Nancy Justis

Justis column: Athletes are being recruited at younger ages, but it’s time to slow down and enjoy the game and competition

Justin column: It’s time to get to bed. Young athletes, and old, will benefit from more rest

Justis column: They don’t have to be the best athlete of the team, but they should show display leadership qualities and a team-first mentality.

Justis column: What is the right way to handle the issue, teach young athletes and still enjoy the experience?

Justin column: Fan behavior and bullying remain a problem across Iowa and country

Justis column: Here’s a guide to handling inappropriate behavior and unruly fans during sporting events

As the grandmother of a soon-to-be ninth-grader who started strength training during the past year, I’m here to tell you the experts think it is OK to begin strength training — as long as the trainer is qualified.

Justis column: NIL guidelines have widened the door for high school athletes to begin earning compensation, with a few exceptions. But is it healthy to focus on marketing for younger and younger athletes?

Justis column: Writer was a competitive swimmer with a team early in high school

Justis column: Coaches can impact young athletes into adulthood so taking positive stance is vital

Justis column: Coaches and parents need to recognize the signs and make sports fun for youth. Specialization plays a role in added stress.

Youths also can struggle with pressures to perform and win, so making sports ‘fun’ is important at all ages

A new national league showcases some of the best players in the country, but what is its role in high school sports?

A reminder that athletics teach valuable life lessons

Reward effort in young athletes, not performance