The Sport Parenting Hub Podcast
🎙️ Welcome to the Sport Parenting Hub Podcast! Being a sports parent is one of the most rewarding and challenging journeys you can take. At Sport Parenting Hub, we’re here to support, guide, and empower parents of young athletes with expert insights, real life experiences, and practical advice to help you navigate youth sports with confidence. Through engaging conversations with top coaches, sports psychologists, former athletes, and real sports parents, we’ll help you become the best possible support system for your young athlete without the stress, confusion, or overwhelm
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Episodes
Tuesday Mar 25, 2025
Tuesday Mar 25, 2025
Navigating Sports Parenting: Insights from the Toka Family In this episode of Sports Parenting Hub, we dive into the journey of the Toka family with athlete Shanice and her parents Sam and Warren. They share their experiences from Shanice's early days in soccer to her collegiate and professional aspirations. The conversation explores the challenges and rewards of being sports parents, including managing multiple sports, dealing with adversities, and maintaining effective communication. The family emphasizes the importance of support and letting children make their own decisions. Shanice offers advice to young athletes, highlighting the individuality of each person's journey in sports.
00:00 Introduction to Sports Parenting Hub
00:07 Meet the Toka Family
00:54 Early Days in Sports
02:52 Transitioning Roles in Sports
08:38 Navigating Friendships and Team Changes
11:31 Balancing Multiple Sports
16:17 Benefits of Playing Multiple Sports
16:40 Lessons Learned as Sports Parents
19:19 Parental Support on Game Days
21:33 Current Soccer Journey and National Team Experience
24:41 Advice for Young Athletes and Parents
30:19 Final Thoughts and Gratitude
Saturday Mar 22, 2025
Saturday Mar 22, 2025
Whitney Kerrigan: Nurturing Young Athletes with Intentional Movement and Training In this episode of Sports Parenting Hub, the host welcomes Whitney Carrigan, a certified athletic therapist and strength coach. Whitney shares her journey from a young athlete fascinated by biometrics to becoming an expert in optimizing human movement. The conversation focuses on practical advice for parents with children involved in multiple sports, emphasizing the importance of fun and varied movement to prevent injury and overuse. Whitney also discusses the significance of intentional preparation and recovery for young athletes, including nutrition, hydration, and appropriate strength training. She addresses managing growth spurts and the misconceptions about young athletes lifting weights, advocating for a balanced, educated approach to long-term athletic development.
00:00 Introduction to Whitney Kerrigan
00:05 Whitney's Journey into Athletic Therapy
00:37 Whitney's Passion for Biometrics and Personal Training
01:03 Whitney's Work and Mission
01:48 Diving into the Discussion
02:11 The Importance of Multi-Sport Participation for Kids
04:22 Preparing for Training: Tips for Parents
07:26 Post-Training Care and Cool Down
10:39 Understanding Growth Spurts in Young Athletes
15:02 Strength Training for Young Athletes
20:37 Conclusion and Contact Information
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
The Importance of Pre and Post Game Conversations with Your Child In this episode of Sports Parenting Hub, host Matt Thomas discusses the crucial role of intentional pre and post-game conversations with children athletes. He explores how these conversations can enhance individual performance, build team cohesiveness, and foster personal growth. Matt emphasizes setting clear individual and team goals, handling setbacks, and encouraging self-reflection after games. The episode provides practical advice for parents on how to support their children both on and off the field, highlighting the importance of goal-setting and personal accountability. Listeners are encouraged to share their own experiences and strategies for effective sports parenting.
00:00 Introduction to Sports Parenting Hub
00:03 The Importance of Pre and Post Game Conversations
01:03 Diving Deeper: Intentional Conversations
01:36 Setting Individual Goals
02:44 Handling Challenges and Setbacks
03:58 Post-Game Reflection and Growth
05:24 The Power of Goal Setting
08:32 Encouraging Lifelong Habits
09:06 Conclusion and Call to Action
Monday Mar 17, 2025
Monday Mar 17, 2025
Navigating the Challenges of Youth Sports: A Parent's Perspective In this episode of Sport Parenting Hub, we talk to a parent who shares her journey of supporting her child through youth sports, specifically soccer and football. She discusses the challenges they faced, including favoritism from coaches, excessive practice schedules, and the impact on her child's physical and emotional well being. The conversation highlights the importance of open communication with coaches, regular check ins with children, and the need for parents to be proactive in ensuring their child's overall health is prioritized in sports. The episode also offers valuable advice for other parents navigating similar experiences.
00:00 Introduction to Sport Parenting Hub
00:13 Starting Young: Introducing Kids to Sports
00:43 Challenges in Youth Sports
01:54 The Impact of Intensive Training
02:23 Recognizing Burnout in Young Athletes
05:02 Addressing Concerns with Coaches
06:35 Parental Involvement and Advocacy
09:14 Maintaining a Healthy Balance
15:52 Final Thoughts and Advice for Parents