Catching You: A Dad and Daughter's Dive into Softball

54 | Dave Humphreys Spills FAMILY SECRETS on Coaching and Recruiting!


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Coach Dave Humphries opens up about the importance of family, sacrifice, and creating a positive culture in coaching and recruiting. Learn how to navigate the transfer portal and be an advocate for your team! 

They discuss the challenges of balancing coaching with family life, particularly the sacrifices involved in prioritizing their children's sports over their coaching careers. Dave shares insights on coaching his daughters, the nuances of 'daddy ball', and the importance of tough love on and off the field. 

They also delve into the intricacies of the college recruiting process, emphasizing the significance of playing for elite programs and having an advocate. Dave recounts his journey in navigating his daughters' recruitment, offering valuable advice for parents and aspiring athletes. 

Additionally, they touch on the impact of the transfer portal and the necessary steps for fostering a competitive, positive culture in travel teams. 

Finally, Dave provides tips on transitioning athletes into life after sports and the critical role of support and mental health in this phase.

A couple of years ago, as a family, we created family core values.  One of them is, "We face challenges with optimism while displaying a growth mindset."  We wanted to tell our story so others, who relate, can navigate through these challenges better.  Contributing to our Podcast will show we're on the right track and we're making a difference to those who have similar stories.  Buy Us A Coffee  

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