Janis is a family coach for all families, but has extensive experience coaching families with children who play sports. She was a coach's wife for 29 years, a sports mom for 21 years, and is now a mom to two coaches, and a mother-in-law to one. She loves to see families thrive through all their seasons, in and out of youth sports.

You can learn a lot more on Janis website www.rcfamilies.com

Overview of our conversation

0:00 Introduction to the show & Janis Meredith

5:00 Started being involved in youth sport at the beginning of her marriage. This led to family coaching.

9:28 Kids leaving sport as they feel a lot of pressure. They also find easier, more fun alternative activities in a digital culture.

14:30 We are raising champion human beings, not just athletes.

18:00 Frustrations in youth sport-how it changes from just fun at early ages to high expectations as they grow older.

28:15 How serious should parents take their children's sport?

35:00 How do parents navigate through so many challenges in sport including politics?

43:55 In closing- experiences, trophy's, technical skills & life skills what do you want for your child?

To follow or contact Janis Meredith

Facebook @sportsparenting

Twitter Handle: @rcfamilies

Web: www.rcfamilies.com