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Can the principles that have led you to success as an athlete be used to inspire your children to thrive in sports and life? Step into our world as my wife and I, both former division one athletes, share our experiences and insights, including how to avoid projecting our experiences onto our children, and instead adjusting our methods to fit their individual needs.

We cover the importance of setting expectations, both at home and in the sports field. We talk about age-appropriate expectations that start with simple rules like listening to the teacher and having control over attitude and effort. Emphasizing that these expectations should be achievable, we underline the importance of granting children the independence to meet them. We also delve into the importance of instilling a strong work ethic, taking ownership of both successes and failures, and the impact of negative self-talk.

We end by addressing the trickier side of youth sports – setting expectations and holding our children accountable. We share insights on monitoring your child’s love for the game, not just the fun, and how to stay abreast of their abilities. And while the journey as a parent is not always straightforward, we share our approach to finding the right balance between extending grace and maintaining accountability. So, join us and discover how to challenge, stretch, and set your children up for success in sports and beyond.