The Class Athlete Podcast is hosted by the founder of The Class Athlete youth sports athletic league, Roy Bova along with Co-host Patrick Sirmeyer. Roy has over 20 years of experience in running and operating youth sports leagues where he and his team have placed emphasis on the devlopment of children to grow and become individuals of strong character, discipline and athletic abilities. In this podcast series, Roy and Patrick interview coaches, parents and former athletes to dig into the details of what is take to raise a first class child through sports.
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The Class Athlete Podcast is hosted by the founder of The Class Athlete youth sports athletic league, Roy Bova along with Co-host Patrick Sirmeyer. Roy has over 20 years of experience in running and operating youth sports leagues where he and his team have placed emphasis on the devlopment of children to grow and become individuals of strong character, discipline and athletic abilities. In this podcast series, Roy and Patrick interview coaches, parents and former athletes to dig into the details of what is take to raise a first class child through sports.
The Collaborative Approach of a Husband and Wife in Coaching their Children
The Class Athlete
30 minutes 54 seconds
1 year ago
The Collaborative Approach of a Husband and Wife in Coaching their Children
Summary
In this episode, Patrick Sirmeyer interviews Wes and Melissa Quinn, a husband and wife coaching duo in youth sports. They discuss their backgrounds, coaching philosophies, and the dynamics of coaching together while raising their three children. The conversation highlights the importance of fostering a love for sports, the competitive nature of their children, and the balance of communication and constructive criticism in their parenting approach. The Quinns share memorable moments from their coaching experiences and emphasize the significance of making sports enjoyable for kids.
Takeaways
Coaching youth sports is about fostering a love for the game.It's important to celebrate small successes in children's sports.Communication is key in coaching and parenting.Parents should model an active lifestyle for their children.Constructive criticism should be balanced with praise.Coaching together can strengthen family bonds.Every child is different and requires a tailored approach.Making sports fun is essential for children's engagement.Timing is crucial when discussing performance with kids.Memorable moments in sports can build confidence in children.
Titles
The Quinn Family's Coaching JourneyBalancing Family and Coaching
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Quinn Family and Their Coaching Journey03:30 Balancing Coaching and Professional Lives06:35 Family Dynamics in Sports09:23 The Competitive Nature of Siblings12:39 Coaching Philosophy for Youth Sports15:37 Memorable Moments in Youth Sports18:46 Navigating Coaching as a Couple21:47 Constructive Criticism and Communication with Kids24:34 The Importance of Praise and Support27:37 Trivia and Fun Facts about Sports30:38 The class athlete outro music.mp3
The Class Athlete
The Class Athlete Podcast is hosted by the founder of The Class Athlete youth sports athletic league, Roy Bova along with Co-host Patrick Sirmeyer. Roy has over 20 years of experience in running and operating youth sports leagues where he and his team have placed emphasis on the devlopment of children to grow and become individuals of strong character, discipline and athletic abilities. In this podcast series, Roy and Patrick interview coaches, parents and former athletes to dig into the details of what is take to raise a first class child through sports.
