70% of kids quit youth sports by age 13. Too often because the adults suck the fun out of it by having a WinFirst mentality.
The mission of this podcast is to convert WinFirst adults into KidFirst adults. Listen to powerful conversations with KidFirst coaches and parents around the world, and see if it works.
Ep: 52 - Sports Dads & Our Damnable Egos, with Dan Lear
"My two sons play at MLS academies"
I know how I'd feel if I could say that about my kids.
That annoying shoulder devil telling me how great I am for producing children with so much talent. Then I find myself getting into a shouting match with a teenager on an opposing team and wonder if may that shoulder devil is telling porkies.
Join Dan Lear and I ask we deconstruct why we parents do what we do with our kids' sports experiences.
3 Jan 2025
Ep: 51 - Please Don't Tell My Parents, with Robin Bousquet
"Please don't tell my parents"
Robin Bousquet, founder and owner of Inspire Physical Therapy in Nike's hometown (Beaverton, OR), has heard this request from far too many youth athletes.
Her answer every single time?
"Absolutely not. We're talking with your parents because you need a team of grown ups working together to get you healthy."
Join us for the whole episode to be inspired by a health care provider whose life is dedicated to building kids back up physically and mentally.
Inspireptforkids.com (www.inspireptforkids.com)
SHOW NOTES
We delve into managing setbacks and injuries in youth sports, with Robin sharing her experiences from her career, including her time at Children's Hospital in Oakland and her practice's philosophy. The discussion highlights the importance of balancing physical and mental recovery, aligning goals between children and parents, and fostering an empowering and inspiring environment. Robin also reflects on her personal sports experiences and offers invaluable advice to parents and coaches on supporting young athletes.
00:00 Welcome to the Kid First Sports Podcast
00:07 Introducing Robin Bousquet: Physical Therapist
00:52 Inspiration Behind Inspire Physical Therapy
01:36 The Mental Side of Physical Recovery
03:14 Robin's Early Sports Experiences
05:48 Challenges and Reflections on Coaching
09:56 The Cost and Commitment of Figure Skating
12:23 Creating a Supportive Environment
15:20 Dealing with Setbacks and Injuries
17:10 Overcoming Setbacks: A Tale of Two Responses
17:31 Parental Influence on Child Motivation
18:12 The Role of Innate Drive and Parental Support
19:53 The Reality of Division 1 Athletics
21:04 Kids' True Feelings About Their Sports
22:07 Balancing Fun and Commitment in Youth Sports
23:08 Aligning Goals Between Parents and Kids
23:56 The Importance of Rest and Breaks
25:05 Encouraging a Balanced Life for Young Athletes
29:55 The Power of Communication and Support
33:32 Final Thoughts and Acknowledgements
27 Nov 2024
Ep 50: College Recruiting ABC's - Tools for Parents
Elliot Leonard from RecruitFluency shares essential tools for college-bound parents, including insights on online recruiting companies, consultants, and the importance of highlight videos.
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