Physical activity has been proven to help boost self-esteem and focus while decreasing anxiety and depression. Despite these positive effects on mental health, many children and teens don’t get the...
Treating Eating Disorders in Sports
The pressures that athletes endure often spill over into their daily lives, putting their health at risk. That is especially true when it comes to disordered eating. While athletes can...
Speed, Agility and Quickness with Next Level Sports Performance
You have three buckets, each one containing various amounts of sand. Some are full, some are empty, and some are half full. In order to attain the highest level of...
How Do You Properly Stretch An Injured Muscle?
Stretching can help young athletes heal their newly injured muscle, helping them get back in the game sooner. However, stretching too much, or at the wrong time, can cause further...
Staying Healthy During Holidays: Physically, Mentally and Emotionally
During the joy of the holidays, it’s easy to forget about staying healthy. In this article, our partners at Children’s Hospital Colorado show how to keep kids active, eat a...
From Memories to Milestones, Happy Anniversary
When Gold Crown Foundation was formed 37 years ago, our goal was simple: provide a quality girls basketball camp experience with an emphasis on life skills. With that in mind,...
Clearing the Minds of Champions
It's no secret that the Denver Nuggets are the current NBA World Champions. But did you know that the work they put in off the court might be one of...
Why Your Child Needs Regular Wellness Checks
We all know taking time out of your day to take your child to the doctor is easier said than done. However, it is essential in order to make sure...
Touchdown! Girls Flag Football Success
Gold Crown Foundation was created "for the girls" and we will continue to honor our pledge! From an all girls basketball camp in 1986 to serving over 16,000 youth today,...
When Your Child Is the Bully
October is Bullying Prevention Month and there are a lot of resources available online (see: Bullying 101 and Prevention Tips) about the topic, but there are few resources available for...