McBride Foundation

Basketball wasn't always the fast-paced game it is today.

With high speeds and more physical contact, the risk of injury has increased greatly over the last century. Players commonly suffer ankle sprains, jammed fingers, knee injuries, foot fractures, and more.

Work these prevention techniques into your training to keep players safe and healthy.
🏀 Require pre-season physicals
🏀 Take frequent water breaks and push for adequate hydration
🏀 Focus on conditioning and proper fitness
🏀 Do not play year round
🏀 Work on good form and mechanics

Don't let an injury keep anyone on the bench this season.

In the simplest of terms, antioxidants are molecules that fight free radicals in your body. 💪

What are free radicals, you ask? 🤔 They are compounds that cause harm if their levels become to high in your body. They're linked to multiple illnesses, including diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.

Antioxidants can be found in fruits, vegetables, and other plant-based, whole foods. Vitamins, such as E and C, are effective antioxidants. So pack your diet with some extra healthy snacks to keep your body in tip-top shape.

Formed in 2005, the McBride Foundation has supported Oklahoma athletes by providing education and funding to help prevent injuries.

Our grants fund workshops and presentations on proper exercising, star ratings for equipment, and the importance of athletic trainers in high schools. We also offer grants to purchase safety gear for underserved schools.

Learn more about our work across the state, and consider making a donation to help us keep athletes safe.

Remember that turkey is a good source of protein, B vitamins, zinc, and other nutrients. So grab yourself a couple extra helpings. That tryptophan nap afterwards will be excellent rest for your body.

We wish you a wonderful day with family and friends, and remind you to stretch before that backyard football game. 🏈

Coaches, school administrators, and organization leaders work so hard to protect the kids they work with.

We help share a little of that burden by offering grants for an injury response kit.

See everything that is included, and find out if your school or organization is eligible to apply.

More information available at https://www.mcbridefoundation.org/injury-response-kit

✨ Efficient ✨ training sessions are more effective than longer ones.

Whether you're a new coach or have years under your belt, here are some tips for making the most of your practice time.

1. Plan out each practice to the minute, and time segments ⏱️
Carefully decide your goals for the day and plan the drills you need to implement to accomplish those goals. If available, use a scoreboard or large clock to time your drills and segments. By doing this, you will be able to stay on task and keep practice moving at a desirable pace.

2. Establish routines 📆
Some examples of establishing routines are: setting up the gym, players stretching before practice, starting practice with a huddle and your thought of the day, warm-up routines, implementing drills that are used often, methods of closing practice, and more.

3. Avoid using meaningless drills 🚫
Every drill that you use should have a purpose. The concepts that each of your drills teach must fit into the system of play that you are implementing with your team. Just because a drill looks great doesn’t mean that it will have a positive impact on what you’re trying to accomplish with your team.

Thank you for helping kids learn and grow. Good luck!

Laugh 🤣
Sports are supposed to be fun!

Help to build a stronger and healthier community by giving back to youth sports. ❤️

Every dollar donated to our Foundation is used to educate and protect athletes across Oklahoma. Learn about our programs, and make your contribution today at https://www.mcbridefoundation.org/donate

Thank you for your support. We could not do this important work without you.

That adrenaline that hits when the game is on the line can push players to go harder than might be safe. This is a big reason to focus on safe play during practice, and reassure athletes that their wellbeing is more important than winning.

Even the players with that magical, raw talent for their sport had to spend years honing skills and improving their performance. Show up, put in the work, and give yourself time to become great. ⚾💙

Hey moms and dads and all other guardians! 👋

Please know that you mean more to your kids' athletic activities than just writing checks and giving rides. Your support is crucial to players becoming the best versions of themselves, on and off the field or court. While you're in the stands cheering for your children, we're here cheering for you.

❤️ Thanks for all that you do. ❤️

Hydration is vital to feeling and performing your best. Think of your body as a machine, and water is the lubricant that keeps all the parts working together smoothly.

Let's take a look at the subtle signs of dehydration:
🤢 Bad breath
😦 Hunger
🤕 Headache
🥴 Lack of focus
😑 Constipation

There's no one-size-fits-all solution to drinking enough water or fluids for proper hydration. Don't worry about the number of ounces, just make it a habit to take sips on a regular basis throughout the day.

Giving a kid the chance to play a sport gives them the chance to get exercise, develop physical skills, make friends, and much more.

A small donation today can help make a big difference for youth athletes for years to come.

Make your contribution at https://www.mcbridefoundation.org/donate

Is your child at risk for injury? 🤔

Softball players are most commonly affected by overuse injuries.

Pitchers tend to suffer from tendinitis in the shoulder, elbow, forearm, and wrist, as well as pain in the back or neck. Catchers frequently have back and knee problems. Many of the positions also end up dealing shoulder issues caused by overhead throwing.

Here are some ways to prevent these common injuries and stay on the field:
🥎 Warm up and stretch properly
🥎 Rotate playing positions
🥎 Concentrate on age-appropriate pitching and skills
🥎 Don't play year-round
🥎 Focus on good mechanics and form
🥎 Do not play when in pain

Have fun and stay healthy out there you Queens of Diamonds!

Happy Halloween! 🎃

Today should be a little extra fun with all the festivities.

When the trick-or-treaters stop ringing your doorbell, kick back to watch a classic Halloween movie. Enjoy some hot apple cider and a little bit of candy; just don't go overboard or make yourself sick. Relax and let your body rest so you can take on Dia de los Mu***os ready to practice or play.

Kids across the country are watching this year's World Series with big dreams of going pro one day. 🏆

They can hear the crack of a game-winning home run in their head, and see their name stitched on the back of thousands of fans' jerseys.

If playing in the MLB is your kid's dream, here are some ways to keep their body healthy through all the years of work it will take to get there.

⚾️ Warm up properly by stretching, running, and easy, gradual throwing
⚾️ Follow all the safety guidelines for pitching
⚾️ Develop skills that are age appropriate
⚾️ Emphasize control, accuracy, and good mechanics
⚾️ Wear all appropriate safety gear, and make sure it fits properly
⚾️ Don't play year round. Explore other sports in the off-season
⚾️ Speak with a sports medicine professional or athletic trainer if you have any concerns about baseball injuries or baseball injury prevention strategies

We work to help youth athletes stay safe. If your school or organization needs help purchasing injury-prevention equipment, apply for one of our grants today. ✨

Be prepared for the worst!

Reserve one of our injury response kits so you can tend to any collisions or accidents that may occur.

What's included?
🔹Two DJO Cold Therapy Units
🔹Crutch Bag
🔹Crutches-Adult
🔹Crutches-Tall
🔹Eye Wash Solution
🔹Wound Wash Solution
🔹Antiseptic Spray
🔹Vinyl Gloves
🔹Bandages, different types and sizes
🔹Save-A-Tooth
🔹Arm Slings
🔹CPR Face Shield
🔹Bandage Scissors
🔹Splint Kits
🔹Knee Immobilizer
🔹Basic Athletic Training Book

Be ready to take care of your athletes. Get more information and apply at https://www.mcbridefoundation.org/injury-response-kit

Dynamic stretches help you warm up your muscles as you move through full range of motion.

Here are 3 of the top movements to include in your regular routine.

1. Leg Swings: Stand on one leg. Swing the other leg in front of you and behind you, using a slow, controlled motion. Move back and forth through your full range of motion.

2. Arm Circles: Keeping your arms straight, move both arms in full circles. Rotate your arms forward and then backward.​

3. Torso Twist: Stand with your feet facing forward, as wide as your shoulders. Hold your arms by your sides, with your elbows bent at 90 degrees. Twist your torso from one side to the other, moving through your trunk.

Keep your body loose to avoid sports injuries. 💪

If your coach likes a good dad joke, be sure to share this one with them. 😜

We're hard at work putting on the final touches for our Golf Championship, but you've still got time to get your team signed up!

Register your 4-person team for our scramble at Oak Tree National on October 23.

7:30 - Check-in & light breakfast
9:00 - Shotgun start
12:30 - Lunch & awards

Come out to help us raise funds to support youth athletes in Oklahoma. Get more information and your registration form at https://www.mcbridefoundation.org/golf-championship

After a hard workout or an intense practice, your body needs a healthy snack to refuel. 🍉

Proteins and carbohydrates should be your top priorities for helping muscles recover. We've got a few suggestions for some quick and tasty snacks to have on hand at all times.

🧀 Turkey slices with cheese and apple slices
🍓 Berries and plain Greek yogurt
🥕 Raw veggies and hummus

Don't forget to drink some water with your snack. Keep your body hydrated and full of energy.

Money can't buy happiness, but, with our Foundation, it can help kids keep playing the sports they love.

Every dollar donated goes toward providing injury prevention equipment and education for underserved schools and organizations. Supporting our work is a great way to give back to your community.

Visit our online store to choose specific equipment to fund, or select a dollar amount to contribute. https://www.mcbridefoundation.org/online-store

Keep swingin' for the fences, and play with everything you've got. The best players are the ones that show up every day, and put in the work. ⚾

While football is notorious for head, neck, and shoulder injuries, players need to protect the rest of their body as well. 🏈

One area that tends to be overlooked is the ankles. Sprains are extremely common, and can land a player on the sideline for a few weeks. Here are some key ways to prevent ankle injuries.

1. Warm up thoroughly
2. Condition the muscles
3. Wear proper shoes that fit well

If you suffer a minor sprain, don't play through the pain. 📣 Take time off to fully heal so you don't risk long-term damage. Be sure to take care of yourself from head to toe.

Ready to hit the links at our Golf Championship? ⛳

The annual 4-person scramble is happening on October 23 at Oak Tree National. We've still got some spectacular sponsorship opportunities available, or you can just sign up with your best buds.

Proceeds from the event go directly to fund our grants and programs supporting athletes in Oklahoma.

Learn more about the event and download registration forms at https://www.mcbridefoundation.org/golf-championship

We know the health, safety, and wellbeing of your players is your top priority!

That is why we fund grants to provide underserved schools with injury response kits. Apply to reserve one for your athletics program, and get a little peace of mind.

Learn more about what makes our kits different, and see if your school is eligible for the Preserve Grant.
https://www.mcbridefoundation.org/injury-response-kit

We know the school year is crazy busy, and coaches feel the strain of the time crunch just as much as anyone else, possibly more.

When you're stressed out because there just doesn't seem to be enough hours in the day, remember that you are an irreplaceable figure in the community. You have a unique impact on the lives of players that no one else can match.

Thank you, coaches. The world would be worse off without your help and guidance for young athletes. 💙 💪