From early mornings and long weekends to lessons learned on the field, Denise and Tim share the highs, lows, and funniest stories about raising kids in sports culture. (Pippa Grange’s Fear Less makes an appearance, too.)

Keywords

kids sports, parenting, youth sports, baseball, volleyball, sportsmanship, life lessons, family, friendships, coaching

Summary

In this episode, Denise Waters and her co-host explore the chaotic yet rewarding world of kids sports. They share personal anecdotes about their children's experiences in baseball and volleyball, highlighting the stress, joy, and friendships that come with youth sports. The conversation delves into the role of adults in shaping the sports environment, the life lessons learned through participation, and the importance of integrity and motivation in coaching. They reflect on memorable moments, the friendships forged on the field, and the small victories that make the journey worthwhile.

Takeaways

• Kids sports bring stress, joy, and connection.
• Ordering gear for kids sports can be a challenge.
• It's important to cheer for your child without overstepping.
• Friendships can be built around the baseball field.
• The role of adults in kids sports can be problematic.
• Life lessons learned through sports are invaluable.
• Integrity and motivation are crucial in coaching.
• Celebrating small victories is important for parents.
• Kids learn to socialize and work together through sports.
• Even chaotic experiences can lead to meaningful connections.

Sound bites

"Two Out Larry became a legend."

"We found our best friends at baseball."

"It's about integrity and motivation."