Good Game

The V: Parents Who Show Up (No Matter What)

A hop, skip, and a jump around the world of youth sports.

Apr 28 • Melissa Jacobs

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Blow the Whistle: From Soccer Mom to Calling Offsides

I did a thing.

Apr 21 • Melissa Jacobs

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March 2026

First Annual Good Game Youth Sports Awards

Who said award season was over?

Mar 19 • Melissa Jacobs

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We Must Keep Talking About Alysa Liu

Good Game is a 1-2x/week newsletter speaking the language of youth sports parents.

Mar 6 • Melissa Jacobs

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February 2026

Survey Says: Why Girls Really Play Sports

It's not necessarily what you think.

Feb 10 • Melissa Jacobs

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January 2026

The Most Undervalued Position in Youth Sports

Aside from team manager, of course 🤩

Jan 16 • Melissa Jacobs

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December 2025

The V: Navigating a Toxic Coach

+ other notable youth sports news and columns to keep you looped in

Dec 16, 2025 • Melissa Jacobs

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Which Sport Has the Most Negative Parents?

The contestants: flag football, baseball, basketball, and soccer.

Dec 4, 2025 • Melissa Jacobs

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November 2025

How Your Kid Can Get Faster AND Minimize Injury Risk

A recording from Melissa Jacobs's live video

Nov 14, 2025 • Melissa Jacobs and Andre | AM Speed Training

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Winter Workout Warning

Your kid will be just fine.

Nov 12, 2025 • Melissa Jacobs

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October 2025

The Drills Youth Sports Coaches Swear By

Come share yours, too!

Oct 30, 2025 • Melissa Jacobs

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Give it a Rest (Day)

Is your youth athlete utilizing the most accessible secret weapon?

Oct 17, 2025 • Melissa Jacobs

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