I’m not sure we’ve had more interest in any other topic than the one we’re going for today. We’re talking YOUTH SPORTS: the #1 reason your kids should play, how to NOT be one of those crazy sports parents, and whether youth sports have gone too far. 

It’s a big topic to tackle (no pun intended), for sure. But one that we’re all very passionate about. 

There’s a reason 70% of kids quit sports by the age of 13: the pressure, intense parents, and unrealistic expectations. 

In fact, there’s a bit of tension in our own home about how far is too far. We’ll talk about how we’ve navigated it, answer some of your biggest questions, and explain why we believe every kid should play youth sports. 

You’ll also enjoy hearing John’s take on all this, as he's coached college, high school, and AAU basketball and was a college basketball All-American (which is super hot).

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Listen in to learn more:

(00:00 - 00:40) Parents' Expectations in Youth Sports

(03:29 - 03:48) Sports-Loving Duo Met in College

(07:58 - 08:24) Coaching Youth Basketball Lessons

(10:46 - 11:53) Qualities of an Exceptional Athlete

(18:36 - 20:08) High School Athletes and Sports Chances

(26:02 - 27:01) Perspective on Letting Kids Compete

(28:56 - 29:51) Year-Round Travel Sports Specialization

(35:14 - 36:16) Individualized Support for Children

(38:31 - 39:17) Connecting With Teen Boys

Summary: 

In this episode, we explore the benefits of youth sports that shape our kids long after the ball stops bouncing, what it means to keep our expectations realistic as parents, how to encourage and support our kids without pushing them too hard or too far, and how to navigate the pressure of intense sports schedules as a family. 

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