Athletes in Competitive Youth Sports
Competitive sports can be both exhilarating and challenging for young athletes. While the thrill of the game fuels passion and...




















