Rick Wolff -The Sports Edge: Recent Episodes
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Hard to believe, but only about 12 states allow shot clocks in high school basketball. Does that make sense in this day and age?
A warning sign to parents: What will youth and amateur sports be like ten years from now?
Will MLB's new rule changes attract younger fans? New York State Hall of Famer Dom Scala adds his perspective.
It's time to punish out of control sports parents; a candid interview with Russ Petrocelli, principal at DePaul Catholic High School and Vice President of NJSIAA.
How can my kid get a job in sports? Insightful Tips from Larry Berger of USA TODAY Sports.
US Soccer does not renew the contract of its Head Coach for the Men's National Team due to playing time complaints from parents.
What all sports parents need to know about cardiac concerns and their kids: A candid talk with noted cardiologist Dr. Franklin Zimmerman
The time has come to bring a stop to the declining number of High School referees. An interview with long time NBA referee Bob Delaney on how to do it.
A closer look at Title IX and booster clubs and just how complicated this relationship can be.
How and Why the Younger American Generation of Sports Fans Are Embracing this Sport in a Major Way
It's time for school boards to add a little transparency when they decide to fire coaches.
A discussion with Steve Kallas on why hazing is so difficult to stop, based on a new powerful documentary.
A candid conversation with Dr. Eric Small, renowned Pediatric Sports Medicine expert at Mount Sinai Hospital, about physical and mental concerns in our young athletes.
A closer look at the shortage of refs at high school games-an interview with Barry Mano, President of the National Association of Sports Officials.
How cell phones and social media can turn our kids lives upside down when it comes to their mental health?
Your Athlete's Mental Health: A Serious Conversation on What Every Sports Parent Needs to Know.
The creeping curse of sports entitlement: how it continues to erode the basic core values of hard work and practice.
Little League Baseball had the chances to do the right thing this week involving a controversial ending to a playoff game, but decided to pass.
Are giant youth sports complexes here to stay? Or is the market becoming oversaturated?
The growing debate about Headers in Soccer and Concussions. Matt Allen of Byram Hills HS Boys Soccer provides his insights.
Refs who fight back against coaches and parents. Plus, the ongoing debate about young kids playing up in competition.
Talking about Big League Chew with Rob Nelson, and discussing the Jump from High School sports to College with Jack Smithlin.
Taking a deeper look at the U.S. Supreme Court decision allowing HS coaches to hold a prayer session after a game at a public school.
A deeper look into the NIL & how its going to change college recruiting into the wild wild west.
Talking with NYS Section One head Marc Baiocco about the new plans to curb racial taunting at high school sports events
Well respected High School varsity basketball coach quits because of out of control confrontational parents.
The US Supreme Court set to decide whether a High School Football Coach in a public school district has the right to say a post-game prayer with his players.
How to have a career in sports; invaluable advice from Larry Berger, Senior Producer of USA Today Sports.
It's time to finally get serious about sports parents who attack refs and umps. Plus, audio of Jackie Robinson's final Major League hit!
Talking inside sports parenting with WFAN colleague Brandon Tierney of Tiki and Tierney.
Australian basketball players are being taught that the key to winning is passing the ball. Is this the start of a new direction in youth hoops? A discussion with ESPN's Noah Savage.
What are the most pressing issues in youth and amateur sports today? The callers chime in with their thoughts.
More on how to engage kids in Little League Baseball, the magic of Saint Peters Men's Basketball team and more incidents of racial taunting at High School sporting events.
Why is Little League baseball losing enrollment numbers? An in-depth discussion with Steve Kallas.
If we want to stop bad behaviour at our kids High School games, we need real accountability.
More discussion to Pearl River HS and Its Slowness to Take Action Regarding Racial Taunting
A lost and essential teachable moment at Pearl River High school involving racial taunts at a Varsity Basketball game.
A candid discussion of where we are with sports parenting in 2022; are we really headed in the right direction.
Is it becoming more difficult to coach kids these days due to the changing priorities and tastes in sports?
Will USA Hockey finally make protective neck guards mandatory for all amateur Ice Hockey players?
Running up the score? Parents attacking refs? The time has come to stop this nonsense and really enforce real sportsmanship.
Are superior athletes blessed with both physical talent as well as a kind of DNA that propels them to compete? Can that drive be taught?
Why is there a growing trend of fewer kids playing team sports? The reasons why may surprise you.
What will be the long range impact of NIL on college, HS, travel, and middle school athletes? Will it be the Wild Wild West?
The controversy regarding transgender athletes continues with a focus on UPenn swimmer Lia Thomas.
A High School football player at an elite national program sues school for being hazed and injured. Why can't we stop the hazing madness?
What can we do as sports parents, coaches and educators to finally break the terrible tradition of high school athletes hazing their teammates?
This week: A HS football team wins 106-0 and the school district is under fire; students on PA verbally abuse a female hockey goalie and no adult intervenes; a HS team's push to win state championship taken down by hazing accusations; and Odell Beckham Sr. becomes an NFL helicopter dad.
The Runners Show: Everything runners of all ages need to know about running shoes, nutrition, clothing, stretching and more from Long Time running coach Joel Pasternack.
A candid discussion about the real differences between coaching boys and girls in sports.
What every sports parent needs to know about their kid and travel, select and club teams.
The time has come: Here's how we can finally eliminate obnoxious sports parents at our kids games.
The time has come to save the game of baseball: guests Jeffy Frye and Kevin Gallagher explain how this national movement will launch.
Looking Ahead: Some key predictions regarding the future of youth and amateur sports in the US.
A closer look at the Bishop Sycamore HS football team, a true cautionary tale for sports parents and HS athletes.
The State of HS Sports in NJ: An Exclusive Interview with Colleen Maguire, Exec Director of the NJ State Athletic Association.
A candid conversation with New York Times Bestselling Author John Bacon about his new book: LET THEM LEAD: Unexpected Lessons in Leadership from America's Worst High School Ice Hockey Team.
With the impact of the NIL, coaches being charged with murder due to heat deaths and limited direction on COVID rules for fall sports. High School sports have suddenly become the Wild Wild West!
The bizarre case from South Side High School where the Girls Championship Soccer coaches were not re-hired by the school board. How could this be?
What will be the legacy of Simone Biles' courageous decision to talk about her mental block in the Olympics?
Talking about the next generation of sports psychology with 16-year old Brandon Shintani of Mind Design sports.org plus the impact of Ted Lasso on today's coaches.
What's it like for a High School Baseball coach to see his former player get drafted #1 overall in the country? Matt Hillis of Fox Lane High School talks about Henry Davis, top pick in the 2021 Draft.
As College Athletes begin to profit from name and likeness the question as to what the long term effect will be on College Athletics? Attorney Steve Kallas and Noah Savage of ESPN join to give their perspective as to just what the landscape of College sports will become.
Baseball for the Blind: Long time baseball coach Don Landolphi explains how this marvelous game is played.
The US Supreme Court rules that a school district overstepped its boundaries when it punished a cheerleader who posted her disappointment on social media on not making the varsity team.
Why would a Middle School not include a 14-year old with Down Syndrome in the cheerleading team photo? Is anyone accountable?
What are the really crucial life lessons we want for our kids who play sports? It all starts with parents and coaches.
Another case of bad judgment: HS football coach forces player to eat pizza that violates the kid’s religious beliefs.
We continue to go round and round on the HS transgender debate, but a new Gallup poll provides intriguing insight on how Americans view this issue. Plus a most inspirational HS baseball story from Parkland, FL.
Here's how we can make baseball more entertaining and more fun for the next generation of athletes.
More discussion on what's the best way to teach hitting to kids with Kevin Gallagher, author of Teach Your Kids to Hit So They Don't Quit
Will 15-year old soccer phenom Olivia Moultrie prevail in her lawsuit to play now in the NWSL instead of having to wait until she's 18, and why is the NWSL not allowing this?
New proposed high school sports calendar in NJ is causing some concerns: Longtime High School Coach John Ziemba gives his perspective.
The NCAA is about to eliminate the one-year transfer sit-out rule for football, basketball, ice hockey and baseball. Is this going to work, or is it just going to cause more chaos for college athletes?
Every young athlete needs to have a sense of grit in order to succeed. Here's how you can help them do that.
Will the US Supreme Court decide that college scholarship athletes can profit from their name, likeness, and image?
What's the right punishment for HS coaches who use offensive and anti-Semitic terms with their players?
The time is coming very soon for college athletes to earn income from outside sources: ESPN's Noah Savage and WFAN's Boomer Esiason explain why.
Why haven't high risk Catholic HS Sports in NYC been allowed to start up? Kevin Pigott, President of the Boys CHSAA, is searching for answers.
The time has come for a national panel of blue ribbon experts to oversee youth,amateur and travel/club sports.
Coach X returns to talk about what it's like coaching HS Basketball during the pandemic and the challenges therein.
In spite of the pandemic still being with us, High School sports in the Tri State area are slowly moving ahead. Athletes, Coaches, Officials and Parents are grateful but cautious.
Talking with Rich Cohen, Best Selling Author of PEE WEES: Confessions of a Hockey Parent. This book is a must read for all sports parents.
What sports parents need to know regarding gambling addictions in their kids and how to get help. Don from Gamblers Anonymous provides key insights.
A High School Board of Education in New Jersey tells a star basketball player to stop wearing her Black Lives Matter T-Shirt in Warm-Ups. Does this order conflict with her right of free speech?
The number of High School athletes is declining for the first time in 30 years, and those numbers were reported before COVID hit. Are kids no longer having fun playing sports?
Has the time finally arrived for High School Football to start in New York State? Other states have had football during the pandemic. Why not New York State?
Boston University has made face masks mandatory to be worn for all players during the games. Why in the world aren't all sports programs doing the same?
Why are there still so many college and high school coaches who verbally and, in some cases, physically abuse their players?
A closer look at Wichita State's basketball coach Gregg Marshall, who was accused of allegedly punching a player and choking an assistant coach, and yet still resigned with close to an $8 million severance package. Attorney Steve Kallas explains why.
Another deep dive into how College Sports will change soon, what High School athletes need to know. ESPN's Noah Savage outlines his predictions.
Revolutionary new changes being proposed for the NCAA. ESPN's Noah Savage details why this will benefit college athletes.
Did COVID and Myocarditis cause Keyontae Johnson to collapse during a University of Florida Men's Basketball game? Cardiologist Dr. Franklin Zimmerman discusses the possible causes.
What is MLB's new OneBaseball program and will it change our game for the better? Plus the disturbing case of a youth football coach punching a 9 year old player twice.
How can parents find the right coach for their child athlete? Expert advice from NJ Hall of Famer Jack Smithlin.
An important discussion of sports parenting suggestions to keep your athletes sharp and "in the game" just in case we enter another postponement of sports over the winter months.
How is it possible that Tom Brady and Steve Young sat on the bench in college? An interview with best-selling author Jeff Benedict. Plus the perplexing case of hockey player Mitchell Miller.
Talking about the art and science of long distance running with Coach Joel Pasternack and what HS runners need to know.
The inspirational story of Chris Vasami, former top baseball player, whose unusual comeback battle against thyroid cancer is flat-out remarkable.
How to combat the psychology of Covid fatigue in HS Sports. Instructive insights from Dr. Rob Gilbert of Montclair State University.
Sports parents need to reinforce more than ever the importance of wearing a mask to their athletes.
When it comes to HS sports; the main problem with Covid-19 is that we still don't have the disease under control.
An inside look at why travel and club teams need to be regulated: a fascinating interview with Bob Germano of the North Jersey Vipers softball program.
Now that HS sports are still dealing with season delays, hasn't the time finally come for travel/club teams -- which are playing -- to be overseen by an outside and impartial organization?
What lessons have we realy learned when it comes to sports during the pandemic. Steve Kallas provides some key oversights. And, a look at an unusual charity called Baseball Miracles.
What are the real risks to athletes and their hearts due to Covid? A candid interview with noted cardiologist Dr. Franklin Zimmerman.
The world of college recruiting of HS athletes has been thrown into total chaos due to the pandemic: Nationally-recognized expert Wayne Mazzoni provides some much needed clarity.
Schools will officially open in September. As a sports parent, HS coach, or teacher, will you let your kid play on the school team?
Hearing from student-athletes themselves: In their own words, their stories, their attitudes, and coping with their dashed dreams due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Focusing on the unique challenges of HS Sports in NYC during the pandemic: Talking with Nick Diunte, AD at the HS for Math, Science and Engineering in Manhattan.
NYS and NJ postpone the start of fall high school sports. Lots of unanswered questions remain as sports parents, coaches, and athletes try to find solutions.
Athletes and Their Parents Don't Want to Hear This, But Due to Ongoing Covid Concerns, the Time Has Come to Seriously Consider Moving the Start of HS Sports from September to January.
A New Book on How to Teach Young Kids to Hit a Baseball...plus New York State is Actively Developing Contingency Plans for this Year's HS Sports Seasons Just in Case.
Still looking for solutions/answers for youth, HS, and travel team sports for this fall. Lots of concerns remain on the horizon!
How Parents/Coaches/Athletes Can Maintain a Positive Attitude During these Difficult Times: An Interview with Dr. Rob Gilbert of Montclair State.
Why not flip the traditional fall HS sports to the spring, and the spring sports to the fall? An intriguing idea. Plus Westchester County's Aaron Sabato, first round pick of the Minn Twins, talking about being drafted.
Would you sign a legal document that says you won't sue your school district or travel team if your kid contracts Covid-19? Top attorney Steve Kallas adds his thoughts. Plus - Ted Sabato of Rye Brook, NY, talks about his All-American slugging son Aaron and the upcoming MLB draft.
Sports parents still waiting for detailed and specific safety guidelines as to when their kids can go return to playing sports. It's a most challenging process for everyone.
As the pandemic begins to subside, it's the Sports Parents who will have to decide when they feel it's safe for their kids to go back and play and compete again.
Another HS Recruiting Horror Story: Why You Need to Get Everything in Writing from the College Coach.
The Inside Secrets of College Recruiting: What are the Key Questions Every HS Athlete and their Parents Should Ask.
How Your HS Athlete Can Still Be Recruited to Play Sports in College When They are No Showcases, Tournaments, or Travel Team Programs Operating.
Due to the pandemic wiping out the summer events, travel teams/youth organizations/showcases are now asking for an $8.5 Billion bailout. Top sportswriter Joe Drape of the NY Times provides his insights and thoughts.
US Soccer Federation Suddenly Abolishes Development Academies. So What Happens Next to Youth Soccer? Matt Allen, Highly-Respected Byram Hills HS Coach Shares His Thoughts.
When youth and high school sports finally return, how will we be able to make sure they are all cleared of corona?
How will the pandemic affect sports parents and their kids being involved in summer time showcases and travel teams?Will travel teams survive?
HS baseball program in Washington D.C. has a policy where every kid on the team has to play for the coach's summer travel team ($2,400) or else will get kicked off the HS team and also out of the school. Is this the way of the future?
If you were head of marketing for MLB, how would you sell baseball to the next generation of young athletes?
A candid discussion of both the short-term and long-range impact of Coronavirus on current high school and college athletes.
Vito Chiaravalloti, athletic director at Christian Brothers Academy in NJ, provides an inside look at the pressures facing HS athletes and their parents.