Dwain Chambers shares his journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a world-class sprinter, emphasizing the importance of discipline, mentorship, and resilience. He discusses his role in inspiring young athletes through his academy, focusing on personal growth and the joy of participation over winning. Dwain talks openly about the lowest moment of his career and how he now uses this to coach the kids in his academy.

Keywords

Dwain Chambers, athletics, role model, inspiration, youth sports, discipline, resilience, mentorship, personal growth, sports academy

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In this episode of the Sports Parenting Playbook Podcast, Kirk Bowyer and stand in co-host Seb discuss with Linda Flanagan, author of 'Take Back the Game', the complexities of youth sports. They explore the pressures on young athletes, the financial and emotional costs of travel sports, and the importance of intrinsic motivation. Linda shares insights on how sports can be more inclusive and enjoyable for children, emphasizing the need for balance and the dangers of early specialization.

Keywords

youth sports, travel sports, intrinsic motivation, early specialization, sports parenting

Takeaways

• Linda Flanagan discusses the impact of travel sports on families.
• The financial burden of youth sports is significant for many parents.
• Intrinsic motivation is crucial for long-term sports engagement.
• Early specialization in sports can lead to burnout and injuries.
• Linda advocates for a more inclusive approach to youth sports.
• The importance of free play in preventing injuries is highlighted.
• Norway's model of community-based sports is discussed as ideal.
• The role of parents in supporting but not pressuring children is emphasized.
• Linda shares insights on balancing sports and academics for children.
• The episode concludes with a call to rethink youth sports structures.

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In this Christmas special episode of The Sports Parenting Playbook hosts Ben Russell and Kirk Bowyer discuss their take on the latest Christmas presents being marketed for children (and adults) this Christmas.

What presents could benefit a sports enthusiast child? What presents could do more harm than good to the development of children looking to ENJOY a sport.

Christmas is all about family and friends and the quality time you can spend with them making memories unwrapping presents and playing together. Listen to this episode to see what could be a Christmas hit this year and what might not do so well.

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