Building Confidence in Young Athletes

Award-winning parenting writer Lisa Cohn interviews Mark Hamilton, a professor of philosophy who teaches college courses in sports ethics at Ashland University. The former college player, former college coach, youth sports coach and sports parent says bullying in sports is often subtle and not noticed by parents and coaches.

Award-winning parenting writer Lisa Cohn interviews Mark Hamilton, a professor of philosophy who teaches college courses in sports ethics at Ashland University. The former college player, former college coach, youth sports coach and sports parent says bullying in sports is often subtle and not noticed by parents and coaches.

Dr. Carl Pickhardt, a psychologist and author of "Why Good Kids Act Cruel," explains why sports kids bully and how youth sports coaches impact bullying. To learn about our new anti-bullying program, visit www.youthsportspsychology.com

Ultimate Sports Parent Radio interviews Brian Sanders, president and CEO of I9 Sports, a fast-growing franchise that provides youth sports opportunities with a twist: I9's teams give equal playing time and allow kids to try out a number of different positions. This philosophy boosts kids' self-esteem, Sanders says. Mental game coach Dr. Patrick Cohn provides commentary.

Ultimate Sports Parent Radio interviews Brian Sanders, president and CEO of I9 Sports, a fast-growing franchise that provides youth sports opportunities with a twist: I9's teams give equal playing time and allow kids to try out a number of different positions. This philosophy boosts kids' self-esteem, Sanders says. Mental game coach Dr. Patrick Cohn provides commentary.

Ultimate Sports Parent Radio Interviews H. Rothenberg, who has run a basketball program for 20 years and is owner of Triple C Camp, about what parents should say and do after practices and games. Mental game coach Dr. Patrick Cohn provides commentary.

Ultimate Sports Parent Radio interviews Jim Massaro, youth sports coach and owner of Advanced Body Personal and Athletic Training Center, Nyack, NY, about how parents can help the younger siblings of talented athletes cope with high expectations and pressure in sports. Mental game expert Dr. Patrick Cohn provides commentary.

Ultimate Sports Parent Radio interviews Dr. Harold Shinitzky, a sports psychologist who works with athletes of all ages and is co-author of the book, "Your Mind: An Owner's Manual for a Better Life." Out topic: The many ways sports kids can sabotage their own performance. Mental game expert Dr. Patrick Cohn provides commentary.

Ultimate Sports Parent Radio interviews Douglas Donaldson, president of PlaySportsTV, a youth sports coaching and instructional website, about how parents' expectations affect sports kids' attitude and passion. He also addresses the effect of closely following team statistics.