Fun questions, amazing athletes, and fun events. Enjoy reading this weeks newsletter!

Which of the following best describes the purpose of NIL rights for college athletes?

A) To allow athletes to negotiate higher salaries from their universities

B) To let athletes profit from their own name, image, and likeness through endorsements

C) To guarantee professional contracts for student-athletes after graduation

D) To require universities to pay athletes for each game they play

This week, our soccer coach at Northwestern University, Coach Gregory, is in the spotlight! Check out his bio below and book your next lesson by going to our website!

Introducing, Gregory Cook!

“I understand that each player is unique and possesses different strengths, weaknesses, and learning styles. My coaching philosophy is centered around the individual needs of each child, ensuring personalized attention that fosters holistic development. Soccer is not just about on-field skills; it's about character building too. I focus on instilling values such as discipline, perseverance, and leadership in your child, contributing to their overall personal growth. I recognize that each child learns and develops at their own pace. My coaching style is adaptive, ensuring that I can tailor my approach to meet the diverse needs of the players on the team, allowing everyone to reach their full potential. With a solid background in soccer, I bring technical expertise to the field. This knowledge is essential for guiding your child through skill development, tactical understanding, and game strategy. While fostering a love for the game is crucial, I am also results-oriented. I set achievable goals for the player, ensuring that your child experiences the joy of success while learning to handle challenges with resilience. Above all, I believe that soccer should be fun. I strive to create an enjoyable and engaging experience for your child, fostering a lifelong love for the sport and a positive attitude toward physical activity.”

Book Your Lesson With Gregory Now!

I Power Gymnastics Open Gym

For the parents in the Champaign area I Power gymnastics are hosting a variety of different open gyms for kids (0-12) throughout the 2024-2025 school year. The cost to participate in an open gym is $10.

Checkout their website to learn more and sign up

Crouching Tigers safety through Martial Arts

Crouching Tigers aim to teach children story based martial arts skills. These classes are offered to children ages 2-7 years old. They offer a free class in various locations to try out the class before registering for the two year program. Go to the website to learn more and click here to find a free class to register for.

With winter right around the corner and the weather getting colder, kids will be spending more time inside. The increase in the amount of time spent indoors could cause an increase in screen time and a decrease in the amount of physical activities that your child is getting. So here are a 6 fun activities that you can do with your kids inside this winter season.

Click HERE to read more!

Based originally in Champaign, Illinois and quickly expanding across the rest of the Midwest, we at Top Tier make it our goal to connect you and your kids to high quality and successful college athletes across every playing field. We are currently offering lessons for several different sports from an array of elite college athletes. As college sports are expanding and becoming more popular throughout the country, we want to guarantee our customers can benefit from this great opportunity to receive quality training with flexible times. Check out our website to learn more.

The correct answer is B! (source: ChatGPT)