Navigating the Evolution of Youth Sports with Coaches Matt Kingsley and Tobin Anderson 

In this episode of The Next Next, host Jason catches up with Matt Kingsley, associate head coach for Yale's men's basketball team, and Tobin Anderson, special assistant to the head coach at University of South Florida's men’s basketball team. They discuss their wealth of coaching experience across different levels of college basketball, sharing insights into the changing landscape of youth sports, athlete development, and the increasing role of specialization and privatization. The conversation covers the impact of modern sports structures on young athletes, challenges with accessibility, the balance between fun and competition, and the evolving responsibilities of parents and coaches. The episode closes with personalized advice for sports parents and reflections on their own journeys and the joy of seeing their kids thrive in sports. 

00:00 Introduction to Guests: Matt Kingsley and Tobin Anderson 

00:04 Matt Kingsley's Coaching Journey at Yale 

00:27 Tobin Anderson's Diverse Coaching Experience 

01:52 Personal Reflections and Catching Up 

02:09 Discussion on Athlete Development Across Sports 

02:42 Current Roles and Coaching Backgrounds 

05:57 Changes in Youth Sports Development 

06:49 Impact of Specialization in Sports 

10:33 Parental Involvement and Organized Sports 

14:54 The Business of Youth Sports 

15:26 Positives and Negatives of Modern Youth Sports 

19:12 Recruitment and Specialization Debate 

26:29 Parental Roles in Athletic Development 

31:46 Coaching Challenges and Personal Growth 

32:53 Parenting and Coaching Dynamics 

34:57 Youth Coaches' Impact 

36:38 Balancing Involvement and Independence 

41:02 Accessibility in Youth Sports 

44:51 Development vs. Competition 

48:01 Digital Solutions for Skill Development 

57:46 Final Thoughts and Advice for Sports Parents