FoursUp - Gamified Youth Sports Development Platform

The FoursUp Playbook

Quick, practical tools for parents and coaches to help kids build confidence, leadership, resilience, and teamwork; one game at a time.

Why It Matters

Youth sports aren't just about wins and losses - they're about helping kids grow. Parents and coaches are the biggest influence in how confident, resilient, and connected kids feel after every game.

The FoursUp Playbook gives you simple ways to make those moments count.

"I used one of the car-ride prompts after a tough game - my daughter actually opened up instead of shutting down."

- Lindsey, 10U Softball Mom

"The confidence section helped our players shake off mistakes faster and focus on effort."

- Coach Mike, 12U Baseball

"It's quick, relatable, and exactly what parents need between games."

- Sarah, Sports Psychologist & Mom

Developed by youth coaches and sports psychologists.

Built for real families on real sidelines.

What Is the FoursUp Playbook?

The FoursUp Playbook gives you real-world prompts and quick guides you can use before, during, and after games to help kids grow - without long lectures or pressure.

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The Car Ride to Practice/Game

My athlete is struggling with pressure during practice and games

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The Car Ride Home

My athlete is upset after a bad game

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The Car Ride to Practice/Game

What do I say to my kid before practice/game?

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The Car Ride to Practice/Game

My athlete needs a pre-practice/game routine/process

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The Car Ride to Practice/Game

My athlete is nervous before practice/game

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The Car Ride to Practice/Game

They're scared to fail or make mistakes

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The Car Ride to Practice/Game

My kid isn't motivated or seems checked out

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The Car Ride Home

My athlete didn't play as much as they liked

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The Car Ride Home

My athlete doesn't want to talk after the game

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The Car Ride Home

My athlete is upset they lost

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The Car Ride Home

I am frustrated they didn't play with a good attitude or minimal effort

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The Car Ride Home

I'm frustrated as a parent with the mistakes or performance

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The Car Ride Home

My athlete had a great game and is bragging

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Inside the Playbook

The FoursUp Playbook is built around four core pillars every young athlete needs - on and off the field

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Confidence

Help kids handle nerves, focus on effort, and celebrate small wins.

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Resilience

Teach them how to bounce back from mistakes and tough games.

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Teamwork

Build empathy, support, and communication among teammates.

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Leadership

Encourage kids to take initiative, speak up, and lead with kindness.

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