Chat By The Pitch

Parenting on the Pitch: Insights from Jamie Saylor Part 2

Listen Later

In part two, Jamie Saylor dives deeper into the dynamics of youth sports. From challenges like burnout to the importance of multisport participation, Jamie shares his candid thoughts on fostering resilience in young athletes and creating inclusive opportunities in soccer. 

  Key Talking Points:

  • The pressures of specializing in one sport. 
  • Overcoming burnout in youth sports. 
  • The value of multisport participation. 
  • Social and mental benefits of sports for kids. 
  • Future visions for youth soccer, including nonprofit initiatives. 

    •   Tune In to Learn:

    • Why playing multiple sports builds better athletes. 
    • Balancing competition with development in youth soccer. 
    • Jamie’s vision for accessible soccer programs. 

      •   Quotes from Jamie:

      • "Burnout happens when kids stop loving the game—let them take breaks." 
      • "Multisport athletes bring something unique to every field they step on." 
      • "Soccer is more than a game; it’s a way to build resilience in life." 
      • "We need to create spaces where all kids can play, regardless of financial barriers." 
      • "Rest is a weapon for athletes—it keeps them sharp and motivated." 
      • "Parents must let kids learn from failure—it’s the best teacher." 
      • "Athletic success comes from passion and discipline, not pressure." 
      • "Coaches who balance hard work with encouragement create the best teams." 
      • "Online forums connect people, but they need to stay positive to succeed." 
      • "Youth sports should be a tool to shape better adults." 


        • Connect with Jamie Saylor 

        Facebook: ⁠North Texas Vs The World⁠

         

         Follow Chat By The Pitch 

        Twitter: @ChatByThePitch 

        Instagram: @ChatByThePitch 

        Facebook: Chat By The Pitch 


        Subscribe & Leave a Review 

        Please subscribe to "Chat By The
        Pitch" on your favorite podcast platform and leave us a review. Your
        feedback helps us improve and reach more soccer families!

        #YouthSports #SoccerCommunity #ParentingOnThePitch

        #NorthTexasSoccer #MultiSportAthletes #SoccerParents #PlayerDevelopment #SoccerJourney #SportsParenting #ChatByThePitch

        ...more
        View all episodesView all episodes
        Download on the App Store
        Chat By The PitchBy Ian Babcock
        • 4.9
        • 4.9
        • 4.9
        • 4.9
        • 4.9

        4.9

        7 ratings

        More shows like Chat By The Pitch

        View all
        Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast by FOX Sports

        Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

        1,102 Listeners

        3four3 FM by 3four3

        3four3 FM

        209 Listeners

        Youth Soccer Coaching Player Development Podcast by MyFootballCoach

        Youth Soccer Coaching Player Development Podcast

        79 Listeners

        The Daily by The New York Times

        The Daily

        111,917 Listeners

        Modern Soccer Coach Podcast by Gary Curneen

        Modern Soccer Coach Podcast

        264 Listeners

        Scuffed | USMNT, World Cup, Yanks Abroad, futbol in America by Adam Belz and Greg Velasquez

        Scuffed | USMNT, World Cup, Yanks Abroad, futbol in America

        916 Listeners

        The Inside Scoop with Anytime Soccer Training - Discussing Youth Soccer from Around the World by Neil Crawford

        The Inside Scoop with Anytime Soccer Training - Discussing Youth Soccer from Around the World

        20 Listeners

        Breaking the Line: The ECNL Podcast by Elite Clubs National League

        Breaking the Line: The ECNL Podcast

        34 Listeners

        THE Soccer Dad-Pod by Gaslight Studio STL

        THE Soccer Dad-Pod

        69 Listeners