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In this episode of The Hard Truth, Jeremy Fouts welcomes special guest Kirsten Jones, a Hall of Fame D1 volleyball player, Nike executive, motivational speaker, and author of Raising Empowered Athletes. Kirsten shares invaluable insights for parents and young athletes on navigating youth sports, building resilience, and making sure athletic dreams are truly the child’s own. Jeremy and Kirsten dive into topics like managing the recruiting process, fostering a growth mindset, and balancing support without adding pressure. Kirsten also discusses the importance of varied experiences and the benefits of staying active outside of organized sports. Tune in to hear powerful advice for nurturing empowered, well-rounded athletes, and learn how Kirsten’s journey from sports to motivational speaking and coaching can help families and young athletes thrive.
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In this episode of The Hard Truth, Jeremy Fouts welcomes special guest Kirsten Jones, a Hall of Fame D1 volleyball player, Nike executive, motivational speaker, and author of Raising Empowered Athletes. Kirsten shares invaluable insights for parents and young athletes on navigating youth sports, building resilience, and making sure athletic dreams are truly the child’s own. Jeremy and Kirsten dive into topics like managing the recruiting process, fostering a growth mindset, and balancing support without adding pressure. Kirsten also discusses the importance of varied experiences and the benefits of staying active outside of organized sports. Tune in to hear powerful advice for nurturing empowered, well-rounded athletes, and learn how Kirsten’s journey from sports to motivational speaking and coaching can help families and young athletes thrive.

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