Rick Celebrini: Beware of Dead Eyes, Let Your Child Drive & The Risks of Specializing Early
Dr. Rick Celebrini is a former professional soccer player, the Vice President of Player Health and Performance for the Golden State Warriors, and the father of four extremely athletic children, including Macklin Celebrini, the NHL's number 1 overall draft pick in 2024. Rick shares his insights on youth sports, parenting, and athlete development from both a personal and professional perspective. In this conversation, he emphasizes the importance of allowing children to explore their passions, the balance between coaching and parenting, and the significance of character development in sports. He also discusses the risks of early specialization, the need for a multi-sport approach, and the pressures faced by young athletes today. He advocates for a long-term perspective in youth sports, focusing on enjoyment and personal growth rather than solely on competition and results.Chapters 00:00 Introduction05:20 Parenting Philosophy and Individuality in Sports06:30 Balancing Coaching and Parenting10:45 Fostering a Love of Sport in Children13:45 Rick's Passion for Youth Sports15:15 How Rick's Parents Supporting His Athletic Pursuits19:12 Competition and Life Skills in Sports21:40 The Role of Obsession in Athletic Success24:37 Personal Experiences Shaped His Professional Path25:51 Identity and Mental Game in Sports28:50 Multi-Sport Approach vs. Specialization31:30 Injury Risks with Early Specialization in Youth Sports33:20 The Business Side of Early Specialization38:30 The Child Needs to Lead the Sports Journey40:20 You Can See Burnout in the Eyes of Young Athletes42:45 What He Wants His Kids to Get out of Sports47:20 Non-Negotiables in Parenting and Sports48:45 How to Combat the Pressure of Youth Sports51:20 The Importance of a Lifelong Love of Sport53:55 Making Sports Accessible for All Children55:45 The Biggest Issue in Youth Sports Today57:10 Communication Between Coaches, Parents, and Organizations59:30 How the Golden State Warriors Create a Purpose-Filled Environment1:02:00 Empowering Parents in Youth Sports
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Jon Montgomery: Don't Get Fear Pressured, Creating Confident Kids & His Multi-Sport Mantra
Jon Montgomery, a gold medalist and host of The Amazing Race Canada, shares his insights on the importance of youth sports in personal development. He reflects on his own childhood experiences, the role of parents in shaping athletic identities, and the pressures faced by young athletes today. Montgomery emphasizes the value of multi-sport participation, the impact of social media, and the need for open conversations about sports and life with children. He advocates for a balanced approach to youth sports, focusing on enjoyment, physical literacy, and resilience rather than specialization and narrow development channels.Chapters00:00 Intro03:42 Jon's Foundation of Passion for Youth Sports05:14 Childhood Sports Experiences & Community Connection09:20 Influence of Family and Early Memories in Sports12:50 The Impact of Jon's Father on His Sports Experience17:55 Being Coached by Dad, Coaching Your Own Kids22:50 How Parents Stepped Up for Jon's Hockey Team26:50 The Shift to More Specialization in Youth Sports33:52 Transitioning to Skeleton and Olympic Aspirations38:25 The Impact of Multi-Sport Backgrounds42:00 The Role of Parents in Instilling Confidence48:20 Jon's Approach to Youth Sports as a Parent50:55 What He Wants His Children to Get From Youth Sports53:35 The Pressure of Youth Sports Today56:35 Setting Boundaries in Youth Sports59:40 Finding the Right Fit for Your Family1:01:26 Reflections on Changing Times in Sports1:04:10 Addressing Social Media Challenges1:07:10 Conversations as a Tool for Growth Resources: https://www.ctv.ca/shows/the-amazing-race-canada
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Allison Forsyth: Demand Safe Sport, The Athlete Identity Crisis & Why are Sports Parents Losing It?
Allison Forsyth, a Canadian Olympian and founder of Generation Safe, discusses her passion for youth sports and the importance of creating safe and positive environments for young athletes. She shares her own experiences growing up in a sports-oriented family, the role of parents in shaping children's sports experiences, and the challenges of pressure and expectations in youth sports. Allison emphasizes the need for diverse sporting experiences, the significance of socio-emotional coaching, and the critical issue of maltreatment in sports. As a parent of three children in sports, Allison shares her parental approach to youth sports and the experiences she has had with her children in various sports. She advocates for redefining success in sports beyond just winning and encourages parents to engage in safe sport education to empower themselves and their children.Chapters00:00 Intro05:22 The Passion for Youth Sports06:02 Allison's Early Sports Journey08:57 Her Parents' Influence in Sports12:10 The Joy of Skiing and Training14:11 The Importance of Multi-Sport Participation17:55 Understanding Pressure in Youth Sports20:40 How She Discovered Her Ability in Skiing25:30 Allison's Approach to Sports as a Parent33:12 The Biggest Issues in Youth Sports Today35:09 Understanding Maltreatment in Sports39:56 How Youth Sports Puts Pressure on Parents46:10 Treat Athletes as Humans First49:00 Keeping Youth Sports in Perspective51:24 How to Determine Safe Sport Environments58:06 The Importance of Socio-Emotional Coaching59:40 What to Look for in Your Child's CoachResources: https://generationsafe.ca/
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Trailer: Better Sports Parents
An introduction to Better Sports Parents, a resource for parents to access perspectives, advice, and tools from world-class performers from across the world of sports. Hosted by veteran broadcaster Scott Rintoul, this weekly podcast examines the experiences, practices, and issues that have and continue to shape youth sports.
Hosted by veteran broadcaster Scott Rintoul, Better Sports Parents is a weekly video and audio podcast aimed at parents who are navigating the complicated world of youth sports. The intent is to provide parents with an easy to consume resource that delivers important perspectives on how to help create a better youth sports experience for their children. Those messages are delivered by recognizable professional athletes, coaches, executives, and experts who will offer insight into their own experiences in youth sports, their approaches with their own children, and their views on relatable issues that parents encounter in youth sports.
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