Monthly Archive: June 2012

Jun 27

Android Phone Cameras–Which One is Best for Coaches?

In the June 2012 issue of Wired Magazine, they did a test of a number of Android phone cameras.  They rated the HTC One X as the best especially for “rapid-fire sports shots.”  The HTC One X has a burst mode–the only Android phone with it–that allows it to shoot four frames per second.  While …

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Jun 25

June 2012 Coaching Resource of the Month–Respect in Sport

The Institute for Sport Coaching is proud to announce it has partnered with Respect in Sport, Canada’s only interactive, online certification program, to provide the best possible online training for coaches and parent to protect our youth and enhance an organization’s mandate for safe, fun and respectful environments for all. Respect in Sport was developed …

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Jun 17

New Red Cross First Aid Smartphone App–Great for Coaches

The American Red Cross has come out with a free First Aid iPhone app.  This new app features: • Simple step-by-step instructions guide you through everyday first aid scenarios. • Fully integrated with 9-1-1 so you can call EMS from the app at any time. • Safety tips for everything, from severe winter weather to …

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Jun 02

That time of year again – look to the skies before taking to the field

I deal with weather issues daily.  Canceling, rescheduling and closing fields for safety. June is Lightening Awareness. National Weather Service states that 1 in 1000 people in the United States will be affected by lightening annually some how. Dorchester, adult soccer game in a thunder and lightening storm, playing on a a field with foot of …

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