ArticlesCreating a positive environmentLong term athletic developmentMaturation- Early v Late DevelopersMotivating childrenParent Zone Helping your sporting children avoid ‘The Comparison Trap’ by Gordon MacLelland 14th February 2018 written by Gordon MacLelland 14th February 2018 24.1K You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us ComparisonsEarly v Late DevelopersParental roleUnderstanding talent 4 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail Gordon MacLelland previous post Transactional or Transformational – What type of sporting parent do you think your child wants you to be? next post Understanding talent and avoiding early comparisons Related Articles Sports Parent Conversation Starters 3: ‘How do Lobsters... 27th October 2025 Parents in Sport Podcast – ‘A conversation with... 3rd October 2025 Are there things about “Modern Day Sports Parenting”... 15th September 2025 Adapting As a Parent: The wider impact of... 12th September 2025 Parents in Sport Podcast – ‘A conversation with... 3rd September 2025 Developing Humility in our Young Athletes – ‘A... 12th August 2025 Camden Swiss Cottage Swimming Club Partnership 7th July 2025 Parents in Sport Podcast – ‘A conversation with... 3rd July 2025 Creating a Positive Parent Culture 2nd July 2025 Why do your play sport and what is... 11th June 2025