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BONUS: 7 Things That Feel Like Bad Sports Parenting But Aren't (with Dr. Joey Case, Miami Marlins)
Jun 17, 2026
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Fun and Hard Can Both Exist in Youth Sports (with Jake Savicki)
May 20, 2026
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BONUS: Let Kids Play (with Senator Cory Booker and Representative Chris Deluzio)
May 14, 2026
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Why Your Kid Needs Sports To Be Bigger Than Sports (with Lisa Willis, retired WNBA player)
May 13, 2026
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| 6/17/26 | ![]() BONUS: 7 Things That Feel Like Bad Sports Parenting But Aren't (with Dr. Joey Case, Miami Marlins) | Some of the healthiest things we can do as sports parents feel completely wrong in the moment.We want to correct every mistake. We want to protect our kids from failure. We want to solve their problems, give them feedback after every game, and keep them from feeling disappointed.But what if those instincts are actually getting in the way of what our kids need most?In this episode, sports psychologist Dr. Joey Case returns to discuss seven things that feel like bad sports parenting but aren't. We explore why confidence grows through struggle, how kids develop resilience, and what it looks like to support young athletes without trying to control every outcome.Topics include:• Why correcting every mistake can hurt learning and confidence• The value of letting kids fail in public• Why the car ride home is usually the wrong place for feedback• When parents should step in and when they should stay out• Why connection matters more than performance after a tough game• The surprising benefits of boredom• How to know when quitting is the wrong choice and when it's the right oneIf you've ever wondered whether you're helping your child grow or simply easing your own anxiety, this conversation is for you.The goal of sports parenting isn't protecting kids from discomfort but rather helping them develop the tools to handle discomfort when it comes.--------HEALTHY SPORTS PARENTING COURSEGet early access at HealthySportsParents.com/Course.--------More from Dr. Case:TikTok: @josephccaseInstagram: @drjosephcaseSubstack: https://josephccasepsyd.substack.com--------FROM OUR SPONSORS:Hey Coachhttps://heycoach.team/Tomahawk Shadeshttps://tomahawkshades.comCode: HSP50 for 50% off--------New episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 5/20/26 | ![]() Fun and Hard Can Both Exist in Youth Sports (with Jake Savicki) | Youth sports are supposed to help kids grow, compete, fail, learn, and have fun. But somewhere along the way, a lot of adults started acting like fun and hard can’t both exist at the same time.In this episode of Healthy Sports Parents, Jonathan Carone sits down with former player, coach, and creator Jake Savickifor a conversation about what kids actually need from the adults around them in sports.Jake shares stories from coaching high school baseball, raising his own daughter through youth sports, and learning firsthand how much weight parents’ words, reactions, and expectations can carry. The conversation dives into why so many kids stop loving sports, how parents unintentionally add pressure, and why creating the right environment matters more than chasing the perfect development plan.Jonathan and Jake also talk about:Why fun changes as kids get olderThe difference between hard work and pressureHelping kids stay connected to the game long-termWhy comparison and FOMO lead parents into bad decisionsThe importance of understanding each kid individuallyWhat happens when kids feel safe to failWhy parents matter more than they realizeThis episode is a reminder that most kids don’t need perfect coaching, year-round training, or adults obsessing over outcomes. They need support, perspective, encouragement, and the freedom to enjoy the process of growing up through sports.--------More from Jake:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jakesavicki?lang=enInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakesavicki/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Jake-Savicki-100066450740049/--------FROM OUR SPONSORS:Hey Coachhttps://heycoach.team/Onsideshttps://www.getonsides.com/--------New episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 5/14/26 | ![]() BONUS: Let Kids Play (with Senator Cory Booker and Representative Chris Deluzio) | Congressman Chris Deluzio and Senator Cory Booker join Healthy Sports Parents creator Jonathan Carone for a conversation about the newly introduced Let Kids Play Act and why they believe youth sports in America are becoming inaccessible for too many families.Instead of focusing only on the details of the legislation, this conversation explores the bigger questions underneath it all: Why do youth sports matter so much? What happens when sports become a luxury item instead of a community experience? And what role, if any, should the federal government play when families are being priced out?Jonathan talks with Congressman Deluzio and Senator Booker about private equity in youth sports, stay-to-play requirements, rising costs for families, youth sports data privacy, and the growing concern that community-based leagues and facilities are disappearing as larger companies consolidate control over more parts of the sports ecosystem.The conversation also goes beyond policy. Senator Booker shares how sports shaped his life and taught him lessons about teamwork, perseverance, and unity, while Congressman Deluzio reflects on growing up in community baseball and why he believes every kid deserves the chance to play regardless of their family’s income.Whether you agree with the bill or not, this episode is ultimately about something much bigger than politics: preserving the role youth sports can play in helping kids grow into healthy adults and keeping those opportunities accessible for future generations.Episode recorded May 13, 2026.--------FROM OUR SPONSORS:Hour-a-thonhttp://www.hour-a-thon.comHey Coachhttps://heycoach.team/--------New episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 5/13/26 | ![]() Why Your Kid Needs Sports To Be Bigger Than Sports (with Lisa Willis, retired WNBA player) | Youth sports can feel like they’re all about the next game, the next season, or the next level. But what if the bigger opportunity has nothing to do with any of that?In this episode of Healthy Sports Parents, Jonathan Carone sits down with Lisa Willis to talk about what sports are really meant to give our kids. From her journey through UCLA and the WNBA to her work as a coach today with Texas Sports Academy, Lisa shares how the lessons that mattered most had nothing to do with stats or accolades, and everything to do with mindset, resilience, and identity.Together, they unpack why so many young athletes are more skilled than ever but often struggle with confidence, pressure, and failure, and what parents can do to help shift that. Lisa explains why habits matter more than highlight moments, how to help kids handle tough emotions after games, and why separating identity from performance is one of the most important things we can teach them.This conversation keeps coming back to one simple idea: sports should be bigger than sports. Not because of what kids achieve, but because of who they’re becoming in the process.If you’ve ever felt the tension between wanting your kid to succeed and wanting them to enjoy the experience, this episode will help you approach it in a more grounded, intentional way.At the end of the day, the goal isn’t simply to raise a great athlete. It’s to raise a great human.--------More from Lisa:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisawillis40/Website: https://lisacwillis.com/Texas Sports Academy: https://sportsacademy.school/--------FROM OUR SPONSORS:Eleven11https://eleven11teamsports.com/Hey Coachhttps://heycoach.team/--------New episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 5/6/26 | ![]() Raising Healthy Humans Through Youth Sports (with Dr. Jeremy Alland, Chicago Bulls + White Sox) | Youth sports are not about winning. They’re about helping our kids become the best version of themselves possible.In this episode of Healthy Sports Parents, Jonathan sits down with Dr. Jeremy Alland, team doctor for the Chicago Bulls and White Sox, for a practical and honest conversation about injuries, overuse, and what parents need to understand about their child’s long-term health.They discuss why kids are getting hurt at younger ages, how fatigue and year-round play are driving many of these injuries, and what that means not just for this season, but for the next 30 to 60 years of a child’s life. The conversation also covers how to think about training volume, the role of free play, when to introduce strength training, and why most families should focus on nutrition before supplements.The goal isn’t short-term success this season.It’s raising a kid who leaves sports healthy, confident, and equipped for life.--------More from Dr. Alland:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyallandmd/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremyallandmd--------FROM OUR SPONSORS:Eleven11https://eleven11teamsports.com/Hey Coachhttps://heycoach.team/--------New episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 4/29/26 | ![]() Club Sports 101: What Parents Need to Know Before Leaving Rec League (with Karen Scholl) | A lot of families hit a point where rec league doesn’t feel like enough anymore, and the next step seems obvious: move to club (travel) sports where kids will get more games, more training, and more opportunity.But before making that jump, it’s worth slowing down and understanding what actually changes when you leave rec behind.In this episode, Jonathan is joined by author Karen Scholl – a mom who navigated the club sports journey with both her sons and wrote a book about it called Surving Soccer.In the conversation, they walk through what club sports really are, why so many families feel pulled in that direction, and what parents should be thinking about before committing. They talk about the time, the cost, the pressure, and the tradeoffs that don’t always get talked about upfront. This isn’t about saying club sports are good or bad. For some kids and families, they can be a great fit.But club sports are not the only path, and it’s not always the right next step just because it feels like the natural one.If your family is starting to wrestle with the rec vs. club decision, this conversation will help you take a step back, think it through, and make a choice that actually fits your kid and your life.--------More from Karen:Buy Surviving SoccerSubstack: https://karenscholl.substack.com/--------FROM OUR SPONSORS:Hour-a-thonhttp://www.hour-a-thon.com--------New episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 4/22/26 | ![]() What a D1 Dad Wants Parents to Know About the Youth Sports Journey (with Britt Lee, Co-Founder Pure Athlete) | A lot of families start the youth sports journey with the same goal in mind: play at the highest level possible and see where it goes. But what happens when you actually get there… and realize it wasn’t what you thought it would be?In this conversation, Jonathan sat down with Britt Lee, co-founder of Pure Athlete and a dad who’s walked the full path. His son reached Division I tennis. He also had another son burn out. And somewhere along the way, he learned what actually matters and what doesn’t.They talk about the pressure parents feel to specialize early, why so many well-meaning families get pulled into decisions they never intended to make, and how easy it is for sports to slowly take over more of our lives than we realize. Britt shares what he wishes he knew at the beginning, what he’d do differently, and how parents can take a step back and lead their kids through sports in a healthier way.They also get into identity, both for kids and for parents, and why it can be so hard to let go when a sport ends even if we’ve kept the right perspective the whole time. And maybe most importantly, we talk about how to keep sports in the right place so they add to your family instead of taking it over.If you’re in the middle of it right now, trying to figure out what’s best for your kid while managing all the noise and pressure around you, this one will hit close to home.--------More from Britt + Pure Athlete:https://www.pureathlete.com/https://www.instagram.com/pureathleteinc/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086392548798https://www.tiktok.com/@pureathleteinc--------FROM OUR SPONSORS:Hour-a-thonhttp://www.hour-a-thon.com--------READ MY ARTICLE IN MOCKINGBIRD:https://mbird.com/sports/the-gospel-according-to-youth-sports/--------New episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 4/15/26 | ![]() Taking Youth Sports Back One Family at a Time (with ESPN College Football Reporter Heather Dinich) | Youth sports can quickly take over family life, leaving parents feeling pressure to specialize early, chase opportunities, and keep up with everyone else. But what if taking youth sports back starts with one simple shift at home?In this episode of the Healthy Sports Parents podcast, ESPN college football reporter and sports mom Heather Dinich joins the conversation to talk about balancing youth sports, family life, and ambition. As a parent of three boys navigating multiple sports, Heather shares what she’s learned about helping kids find the right fit, avoiding unnecessary pressure, and keeping sports in their proper place.We discuss the realities of club sports, the pressure families feel to specialize early, and how parents can support their kids without letting sports take over their identity or family time. This conversation also explores how to let kids take ownership of their sports journey while still providing guidance and perspective along the way.If you're a sports parent trying to balance busy schedules, rising expectations, and what’s actually best for your kid, this episode offers a practical and encouraging perspective on taking youth sports back one family at a time.In this episode, we discuss:• Balancing youth sports and family life• The pressure to specialize early• Letting kids find the sport that fits them• How parents can avoid comparison and urgency• Taking youth sports back one family at a time--------More from Heather:https://www.instagram.com/cfbheather/--------FROM OUR SPONSORS:ESPN's Take Back Sportshttps://www.takebacksports.orgHour-a-thonhttp://www.hour-a-thon.com--------New episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 4/8/26 | ![]() Giving Kids Ownership of Their Youth Sports Journey (with Leslie Osborne, retired USWNT) | What happens when we stop trying to control our kids' sports experience and start helping them own it?In this episode, retired USWNT player and current youth coach / pro team owner Leslie Osborne shares why the healthiest sports journeys are the ones driven by kids, not adults. From playing multiple sports growing up to navigating injuries and life after soccer, Leslie reflects on how ownership, passion, and perspective shaped her career and now shape how she parents and coaches.We also explore what it looks like to support kids without pushing them, how parents can balance competitiveness with emotional development, and why youth sports should be about developing confident, capable humans more than elite athletes.Our job isn’t to control the journey.It’s to give kids the tools, space, and confidence to own it themselves.This conversation is about stepping back, trusting our kids, and remembering that sports are simply the vehicle. The real goal is helping them grow into resilient, confident adults who can handle whatever comes next, both on and off the field. That long term development mindset sits at the heart of Healthy Sports Parents and the idea that youth sports are ultimately about raising healthy adults, not just athletes.--------FROM OUR SPONSORS:Hour-a-thonhttp://www.hour-a-thon.comSmallsidehttp://www.smallside.co New episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 4/1/26 | ![]() Youth sports are serious. Just not *that* serious. (with comedian and sports dad Dustin Nickerson) | Youth sports matter. We care because our kids care. But somewhere along the way, it’s easy for that care to turn into pressure, stress, and taking things way more seriously than we ever intended.In this episode, Jonathan sits down with comedian and sports dad Dustin Nickerson to talk about the realities of being a sports parent – the long tournaments, the awkward sideline dynamics, the pressure we feel to show up to everything and get it all right, and the moments when we realize we might need to take a breath and laugh a little.Dustin shares what youth sports look like through the lens of an introvert, how he balances being on the road with being present for his kids, and why effort matters more than perfect attendance. They also get into failure, perspective, participation trophies, arguing with refs, and why kids notice our effort more than our perfection.This is a conversation for parents who care deeply about their kids, want to support them well, and are trying to keep youth sports healthy for their family.Youth sports are serious. Just not that serious.--------FROM OUR SPONSORS:Hour-a-thonhttp://www.hour-a-thon.comNew episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
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| 3/25/26 | ![]() Why Good Parents Feel So Much Pressure in Youth Sports (with Jordan Rogers) | Youth sports can feel heavier than it’s supposed to.Not because parents don’t care.But because they care so much.In this episode, Jonathan sits down with former Nike sports marketer Jordan to pull back the curtain on what’s really shaping the youth sports experience today. From the way brands speak to us, to the rise of travel teams, to the pressure to keep up with other families, there’s more going on beneath the surface than most of us realize.We talk about why so many good parents feel like they’re constantly second-guessing their decisions, how comparison and fear quietly drive a lot of what we do, and why the system feels harder to navigate than it used to.We also get into:The difference between being served and being sold toWhy youth sports keeps getting more expensiveWhat happens when kids don’t make the teamThe loss of free play and what that means for kidsThe truth about NIL and youth sports social mediaThis conversation is not about blaming parents but rather understanding the environment we’re parenting in.When we can name the pressures we're facing, we can start to lead through it in healthier ways.And that’s where things start to change.--------FROM OUR SPONSORS:Hour-a-thonhttp://www.hour-a-thon.comPhenom Elitehttps://phenomelitebrand.com/--------New episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 3/18/26 | ![]() The Biggest Thing Youth Sports Needs Right Now (with Dr. Katlin Okamoto, US Soccer Foundation) | Youth sports need more trustworthy adults in kids’ lives.In this episode, Jonathan talks with Dr. Katlin Okamoto of the U.S. Soccer Foundation about the single biggest thing youth sports needs right now. It’s not better drills, more tournaments, or earlier specialization. It’s adults who understand that their influence goes far beyond the scoreboard.They explore why coaches often become one of the most influential adults in a young person’s life, how the role of a coach is shifting from instructor to mentor, and why relationships are the foundation of healthy sports experiences for kids.Dr. Okamoto also shares the thinking behind the Yes, Coach! campaign, a national effort to recruit, support, and celebrate the adults who step up to lead kids through sports in a healthy way.If youth sports are going to change, it won’t start with policies or platforms. It will start with the adults who show up for kids every week.In this episode we cover:Why kids need multiple trustworthy adults in their livesThe hidden influence youth coaches have on young peopleWhy coaching is as much an art as it is a scienceHow youth sports have changed and why families feel more pressureWhat the Yes, Coach! campaign hopes to change in youth sports--------FROM OUR SPONSORS:Brite Legacyhttps://britelegacy.com/--------New episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 3/11/26 | ![]() The Missing Piece in Youth Sports Development (with Dr. Jonathan Jenkins, sports psychologist) | Youth sports development often focuses on skills, reps, and results. But there’s a missing piece that determines whether kids actually grow, last, and enjoy the journey.In this episode, Jonathan sits down with Dr. Jonathan Jenkins, Team Clinical and Performance Psychologist for the New England Patriots and Behavioral Sport Psychologist for the Boston Red Sox, to talk about the mental side of youth sports that too often gets overlooked.They dig into what kids really need to thrive, motivation versus willpower, why independence at practice matters, how fundamentals lead to confidence and flow, why resilience and finishing strong matter more than early success, and how parents can support their kids without making sports feel heavier than they need to be.They also break down the four pillars from Dr. Jenkins’ new book Mentality Wins:Focus. Learning to direct attention and filter distractionsFlow. Playing freely without overthinkingFinish. Responding to mistakes and setbacks with resilienceFlourish. Keeping identity bigger than sportThis conversation is for parents who care about development, not just performance. About raising confident, resilient kids, not just better athletes. And about making sure youth sports actually serve the kid, not the other way around.--------FROM OUR SPONSORS:Brite Legacyhttps://britelegacy.com/--------New episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 3/4/26 | ![]() Youth Sports, Identity, and Life After the Medal (with Paralympic Gold Medalist Mike Schultz) – a collaboration with Parents.com | This conversation is an extended version of my interview with Mike Schultz for Parents’ 100-Year Digital Issue, where he’s being spotlighted as one of today’s most inspiring parents.What actually lasts when the season ends? What happens once you step off the podium and go back to real life?In this episode, Jonathan sits down with Paralympic gold medalist, inventor, and dad Mike Schultz to talk about what it really looks like to chase something big while raising a 12-year-old athlete.Mike has competed at the highest level in the world. He’s also spent 170 days on the road in a single year trying to balance training for the Paralympic Winter Games with being present for his daughter’s gymnastics meets and middle school milestones. He knows the pull of ambition and the guilt that can come with it.We talk about:What his life-changing injury taught him about identity beyond performanceWhy progression, not winning, is what truly motivates long-term successThe difference between supporting your kid and pushing themHow to help kids discover their own internal driveWhat he hopes his daughter learns from watching him competeMike shares honestly about the tension of being “just dad” at home while also being a world-class athlete. He explains why pushing only works for so long, why losing teaches more than winning, and why the point of youth sports has to go deeper than medals.If your kid’s sport ended tomorrow, what would you hope remained?This conversation is about making sure the answer to that question is bigger than the scoreboard.--------FROM OUR PARTNER:For 100 years, PARENTS has provided millions of caregivers with trustworthy advice and a supportive community as they raise the next generation of confident and compassionate kids.Read my full feature on Mike SchultzRead the full Parents 100 Years Issue digital magazineLearn more about BioDapt--------FROM OUR SPONSORS:Brite Legacyhttps://britelegacy.com/--------New episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 2/25/26 | ![]() Youth sports should build humans, not just athletes (with Jason D'Rocha, VP Sportball) | In this episode of Healthy Sports Parents, Jonathan sits down with Jason D’Rocha from Sportball to talk about what youth sports are actually for and how early experiences shape kids long after the final whistle.Jason shares why sport can be one of the safest places for kids to do hard things, fail, recover, and grow. They unpack why fun and confidence have to come before competition, what parents should really be looking for in a coach, and how sports function as a powerful social and emotional classroom, not just a physical one.They also dig into one of the most misunderstood topics in youth sports: starting kids young. Jason explains Sportball’s approach to early childhood sports, why development matters more than age, and how physical literacy, emotional safety, and parent-child connection lay the foundation for a healthy relationship with sports later in life.This conversation is especially for parents who feel stuck in systems that reward outcomes over process. Jason offers a grounded, realistic way to hold your values even when the league, other parents, or the culture around you pushes in a different direction.If you care more about raising a confident, resilient human than collecting wins at young ages, this episode is for you.Topics covered:Why youth sports are a training ground for lifeWhat matters more than winning at young agesWhat parents should actually look for in a coachWhy confidence and competence come before competitionHow sports teach social and emotional skillsNavigating youth sports systems that prioritize resultsEncouragement for parents who are still figuring this out--------Learn More About Sportball:https://sportball.com/--------FROM OUR SPONSORS:PlayPitshttps://playpits.com/HSP15 for 15% offBrite Legacyhttps://britelegacy.com/--------New episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 2/18/26 | ![]() What Parents Need to Know About Head Injuries in Youth Sports (with Dr. Christopher Nowinski) | Youth sports head injuries explained for parents who want to stay informed without being afraid.In this episode of Healthy Sports Parents, Jonathan sits down with Dr. Christopher Nowinski, co-founder of the Concussion Legacy Foundation and one of the leading voices on concussions and CTE, for a calm, honest, and practical conversation about brain health in youth sports.Together, they unpack what we’ve learned about head injuries since we were kids and how that information should shape the way we guide our own children through sports today. This is not a conversation meant to scare parents away from sports. It’s about helping parents understand risk, recognize warning signs, and make age-appropriate decisions with clarity and confidence.You’ll hear:How to think about concussions without panickingWhy kids often can’t recognize or report their own symptomsThe difference between concussions and cumulative head impactsWhat parents should actually watch for after a hit or fallHow sports like football, soccer, hockey, lacrosse, and baseball have changed and whyWhy age-appropriate versions of sports matter for developing brainsThis episode is for parents who care deeply about their kids, believe sports can be a powerful good, and want to lead with better information than the generation before us had.--------FROM OUR SPONSORS:PlayPitshttps://playpits.com/HSP15 for 15% offCamp Blue Ridgehttp://www.blueridgecamp.com$750 off summer 2026 tuition for Healthy Sports Parents listeners--------New episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 2/11/26 | ![]() What Three Division I Coaches Want Youth Sports Parents to Understand About Recruiting | College sports recruiting can feel overwhelming, expensive, and confusing - especially when everyone online seems to have a different answer.In this episode of Healthy Sports Parents, Jonathan Carone sits down with three Division I head coaches from softball (Helen Peña, Ball State), women’s volleyball (Dan Meske, University of Louisville), and men’s soccer (Bobby Muuss, Wake Forest) for an honest roundtable conversation about what recruiting actually looks like from the college side.They talk about the real difference between a good high school player and a college athlete, how much work Division I sports truly require, and why fundamentals and consistency matter more than being flashy. They also address common pressure points parents feel, including club sports costs, high school versus club ball, early recruiting timelines, camps and showcases, and the rise of youth recruiting profiles on social media.Most importantly, this episode reframes recruiting away from fear and hype and toward clarity, perspective, and healthy expectations so parents can support their kids without losing sight of what really matters.--------FROM OUR SPONSORS:Camp Blue Ridgehttp://www.blueridgecamp.com$750 off summer 2026 tuition for Healthy Sports Parents listenersPlayPitshttps://playpits.com/HSP15 for 15% offBall-Brand Goodshttps://ball-brand.com/CHILLY15 for 15% off--------New episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 2/4/26 | ![]() The Line Between Support and Pressure in Youth Sports (with D1 Coach Stacey Nuveman-Deniz) | Most parents want the same thing: to support their kids well and help them grow through sports. But somewhere along the way, support can quietly turn into pressure, often without us realizing it.In this episode, Jonathan sits down with Stacey Nuveman-Deniz, a Division I head coach, Olympian, and sports parent, to talk honestly about where that line actually is and how easy it is to cross it. They dig into ego, expectations, competitiveness, and why so many kids end up burned out or disconnected from the game they once loved.Coach Nuvey shares real stories from recruiting, coaching, and parenting, including what she sees in athletes who thrive long-term and what shows up again and again in kids who flame out. This conversation isn’t about blaming parents. It’s about helping them recognize the difference between leading with care and unintentionally adding weight their kids were never meant to carry.If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re helping or hovering, encouraging or pushing, this episode will give you language, perspective, and clarity to support your kid in a healthier way.--------FROM OUR SPONSORS:PlayPitshttps://playpits.com/ HSP15 for 15% offBall-Brand Goodshttps://ball-brand.com/CHILLY15 for 15% offCamp Blue Ridgehttp://www.blueridgecamp.com$750 off summer 2026 tuition for Healthy Sports Parents listeners--------New episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 1/14/26 | ![]() How We Take Back Youth Sports for Everyday Families (with ESPN's Jennifer Paulett) | Youth sports were never meant to feel like an all in decision with no off ramp. But for a lot of families, that is exactly where things end up. The pressure ramps up, the schedules get overwhelmed, and the choices for where to play start to disappear.In this episode, Jonathan sits down with Jennifer Paulett, Director of Corporate Citizenship at ESPN, to talk about the Take Back Sports campaign and what they are learning about why kids are walking away from sports. They discuss the importance of rec leagues, the dangers of early specialization, the role parents play in shaping the culture, and why choice matters more than most families realize. Jennifer also shares what she is seeing through ESPN and Positive Coaching Alliance as they work with leagues, organizations, and professional athletes to rebuild a healthier youth sports system.This conversation is a reminder that youth sports should give every kid a place to play, not just the competitive ones. Our goal is not to raise professional athletes. It is to help kids keep playing, growing, and enjoying sports for as long as they can so we can continue teaching them all the lessons sports can teach.---------MORE FROM ESPN + TAKE BACK SPORTShttp://www.takebacksports.orghttps://www.espn.com/espn/citizenship/---------FROM OUR SPONSORS:Camp Blue Ridgehttp://www.blueridgecamp.com$750 off summer 2026 tuition for Healthy Sports Parents listenersPlayPitshttps://playpits.com/HSP15 for 15% off--------New episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 12/29/25 | ![]() BONUS: Nine Things We Hope Your Kid Learns Through Sports in 2026 | How youth sports can help your kid grow in 2026As we close out the year, Eric Williams and I sat down to talk through nine lessons we hope every kid learns through youth sports in 2026. This one is fun, honest, and packed with the kinds of conversations we all want our kids to experience as they grow up through sports.We walk through each lesson on a five minute clock. Some we nail. Others… we definitely race the buzzer. But every one of them points back to the bigger purpose behind these games our kids play.In this episode we talk about:• Separating confidence from performance• Handling hard things without giving up• Seeing mistakes as feedback• Why effort creates opportunity• Navigating big emotions in healthy ways• The everyday value of being coachable• How leadership starts with serving• Why accountability builds trust• Finding joy in the process, not just the outcomeIf you ever wonder what sports are really teaching your kid, this is the episode to start with.Here’s to a meaningful and healthy 2026 for you and your kids.---------FROM OUR SPONSORS:Strandzhttp://www.shopstrandz.comHSP20 for 20% offby 11:59pm 01/04/26Ball-Brand Goodshttps://ball-brand.com/CHILLY15 for 15% offNew episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 11/26/25 | ![]() Seven Things Your Athlete Needs to Hear From You (with Brea Schmidt; creator of The Top Bleacher) | In the Season 2 finale, Jonathan sits down with Brea Schmidt — creator of The Top Bleacher — for an honest conversation about what kids really need to hear from their parents in youth sports. Together they walk through seven simple but powerful phrases that build confidence, resilience, and connection between parents and their athletes. From “You are more than your sport” to “I love watching you play,” this episode is a reminder that the words we use from the sidelines can shape who our kids become long after the games are over.---------MORE FROM BREA:https://www.facebook.com/thetopbleacher/https://www.instagram.com/thetopbleacher/---------FROM OUR SPONSORS:PlayPitshttps://playpits.com/HSP15 for 15% offBall-Brand Goodshttps://ball-brand.com/CHILLY15 for 15% offNew episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 11/19/25 | ![]() How ADHD Shows Up In Kids and Impacts Youth Athletes (with Dr. Joey Case; Sports Psychologist) | How does ADHD actually show up in kids — and what does it mean for youth athletes?In this episode, Dr. Joey Case, a sports psychologist at Mississippi State, joins Healthy Sports Parents to unpack how ADHD impacts focus, effort, and motivation in sports. He explains what parents and coaches often mistake for laziness or attitude, why ADHD isn’t a character flaw, and how to help kids thrive in practice and competition.You’ll also learn how parents can work with coaches, when to consider testing, and why some ADHD traits can actually become strengths on the field.If you’ve ever wondered how to better support your child with ADHD in sports or school, this conversation is a must-listen.---------MORE FROM Dr. Case:http://www.tiktok.com/@josephccasehttps://www.instagram.com/drjosephcasehttps://josephccasepsyd.substack.com/ ---------FROM OUR SPONSORS:Ball-Brand Goodshttps://ball-brand.com/CHILLY15 for 15% offPlayPitshttps://playpits.com/HSP15 for 15% offNew episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 11/12/25 | ![]() How To Separate Your Kid's Performance from Their Identity (with two-time Olympian Kate Ziegler) | When a child’s self-worth becomes tied to their performance, every game, race, or competition can feel like a verdict on who they are.In this episode, two-time Olympian Kate Ziegler shares her journey from national records and Olympic appearances to the emotional toll of defining herself by results — and how she finally learned to separate her identity from her performance.We talk about:The hidden pressure high-achieving athletes carryHow performance-based identity develops in kidsWhat parents can do to help their child see their worth beyond resultsPractical ways to support kids after both wins and lossesWhether your child is competing at the highest level or just starting out, this conversation will help you protect their joy, confidence, and mental health — while building a foundation that lasts far beyond sports.---MORE FROM KATE:Get coaching: https://kateziegler.com/---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents merch:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents#KateZiegler #YouthSports #SportsParenting #HealthySportsParents #AthleteMentalHealth #ParentingTips #IdentityAndPerformance #RaisingConfidentKids #Olympian New episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 11/5/25 | ![]() The Most Grounded Conversation I’ve Had About Youth Sports (with D1 Head Coach Ritchie McKay) | Your kid is not defined by their wins and losses.In this episode of Healthy Sports Parents, Liberty University Head Coach Ritchie McKay joins Jonathan Carone for one of the most grounded, heartfelt conversations we’ve ever had about identity, faith, family, and loving the game more than the win.Coach McKay has led Liberty basketball to NCAA Tournament wins and conference championships, but what stands out most is his perspective on people, not performance. He shares:Why kids need to find joy in the process, not just the scoreboardHow parents can help their child’s identity stay separate from performanceThe role gratitude and unconditional love play in raising healthy athletesHis take on specialization vs. multi-sport athletesEncouragement for parents who feel the pressure to get everything rightIf you’re a parent trying to raise kids who love the game and grow into strong, healthy adults in the process, this conversation will give you perspective, encouragement, and a whole lot of wisdom.New episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 10/29/25 | ![]() The Hidden Truths No One Tells You About Daddy Ball (with Julie + Audrey McCann) | When people talk about Daddy Ball, it usually comes with eye rolls and complaints about favoritism. But the truth is far more complicated.In this episode, Jonathan sits down with state champion coach Julie McCann and her daughter Audrey to talk about what it’s really like when your parent is also your coach.They share the blurred lines between coach and mom, the higher expectations that come with being “the coach’s kid,” and the honest conversations it takes to make that relationship work.This isn’t the cliché story of unfair playing time. It’s a real look at the challenges, tensions, and surprising gifts of living through what people call Daddy Ball.New episodes every Wednesday.---------Get your Healthy Sports Parents gear:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/shop---------Get your Weekend Playbook:https://www.healthysportsparents.com/playbook-----------Follow us on social:https://www.instagram.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.tiktok.com/@healthysportsparentshttps://www.facebook.com/healthysportsparentshttps://www.threads.net/healthysportsparents Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
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