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125. Dr. Mark Kovacs: What You Need To Know About Physical Development in Youth Sports 52:50

منذ 17 hours52:50

52:50

On this episode, we welcome back renowned Sports Science expert Dr. Mark Kovacs, who shares a wealth of valuable and practical insights to help coaches, parents, and young athletes understand many critical physical development factors for boys and girls, emphasizing strategies to enhance performance while also minimizing the risk of injuries and long-term burnout. Dr Kovacs shares valuable scientific information including the risks of overtraining during peak growth spurts, the prevalence and impact of Vitamin D deficiency for athletes, the importance of annual bloodwork panels and what to test for that impacts performance, the differences in development of girls vs boys, and much more. In addition, we discuss the risks of sport specialization, and have a very interesting and fun discussion, based on his experience and expertise, on which sports requires the highest level of athleticism, and which skill, from all sports, is the most difficult. This conversation is packed with great information to help ensure young athletes - boys and girls - are physically in the right place to maximize performance and prevent injuries.…

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124. Mental Performance Coach Justin Su'a: Developing a Winning Mindset For Young Athletes 1:02:44

منذ 12 يومًا1:02:44

1:02:44

Struggles with confidence, poor body language, negative self- talk, and response to failure are just some of the mental performance challenges that young athletes must overcome to maximize their performance. On this week's episode, we discuss these challenges and more with Mental Performance expert Justin Su'a. Justin was previously the Head of Mental Performance at IMG Academy, before working for the Boston Red Sox, Tampa Bay Rays, and Cleveland Browns, as well as with PGA golfers and ATP tennis players. In addition, Justin co-hosts the popular Diggin Deep podcast with former MLB players. Justin brings his expertise, experience, and positivity to our conversation, inspiring parents, coaches, and kids to train the mental side for success both on and off the field.…

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123. "TAKE BACK SPORTS" with ESPN Executive Kevin Martinez 41:16

منذ 19 يومًا41:16

41:16

“Take Back Sports” is a major new Youth Sports initiative from ESPN focused on some of the critical challenges in Youth Sports. This week, Kevin Martinez, who heads up this initiative for ESPN, joins us to talk about four critical areas of challenge in Youth Sports and what the Take Back Sports initiative is doing to help bring about solutions that will impact the next generation and the future of youth sports. Kevin transparently discusses the reasons ESPN has taken an active role in helping address today's challenges in youths sports, as well as some of the partners that are joining in this endeavor.…

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PA Replay: Parenting on Game Day 44:56

منذ 22 يومًا44:56

44:56

Enjoy this special replay of this timeless topic that originally aired in May of 2024. It's finally game day and a chance to pay off all of those hard hours of work and practice. A day meant for relaxation and having fun with other parents as we watch our athletes compete oftentimes morphs into something entirely different. For those of us who have experienced it, we know there are three major components to game day for parents: before the game, during the game, and after the game. Each of these aspects comes with their own challenges that can be both enjoyable and stressful. There are times we're able to help our young athletes and other times when we're just making it harder for them; so how can we know when we're doing our part? Jeff, Britt, and Brad sit down to discuss the best and most challenging parts of being a parent on game day, encouraging parents and athletes to take stock of their own approach while being intentional at making the most of this sacred day in sports.…

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122. 7x National Champion HC Nick Saban 40:47

منذ 26 يومًا40:47

40:47

Head Coach Nick Saban won seven national championships on his way to being known as the GOAT of college football coaches. On this episode, Coach Saban shares his story of how he reluctantly got into coaching - he had planned to be in the car dealership business - as well as insights into his thoughts about player development and a commitment to individual excellence and value over winning. He also talks about leadership, his toughest challenges as a coach, and what his doubt taught him about accountability that shaped his leadership style. Finally, Coach Saban also shares his thoughts on NIL, the transfer portal, and the state of college football.…

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PA Replay - Hall of Fame Pitcher Greg Maddux 39:43

منذ 29 يومًا39:43

39:43

For all of you who missed this popular episode, we are bringing it to you again. Hall of Fame pitcher Greg Maddux sits down with the guys to delve into his legendary baseball career. Maddux shares valuable insights ranging from arm care to pitching philosophy that played a crucial role in propelling him to the status of an all-time great. He also discusses some of the toughest batters he faced and reveals his favorite pitchers in today’s game. From his humble beginnings in little league to his well-deserved induction into Cooperstown, Maddux unveils his immense knowledge of baseball and sports.…

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121. LA Rams HC Sean McVay Pt. 2 30:02

منذ 5 weeks30:02

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120. LA Rams HC Sean McVay Pt. 1 43:48

منذ 6 weeks43:48

43:48

In 2017, Sean McVay became the youngest NFL head coach in the modern era, at 30 years old. In his second year, Coach McVay led the Rams to a Super Bowl appearance and three years later he became the youngest head coach to ever win a Super Bowl. In Part 1 of our conversation with Coach McVay, he shares the story of his love for sports as a high school state champion quarterback and an elite level youth soccer player whose passion for preparation, grit, and leadership qualities were the foundation for his success both on and off the field. Coach McVay talks with great humility and authenticity about the influence of his parents and his grandfather (the GM for the multi-Super Bowl winning 49ers), the high school and pro coaches that mentored him, what he has learned about investing in others, and so much more. This episode will inspire coaches, young athletes, and parents about the value of sports, of teammates, and of the life lessons that translate to who we become off the field - you don't want to miss it.…

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119. Super Bowl Champ & Pro Lacrosse Player Chris Hogan 53:19

منذ 7 weeks53:19

53:19

Chris Hogan is our guest on this week's episode and man, is his story an inspiring one. Not recruited heavily as a football player, Chris signed a full scholarship with Penn State as a Lacrosse player. After playing LAX for 3 yrs, he transferred to Monmouth University to play football, with no aspirations to play beyond college. Several years later, Chris made the Buffalo Bills roster, after being cut from multiple other NFL teams, where he played for several years before the Patriots picked him up, and everything changed. Chris talks about the winning culture he experienced with the Patriots and playing with Tom Brady, his Super Bowl experiences and much more in his story of overcoming adversity. He also talks about returning to lacrosse as a professional player after retiring from the NFL, and as a father of four, his thoughts on today's youth sports culture and being a sports dad.…

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PA Replay - Hall of Fame Pitcher John Smoltz 50:13

منذ 7 weeks50:13

50:13

The guys talk to Hall of Fame pitcher and MLB broadcaster John Smoltz. In addition to sharing his youth sports story, Smoltzie shares great insights for young athletes, parents, and coaches, as well as valuable baseball-specific advice for young pitchers.

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118. Former NFL QB and Current QB Coach Jordan Palmer 57:59

منذ 8 weeks57:59

57:59

Jordan Palmer grew up in the shadow of his older brother, Heisman Trophy winner Carson Palmer. Jordan wasn't a starter on his high school team until his senior year, and he attended the one D1 school that offered him a scholarship, UTEP. And while his story was full of adversity, he remained committed to reaching his full potential, eventually spending several years playing as a backup QB in the NFL, UFL, and the Arena Football League. Jordan's commitment to his craft led him to become a "go-to" quarterbacks coach, working with numerous high-profile NFL and College quarterbacks still today. In addition, Jordan is also a highly successful entreprenuer, having co-founded of several very successful businesses, including his latest venture. Thread Performance. Jordan shares his journey as a player, coach, and sports dad with our guys in this episode.…

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117. D1 Training Founder Will Bartholomew: The Power of Performance Training for Young Athletes 57:19

منذ 9 weeks57:19

57:19

After winning the 1998 National Championship at Tennessee and serving as Captain of the 2001 team, Will Bartholomew's football career ended in his first year with the Denver Broncos due to a devastating knee injury. Will took his passion for sports and training and founded D1 Training, one of the nation's fastest growing performance training centers for young athletes, with over 150 locations (and growing) across the United States. As a dad of three athletes, one playing D1 football, Will shares valuable insights into the world of youth sports from his own experiences as a player and dad. Will also shares valuable information for our audience on the importance and impact of formalized training, why it matters, when kids should begin, and much more. In addition to what Will shares on this episode, he provides much more with over 20 episodes on Pure Athlete's PA+ platform, found at pureathlete.com.…

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PA Replay: Dr Mondo: Mental Coach and Wellness Expert 1:01:30

منذ 9 weeks1:01:30

1:01:30

With it being Mental Health Awareness month, we want to replay this informative episode for our viewers that was recorded in Feb of 2023, but the information is still very current. Our guest is well-known sports psychologist and mental wellness expert Dr. Armando González. Dr. Mondo works with numerous pro athletes such as Dansby Swanson, Lindsey Vonn, Charles Goodwin, Mallory Pugh, among others. Our discussion with him explores the cultural challenges our young people are facing, and he shares great insights and thoughts for young athletes, parents, and coaches to help maximize mental performance and prioritize overall mental wellness.…

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116. What We’ve Learned about Youth Sports + Big Announcement 31:50

منذ 10 weeks31:50

31:50

With more than 115 episodes under their belts, Jeff, Britt, and Brad discuss some of their biggest learnings along the way, and Jeff shares some areas in which his perspective has evolved as his kids get older, and as he has participated in our discussions with guests and each other. This is a fun conversation that parents will relate to... AND...the guy look ahead to the future of Pure Athlete with a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!…

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115. MLB 5x All-Star Andruw Jones 50:51

منذ 11 weeks50:51

50:51

With 10 Gold Gloves and 434 career homers, Andruw Jones is regarded as one of the top centerfielders of all time, and the guys have a great conversation with him on this episode. Having shared an outfield together for the Braves, Jeff shares what it was like as a rookie playing next to the best outfielder "he has ever seen," including what Andruw told Jeff before Jeff's first right field start with the Braves. In addition, Andrew shares some fun stories, talking about hitting two World Series home runs at 19 years old, and which Braves HoF pitcher he didn't enjoy playing behind. Most importantly, Andruw shares what it was like to grow up playing baseball in Curacao, how many games he played in his youth, and how he achieved his dream of playing professional baseball. He also contrasts his journey with the current youth sports culture in America, based on what he saw through his son’s recent youth sports journey in Atlanta as he became the #2 overall pick in the MLB draft.…

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PA Replay: NBA Star and Dad: Dell Curry 45:48

منذ 12 weeks45:48

45:48

NBA shooting great Dell Curry, father to NBA stars Stephen and Seth, shares stories from his own playing days, as well as parenting insights learned from helping his boys and his daughter Sydel, navigate their own journeys in sports and in life.

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114. MLS All-Star Brad Guzan 1:00:32

منذ 13 weeks1:00:32

1:00:32

Our guest on this episode is MLS Cup Champion, 2x MLS All-Star, 2017 Goal Keeper of the Year and the captain & starting goalkeeper for Atlanta United, Brad Guzan. Brad shares insights and stories from his career as a player and parent of four, covering what makes a great teammate, the qualities of an influential coach, and how parents can support their children in sports. He also offers advice to young athletes and discusses his own experiences, including playing multiple sports, transitioning to goalie in college, and competing in the Premier League, MLS, Olympics, and World Cup. Brad also talks about the culture of youth soccer in America, the 2026 World Cup, the growth of the MLS, being a part of the biggest upset in MLS history, facing Messi and friends, the difference in soccer culture in Europe vs. America, and so much more!…

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PA Replay: Sportsmanship in Youth Sports 32:25

منذ 13 weeks32:25

32:25

The guys have a great conversation about Sportsmanship in Youth Sports, discussing what Sportsmanship is (and isn’t), why it matters, and how parents and coaches teach it to young athletes.

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PA Replay: 2026 WBC Manager Mark Derosa 49:00

منذ 14 weeks49:00

49:00

USA Baseball recently announced that Mark Derosa would return as the Manager of the 2026 WBC Team USA. That prompted us to replay the entertaining and info-packed interview we did with DeRo back in 2023. You will really enjoy hearing his story as a two-sport Ivy League athlete, the fun back-and-forth between Mark and Jeff (his next-door neighbor), some great MLB stories, and his take as a sports dad in the challenging world of travel ball. Mark's opinions and insights are informed, thoughtful, and full of passion. Enjoy!…

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113. Pro Football Hall of Famer Champ Bailey 52:51

منذ 14 weeks52:51

52:51

On this episode, the guys talk to NFL Hall of Fame and 7x All-Pro Cornerback Champ Bailey. Champ was a shut-down NFL cornerback, who is often cited as a comparison player to Travis Hunter because of his ability to play both offense and defense at the University of Georgia, earning him a spot in the CFB Hall of Fame. Champ shares some great stories and insights from his playing days as a kid, a college player, and in the NFL, including his thoughts on playing against and for Steve Spurrier, the difference between college and the NFL, playing against Peyton Manning in college and in the pros, and his current thoughts as a sports dad.…

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112. Dave Francoeur: Parenting Insights From Jeff's Dad 56:34

منذ 16 weeks56:34

56:34

If you're a loyal listener, you’ve heard Jeff Francoeur talk about his dad pulling him off the field during a game, or the time when he took Jeff back to the gym to apologize to a referee. You've also heard him talk about how his parents never allowed sports to be the number one priority in their family. Yes, they had to work to balance their time among three kids, and yes, they struggled with the same challenges we all struggle with. On this episode, Dave Francoeur, Jeff's dad, joins Jeff and Britt to talk about life in the Francoeur home during Jeff's journey. Dave shares great wisdom for parents as well as some fun stories from Jeff's youth and high school sports days, how he kept Jeff grounded, and the parenting role he continued to play in key moments of Jeff's professional career. This episode will make you think and make you smile.…

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PA Replay: ESPN's Jay Bilas 45:08

منذ 16 weeks45:08

45:08

As we enjoy March Madness 2025, we are pleased to replay our 2023 conversation with ESPN's lead college basketball analyst Jay Bilas. Jay had much to share about the mental side of sports from his book "Toughness," sharing some great stories from his childhood, his time at Duke, and his insights from being a sports dad himself. And speaking of Duke basketball, Jay shares some interesting insights about playing for Coach K, as well as reveals the guy who was the toughest guy he ever played against...you will be surprised! Enjoy!…

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111. 3x NASCAR Cup Winner Joey Logano 40:02

منذ 17 weeks40:02

40:02

Joey Logano didn't grow up in a racing family, but when his dad bought him a go-cart at age 6, he quickly became hooked. in no time at all, he was winning at a pace that by the time he was 18, people were already saying he was the next Jeff Gordon. And he believed it, until he hit some major adversity in the sport. On this episode, Joey shares his story growing up and falling in love with racing and provides some insight on the skill and talent required to get to the top of the sport. He also gets real about his career eventually going off track, the difficulty that presented, and how he eventually responded to get to a point of now saying it was one of the best things to happen to him. in addition, Joey shares his thoughts about being dad, talking about helping his kids to find their passion and to live their own dreams. Finally, Joey answers some fun rapid-fire questions and talks about the mindset that he and other drivers have to have to overcome any fear of the danger of racing. Whether you are a NASCAR enthusiast or not, you will enjoy this episode.…

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110. Kirk Herbstreit (Pt. 2) 33:46

منذ 18 weeks33:46

33:46

In Part 2 of our conversation with Kirk Herbstreit, Kirk dives into more of his experiences as a sports dad, his thoughts on early specialization in youth sports, and the future of college football as it relates to NIL and the transfer portal. The guys also put Kirk on the hot seat as he answers 5 rapid-fire questions, ranging from his favorite College GameDay campus to his current favorite MLB player. If you thought Part 1 of our interview with Kirk was entertaining, then you don't want to miss out on Part 2 ... check it out!…

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109. Kirk Herbstreit (Pt. 1) 44:44

منذ 19 weeks44:44

44:44

One of the hardest-working and most respected voices in sports, Kirk Herbstreit brings preparation, expertise, and a passion for excellence when he's in the broadcasting booth or on the set of College GameDay, having won 5 Emmy awards over his impressive career. But if you think the job is the most important thing in Kirk's life, you're missing a big part of his story. On this episode, Kirk talks to the guys about growing up in a broken home and the role that youth sports played in his life. And if you assume that being the MVP QB of the Ohio State football team was the culmination of a fantastic four years at the university, well, there's more to that story as Kirk shares authentically about the adversity he had to overcome at that stage of his life, and the growth that came from it. All of those experiences shaped his own commitment to making family relationships his priority and he and his wife Alison, have done just that with their four boys. As all four sons were heavily involved in youth sports, Kirk shares the epiphany he had looking in the mirror as a sports dad, and how that changed his outlook and approach to the journey with his boys, and he passionately shares his insights into youth sports that every parent needs to hear. Part 1 of our time with Kirk is rich and will leave you looking forward to the rest of the story in Part 2.…

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108. Dealing with Disappointment in Youth Sports 37:44

منذ 20 weeks37:44

37:44

From the beginning of the youth sports journey to the end, disappointment is a present emotion that is a counter-balance to the fun of the overall experience. Disappointing losses. Disappointing performances. Disappointing injuries. Disappointment with coaching decisions. Disappointing behavior. Teaching our kids to handle it, to bounce back from it, and to overcome it is critical for success in sports and in life. And as sports parents, we get disappointed also as circumstances don’t go our kid’s way, providing us an opportunity to model the right response to our young athletes. On this episode, the guys discuss all of it, share personal experiences, and offer encouragement.…

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107. 19 Yr NHL Player Mike Fisher 38:45

منذ 21 weeks38:45

38:45

Following February's compelling hockey matchup between the U.S. and Canada, we are excited to welcome 19 yr NHL player and former Nashville Predators captain Mike Fisher as our guest. Mike shares his story of growing up as a young player in Ontario, the grit that enabled him to overcome injuries, the role that his faith played in his journey as an athlete and now as a sports dad of two boys, and his favorite song from Carrie Underwood, who happens to be his wife.…

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PA Replay: All Star 3B Austin Riley 30:05

منذ 21 weeks30:05

30:05

We are excited to replay one of earliest and favorite episodes with Atlanta Braves fan favorite Austin Riley. The son of an NFL punter, Austin Riley grew up playing multiple sports while chasing his dream of playing major league baseball. In this episode, Austin shares his story of grit and hard work, on his way to becoming a first round draft pick and All-Star third baseman for the Atlanta Braves.…

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106. Want To Play In College...Things You Need To Know 38:33

منذ 22 weeks38:33

38:33

For those of you who have a goal to play sports in college, or for your kid to play in college, how much do you really know about what that entails? What will each day look like in-season or during the off-season? What will my “college experience” be like? What are the biggest challenges, and why do more than 30% of college athletes quit early? Yes, playing college ball can be super fun, offering some major benefits. But for some, the expectations differ from the realities they experience. On this episode, the guys discuss these realities to help young athletes and parents gain a better understanding and an accurate view of the life of a college athlete.…

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105. Clemson Tigers QB Cade Klubnik 50:34

منذ 23 weeks50:34

50:34

On this episode, the guys welcome our first current college athlete to the pod to discuss his journey to become one of college football's leading quarterbacks going into the 2025 season. Cade discusses why he has turned down transfer portal offers for several years, and the value he has placed on staying at a place like Clemson for his entire college career. Cade authentically discusses the adversity he faced in his sophomore year at Clemson, how he faced it and grew from it, and how much he values going through the fire with his teammates. His discussion of the commitment to hard work every single day that athletes must embrace to achieve their goals is inspiring, and he shares his take on what true leadership looks like, especially when things aren't going well. In addition, Cade talks about what it was like to grow up and play ball at Westlake HS in Austin Texas, where he never lost a game, even in middle school. He also share his recruiting story and offers advice to high school kids today regarding what they should be considering when selecting a school to play at. Whether you are a Clemson fan (like Jeff Francoeur) or not, you will likely become a Cade Klubnik fan after listening to this inspiring episode.…

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104. SNEAK PREVIEW... Parent Spotlight: Todd Peterson 1:02:31

منذ 24 weeks1:02:31

1:02:31

On this episode, we provide a sneak peek into our upcoming, new Parent Spotlight Series as Britt interviews Todd Peterson. Todd was an NFL kicker for 13 seasons, but more importantly, is a sports dad whose son played D1 college football. Todd shares his experiences and insights as a sports dad, how he and his wife Susan approached parenting to keep sports in balance, help their kids, Zach and Hannah, set and achieve their goals, overcome adversity, and leverage the lessons learned in sports and other activities to become healthy, productive people. Todd and Susan’s faith, wisdom, and commitment to helping their kids grow and thrive is relevant, informative, and inspiring for sports parents everywhere. 10:00 Todd's high school transition from soccer to football 12:15 Transferred from Annapolis to the University of Georgia 20.50 Start of an NFL career 23.55 Todd and Susan's Parenting Journey with Hannah and Zach 34.00 Parenting through Zach's sports journey to College…

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103. Comedian John Crist on Youth Sports 1:06:23

منذ 25 weeks1:06:23

1:06:23

This week’s special episode will definitely have you laughing as we welcome former Division 1 college tennis player—who then became one of America’s funniest stand-up comedians, John Crist! Find out how @johnbcrist ’s tennis “career” prepared him to take the stage as a comedian, the lessons he learned playing sports, hilarious takes on youth sports, vacationing on 30A, his hate for the University of Georgia, his thoughts on Pickleball and so much more!…

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102. Are We Raising "Soft" Kids? 43:03

منذ 26 weeks43:03

43:03

Are parents raising kids to be too soft? Some high school and college coaches think so…and they are speaking out. Are they right, or does the older generation always believe the younger generation lacks toughness? And if they are right, why are kids softer? Is it possible that today's environment is, in some ways tougher for young athletes to navigate than it was for past generations? On this episode, Jeff, Britt, and Brad fully discuss this topic, sharing their own experiences as dads and coaches. They discuss how parents and coaches can help our kids develop toughness and resilience, within the context of providing support and belief in them. While other episodes include mental health experts to speak into this topic, this episode provides valuable insights and perspectives from fellow parents. Credits: UCLA Athletics…

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101. Rorke Denver: A NAVY SEAL'S Playbook For Youth Sports 52:07

منذ 27 weeks52:07

52:07

If you ever wonder how lessons learned in sports translate to life, look no further than to former NAVY SEAL Commander Rorke Denver. Rorke couldn't have led missions all over the world and become the leader of every phase of training for the SEALS, including the infamous BUDS, without the grit, team-first orientation, and leadership skills he began developing in youth sports. Denver shares his youth sports story, which led him to become an All-American lacrosse player at Syracuse University, helping his team win two national championships and propelling him to a life of serving his country and teammates. After his decorated military career, Rorke played the lead character in the 2012 film Act of Valor, became a NYT best-selling author, and a sought after keynote speaker. Our time with Rorke includes his compelling stories from his SEAL experiences, as well as his insights for young athletes, parents, and coaches, and his thoughts from his current experience as a sports parent.…

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100. Making Youth Sports Better in 2025 - 100th Episode Special 45:31

منذ 28 weeks45:31

45:31

As we celebrate our 100th episode AND kick off 2025, we welcome back five of our previous guests - Dan Orlovsky, Rece Davis, Misty May-Treanor, Mark DeRosa, and Inky Johnson. Each of them share their thoughts and experiences as youth sports parents and coaches, as well as their hopes and ideas for how youth sports can be better in the coming year. This episode provides some great insights for parents and coaches, as well as offers reminders about how to make youth sports a great experience for our kids.…

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PA Replay: CFB Hall of Famer David Pollack 52:31

منذ 29 weeks52:31

52:31

Whether you never heard this or it's been a long time, David's insights into youth sports, from a parent, coach, and player perspective are spot on. So good, that we wanted to replay if for all out listeners, especially the newer ones. And oh yeah, it's fun to listen to Pollack and Francoeur relive their games playing against each other in Georgia high school football. Enjoy.…

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99. Olympic Gold Medal Softball Legend Jennie Finch-Daigle 47:14

منذ 31 weeks47:14

47:14

Softball icon Jennie Finch-Daigle is our guest on this episode of The Pure Athlete Podcast. Jennie shares her youth sports story with us as a multi-sport athlete, and how that helped her develop her softball skills and abilities. She talks about the role her parents played in her development, how she developed as a young pitcher, and compares her college recruiting experiences to those of today. Jennie also shares about playing travel softball as a high schooler, and shares some incredible stories and memories from her Olympic experience, including a profound story from standing on the podium receiving her gold medal. Finally, as a mom of three young athletes trying to navigate the crazy world of travel baseball/softball, football, club volleyball, and more, Jennie gets very real about the challenges and the fun of making this journey as a parent, and provides advice to today's young athletes and parents.…

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98. KC Royals All-Star SS Bobby Witt, Jr 42:50

منذ 32 weeks42:50

42:50

One of the top players in MLB, Royals SS Bobby Witt Jr is this week's guest, and you don’t want to miss it. In 2024, Bobby was the runner-up in the American League MVP voting, posting incredible offensive numbers and winning a Gold Glove at shortstop for the Kansas City Royals in only his third big-league season. Not long ago, Witt was playing travel and high school ball in Colleyville, Tx. The son of a MLB pitcher, Witt bucked current trends and never had a private hitting lesson until after high school, and instead of focusing on launch angles and hitting bombs (which he did plenty of), he focused on hitting the ball hard to all fields and eliminating strikeouts. Bobby shares some of his approach to hitting, his commitment to getting better which led to a Gold Glove in 2024, what his mom and dad taught him about character and humility, and much more.…

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97. Parenting Expert Dr. Tim Elmore: Parenting in the Crazy World of Youth Sports 51:48

منذ 33 weeks51:48

51:48

How can we help our kids develop grit? How do parents help, or hinder, their kids from reaching their full potential, in sports, or life? What are the keys to developing mental toughness in our kids? Do your kids suffer from FOMU (Fear of Messing Up) and how can you help them overcome it, in sports and life? These are just some of the questions we explore this week as we welcome Dr. Tim Elmore, founder and CEO of Growing Leaders, Inc. and a sought-after expert on parenting and leadership development of Gen Z and Gen Alpha kids. The author of more than 30 books, Dr. Elmore is a sought-after speaker and expert, appearing on numerous news shows, TED, dozens of Fortune 500 companies, and has worked with numerous professional sports teams in the MLB, NBA, and NFL, as well as some of college’s top programs. Parents and coaches don't want to miss this episode.…

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PA Replay: Motivational Speaker Inky Johnson 1:02:25

منذ 34 weeks1:02:25

1:02:25

Future first-round NFL draft pick, Inky Johnson’s life changed forever with a single tackle at the University of Tennessee. A ruptured artery left his right arm paralyzed, almost taking his life, and Inky shares the challenges he faced to even get to the University of Tennessee, as well as his story coming back from the life-altering injury. You will be inspired as he shares about his faith and determination, the importance of character, and his own experiences as a sports dad.…

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96. USWNT Soccer Star Mallory Pugh Swanson 48:08

منذ 35 weeks48:08

48:08

This week's guest is 2024 Olympic Gold Medalist and 2019 World Cup Champion MALLORY PUGH SWANSON. As the USWNT’s leading scorer in the 2024 Olympics, including scoring the only goal in the gold medal game, Mal has overcome injuries, doubt, and much more along her journey to the top of the soccer world. Her journey began like many young girls today, playing youth soccer from an early age, as well as playing basketball, and running track until high school. Mal talks about the areas she excelled from the beginning, as well as the areas she had to work hard to develop in her teen years. She also authentically shares about various periods of adversity she faced, including a time when she thought she had lost her passion for the game. She talks about the pivotal moments of life that helped her regain her belief, the role her faith has played in her journey, and the joy of winning a gold medal.…

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95. GOING ALL IN....What You Need To Know 52:14

منذ 36 weeks52:14

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At the end of the day, Youth and High School sports should always be fun, but what if a young athlete has big goals and aspirations? What if they want to become the best athlete they can be, pursing a dream of playing for their high school varsity team, at the college level, or even becoming a professional athlete? Many sports families are pursuing those goals from a young age, and we think that’s fantastic. But you should be aware of the challenges you’ll encounter. You should have a roadmap to help your young athlete become the best version of themselves on the field, court, pool, or track. On this episode the guys discuss all of this...Britt as an "all in" dad of a D1 athlete, Brad as an "all-in" sports dad and high school AD, and Jeff as a former highly accomplished athlete and current sports dad and coach.…

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94. 7x MLB All-Star Catcher Brian McCann 50:46

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Join us today as we welcome former 6x Silver Slugger and 7x MLB All-Star catcher Brian McCann! Brian shares his experiences growing up as the son of a college baseball coach and how his dad played a key role in helping shape his sports journey, which ultimately led to a very successful career in the MLB. Brian gives his thoughts on the current state of youth baseball today and sheds some light on some of the struggles that he has with the evaluation process of youth baseball players. Brian also dives into his thoughts on the 2024 World Series as well as shares some entertaining stories during his own MLB career, including some of his favorite moments playing alongside Pure Athlete's own Jeff Francoeur. You don't want to miss this one!…

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93. Sports Nutrition Coach Kelsey Poulter: Why Nutrition Is Key For Young Athletes 53:19

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Fueling your body with the right fuel is critical to an athlete's ability to operate at peak performance. Professionals in every sport have discovered the value of regulating what they eat, how much they eat, and when they eat. Young athletes are no different...adapting strong nutritional habits can be a key factor in taking performance to elevated levels, impacting energy levels, stamina, and recovery for young athletes. On today's episode, former college basketball player and current sports nutritionist Kelsey Poulter shares her experience and expertise with us as we discuss the importance of nutrition to athletic performance, answer specific questions related to training, recovery, game preparation, and so much more as she shares information and practical advice for parents, coaches, and young athletes.…

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92. The Daily Juggle: Family Life and Youth Sports 44:19

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If you're a sports parent, and especially if you have multiple kids, you know what we're talking about. Today's youth sports culture is so consuming, it's a challenge to keep sports from dominating our family life. We want to do all the things to help our kids achieve their sports goals, but we also have family goals that are equally important (or maybe more important in the long run). How do we juggle it all? How do we ensure that our families aren't going in five different directions all the time, and missing out on simply being together? How do we ensure that our non-sports kids aren't constantly taking a back seat to the high-level athlete in the family? ON this episode, Jeff, Britt, and Brad (with 14 kids between them) discuss their own challenges in these areas including some tips and ideas that will help you come on on the other end of the sports journey with a healthy family dynamic.…

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