Schupak Sports

About Schupak Sports

Schupak Sports explores youth sports through the lens of coaching, parenting, and player development, with a strong emphasis on the early years—from tee ball through the youth and middle school levels. Hosted by longtime youth sports coach and author Marty Schupak, the show offers practical commentary on effective practices, age-appropriate training, communication with parents, and creating positive sports experiences for kids. Drawing on over 30 years of coaching experience, Marty shares real-world insights, simple drills, and common-sense guidance for volunteer coaches and sports parents alike. Schupak Sports also features conversations and interviews with people involved in youth and amateur sports, offering perspective on leadership, development, and long-term growth. Whether you coach, parent, or simply care about youth sports being done the right way, this podcast focuses on what actually helps kids learn, enjoy the game, and want to keep playing. Learn more at www.SchupakSports.com (http://www.SchupakSports.com)

Publisher

Marty Schupak

Category

kids & family · sports · sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

16 Dec 2023

Latest episode

20 Feb 2026

Latest episodes

35 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   20 Feb 2026

   Tee Ball Players Develop at Different Paces

   Tee ball players do not develop on the same timeline—physically, emotionally, or with motor skills—and expecting them to do so creates unnecessary pressure for kids, parents, and coaches. In this episode, Marty Schupak explains why early development in tee ball is rarely linear and why comparisons at young ages can be misleading. Some children gain coordination quickly, others develop confidence later, and many make sudden leaps after periods of little visible progress. That variation is norm...

2. 

   13 Feb 2026

   Youth Sports Coaching: Thinking Outside The Box

   Youth sports coaching often follows familiar patterns—but some of the most meaningful progress happens when coaches are willing to think differently. In this episode, Marty Schupak explores what it means to coach outside the box while still respecting fundamentals. Drawing on real examples from baseball, basketball, and other youth sports, he explains how small, creative adjustments can build confidence, awareness, and long-term development in young athletes. Topics include rethinking how run...

3. 

   6 Feb 2026

   The Importance of Assistant Coaches in Tee Ball

   Assistant coaches play a far bigger role in tee ball than many people realize. At this level, having multiple adults on the field isn’t about filling roles—it’s about safety, organization, and creating a positive experience for young players. In this episode, Marty Schupak explains why assistant coaches are essential in tee ball and how shared responsibility dramatically reduces risk. Young players move quickly, swing bats without awareness, and need constant supervision. When more adults are...

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

1,890,605

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Podcast Authority Score: 23 / 100

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Quality

11

Social presence

0

YouTube

86

Engagement

0

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Does not typically book guests

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