Cougs N Cubs

11/17/2023

Help your cubs be prepared for tournament play tomorrow! We cannot wait to see all your cubs come out to play!

11/17/2023

The benefits of youth in sports are endless. For more information, read below about how sports can benefit our cubs.

11/16/2023

Positivity in youth sports is a fundamental characteristic in coaches, parents, and volunteers who work with young athletes. For more information, read below on why a positive environment is so important and why it is at the forefront of Cougs N Cubs.

When kids and teenagers feel good about themselves and their abilities, they are more likely to be successful.

11/15/2023

As our tournament is right around the corner, read on about the role of social context in the reward system and how this can impact our cubs!

Tournament theory posits that some organizations are modeled after sports tournaments whereby individuals are incentivized to compete and win against other members of the organization. A persistent criticism of tournament theory is that rank-order success of employees is entirely dependent on non-in...

11/15/2023

We encourage positivity in all aspects of game play and believe sportsmanship is the forefront to healthy competition. Keep encouraging your cubs, because a healthy environment on the field, starts at home.

11/13/2023

Take the first step in shaping your child's future through sports! Register now for the Cougs N' Cubs Reward Tournament and let them embark on a journey of growth, camaraderie, and fun that will leave lasting impressions for years to come.

11/13/2023

Contact sports can seem scary when your cubs are so small. Along with staying up to date on physicals and taking other precautions, the article below gives other ways to ensure that your cubs are staying safe and are prepared while participating in contact sports.

Kids are more susceptible to sports injuries than adults because they are still growing and developing. The risk for injury is even greater if the child plays a contact sport, such as basketball, football, or soccer.

11/09/2023

Sometimes it's hard to figure out which snacks to pack to keep your cubs energized and fueled up for the long days of games and practices. Keep your cubs healthy by packing them one of these gametime ready snacks for some extra fuel before or during a game and/or practice. These snacks will make sure they have the right nutrients and energy to keep them ready for anything!

For more information on how to keep your cubs safe and healthy, head over to our blog at: https://cougsncubs.squarespace.com/our-blog

11/06/2023

Cougs N’ Cubs reward Tournament, is a fantastic opportunity for kids to experience the thrill of friendly competition and the joy of winning tickets to a WSU sports game!!

This unique event brings together WSU students as mentors, guiding young teams through a series of exhilarating games.

In this action-packed day of fun, kids get to experience the excitement of being part of the team, working together to achieve a common goal.
Its an opportunity for them to learn valuable life skills like teamwork, sportsmanship, and determination while having an absolute blast.

Join us for the Cougs N’ Cubs reward Tournament, and create memories that will last a lifetime while fueling the passion for sports and competition in your family.

11/06/2023

Welcome to Cougs N’ Cubs!

At Cougs N’ Cubs, we are dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment for the young minds of our community. We believe in the power of education and the potential that lies within every child. Our after-school program is designed to inspire, educate, and empower our future leaders. Through our nonprofit program we strive to encourage children to go outside and play. Our initiative uses sports and actives to help your children build relationships, exercise and have fun!

Come back for future posts and more information!

11/06/2023

Meet the Team!🐾

Hi, I am Jack Douglas, a senior at Washinton State University. I am a part of Murrow College majoring in Advertising. I was born in the state of Washington and have a passion for sports entertainment as well as all types of online media. I will graduate in 2024 and plan to work as a marketing director after college.

11/06/2023

Meet the team! 🐾

Hi, my name is Micaela. I’m a senior at WSU, studying public relations and criminal justice. I’m a track and field athetle here at WSU and love sports and kids. My job includes working on our website design. I’m super excited to help our initiative grow and get Cougs more involved in our community!