NEXT PITCH - The Student-Athlete Playbook For Parents Raising Tomorrow’s Athletes

About NEXT PITCH - The Student-Athlete Playbook For Parents Raising Tomorrow’s Athletes

Do you feel that navigating the world of youth sports is sometimes overwhelming? Do you wish there was a playbook for families to learn from? "NEXT PITCH" is your guide, offering expert advice and practical tips for parents of student-athletes. Anthony and Jason cover everything from nutrition and training to mental toughness and avoiding burnout. If you’re trying to develop your athlete's skills, build a strong parent-athlete bond, and make the most of their sports journey, then follow and listen for insightful interviews, real-life stories, and a playbook for success on and off the field. Subscribe to "NEXT PITCH" wherever you get your podcasts. Anthony Levrets is a former Division-I basketball coach, coaching men for eleven seasons and women for eight, most recently at the University of Utah. Jason Cardona is a long-time television producer who has led the coverage of many marquee sporting events, including the Olympics, MLB, NHL, NBA, and over 25 NCAA sports.

Publisher

Audacy

Category

sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

13 Mar 2025

Latest episode

2 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

77 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   2 Jun 2026

   DUSTY & ANTHONY | Your Weekly Sports D&A is Here!

   The Weekly Sports D&A! Hosts Dusty and Anthony kick off their weekly sports review by diving into the biggest headlines. This week the guys discuss the NBA finals match-up, the NCAA baseball regionals, and the new transfer portal rules.

2. 

   21 May 2026

   Welcome to Homefront! A Veteran's source for mortgage information - All about credit

   Supporting those who served starts with a place to call home. In this episode, Jared Paul, Executive Loan Officer with CrossCountry Mortgage, joins Anthony Levrets to demystify the mortgage landscape. Navigating a home loan often feels like learning a new language. Jared breaks down all you need to know about credit.

3. 

   7 May 2026

   The Tennis Journey: From College Player to High School & Junior Coach

   Tennis is often described as an island, but Natalie Valvo believes the best way to thrive on that island is to build a foundation somewhere else first. In this episode, we are joined by Natalie Valvo, a former collegiate tennis player and competitive powerlifter who now coaches high school and junior tennis.Natalie dives into the 'multi-sport advantage,' sharing how the explosive strength and mental discipline of powerlifting transformed her tennis game and helped her avoid the burnout so common in junior athletics. She breaks down the unique mindset required to succeed in a sport where you are your own coach, referee, and cheerleader, and offers tactical advice for parents on fostering resilience in their student-athletes. Whether you are looking to build a stronger serve or a stronger mind, Natalie’s perspective on 'the athlete first, the specialist second' is a game-changer.

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