Counting the Cost

Most parents think that their children are the most talented, most intelligent, and most likeable human beings on the planet. Even though this conclusion represents, for the most part, a biased perspective, when it comes to sport participation, many caregivers don't stop to evaluate the reality of their presuppositions and the total cost it takes to raise a star elite athlete.

Three university professors, however, desire to paint a realistic picture by providing an honest look at the components necessary for one to become a star athlete.

Counting the Cost: Raising & Coaching Elite Athletes is a template that will help caregivers see a holistic view of the necessary ingredients involved for a player to become known as an "elite athlete." Becoming a star athlete, then, is a symphony production composed of parents, coaches, and athletes all coming together to produce a harmonious product that is enjoyed and admired by all.