In this episode of Youth Inc., Greg Olsen sits down with boxing legend Mike Tyson for a conversation about the lessons youth sports can teach for life. Tyson reflects on the travel, competition, and experiences that shaped him as a young fighter, explains why he's investing in the next generation through his amateur boxing invitational, and shares why determination matters more than talent. He opens up about wanting to quit as a kid, the coach who believed in him when he didn't believe in himself, and the powerful bond between athletes and coaches. Whether you're a parent, coach, athlete, or sports fan, this episode is packed with timeless advice on resilience, mentorship, and building champions on and off the field.

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UNC women's lacrosse star Chloe Humphrey joins Youth Inc. to share the journey that made her one of the best players in the game. Chloe reflects on growing up in a lacrosse family, overcoming a season-ending foot injury, the mindset shifts that helped her return stronger, and winning a national championship alongside her sisters at North Carolina. She also discusses the importance of supportive parents and coaches, building confidence through hard work, UNC's championship culture, and what it means to represent Team USA as the youngest player on the roster heading into the World Championships.

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Two time Super Bowl champion Eli Manning joins Greg Olsen to discuss why youth sports matter more than ever. Eli shares stories from the Manning Passing Academy, how he approaches coaching and parenting as a sports dad, why kids should play multiple sports, and what he's learned from raising four young athletes. He also breaks down Brand Velocity Group's investment in RCX Sports, the growth of NFL Flag, and how making youth sports more accessible can create a better experience for families across the country.

Greg Olsen kicks off this episode with stories from one of the biggest events of the year, including what it was like attending Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding and the unexpected moment Tom Cruise stopped him to compliment his hat.
Then Greg sits down with five-star Alabama quarterback commit Elijah Haven, one of the top high school football recruits in the country. Elijah opens up about why he chose Alabama over Georgia, how he handled the recruiting process and NIL, becoming the first high school athlete featured in EA Sports’ next generation program, and the lessons from his father that keep him grounded through all the attention.
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Greg Olsen sits down with USWNT legends and lifelong best friends Julie Ertz and Kealia Watt (Ohai), the duo behind the new podcast Style of Play. Friends since they were 13, youth and pro teammates, and now both moms married to former NFL players (Zach Ertz and JJ Watt), Julie and Kealia open up about how youth soccer in America has changed, why the NWSL is rewriting the path for the next generation of girls, and what it actually takes to develop an elite athlete.🔗 RESOURCES📩 Youth Inc. Newsletter — https://www.youth.inc/newsletter🌐 youth.inc — https://www.youth.incSettle the Score: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/settle-the-score/id1450401657Follow for weekly conversations with the coaches and athletes shaping youth sports.

What does it really take to become a great leader and teammate? In this conversation, Jon Gordon joins Alec Ingold to share practical lessons on positive leadership, self-talk, team culture, resilience, and the mindset habits that help athletes grow on and off the field. From the power of encouragement and "I Am" statements to the importance of commitment, gratitude, and connection, Jon explains how young athletes, coaches, and parents can build stronger teams and become better leaders in every area of life.

3x national champ Spencer Lee sits down with his father, Larry Lee, for a conversation about youth sports, parenting, and the long-term approach that helped shape one of wrestling’s greatest champions. Larry shares why fun mattered more than winning, the lessons he learned from judo and coaching, and how parents can support their children without burning them out. From youth tournaments to the world stage, this is a must-watch conversation for every sports parent, coach, and athlete.

Brandi Chastain joins Shelby Bumgarner on Youth Inc. to reflect on the iconic 1999 World Cup moment that changed women's soccer forever. Chastain shares what was going through her mind before the legendary penalty kick, how injuries and setbacks shaped her career, and why resilience became one of her greatest strengths. She also discusses the future of youth sports, the importance of access for young athletes, and how the World Cup can inspire the next generation of players.

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Greg Olsen sits down with Roger Bennett, founder of Men in Blazers and author of We Are the World (Cup), as the 2026 World Cup kicks off on home soil. They get into why the U.S. dominates the women's game but lags on the men's side, how over-coaching and win-now youth culture stunt development, and the street-ball lesson behind players like Eberechi Eze. A sharp, funny conversation about raising better athletes and the tournament that could change American soccer for good.

The 2026 World Cup kicks off this week, and Roger Bennett, founder and CEO of Men in Blazers and author of We Are the World (Cup), joins Greg Olsen on You Think for a conversation every soccer parent and youth coach should hear. Roger explains why the U.S. builds world-class women's players but keeps falling short on the men's side, why a Barcelona youth coach called the American model "idiotic," and what the World Cup on home soil could actually change.He gets into how Title IX turned the U.S. women into a global superpower while the men's development system stays stuck, why win-now youth culture stunts players, and how street ball forged Premier League stars like Eberechi Eze.🔗 RESOURCES📩 Youth Inc. Newsletter — https://www.youth.inc/newsletter

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Men in Blazers: https://www.meninblazers.com/

Roger's Book: https://www.amazon.com/We-Are-World-Cup-Personal/dp/0063320770

Jason Williams went viral at the Women's College World Series watching his daughter Mia Williams power Texas Tech to the national championship series. Then he left OKC before the final games. In this exclusive Youth Inc. interview, the former NBA guard known as "White Chocolate" explains why.🔗 RESOURCES📩 Youth Inc. Newsletter — https://www.youth.inc/newsletter🌐 youth.inc — https://www.youth.incHoopin N' Hollerin' Pod: https://open.spotify.com/show/2pnagsbUIRHTy8Lf45mXgM