Danielle Bollettieri, daughter of legendary tennis coach Nick Bollettieri and a certified end-of-life doula, joins The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe to share her personal insights on youth athletics and family legacy. Drawing deeply from her experiences growing up under her father's guidance in the world of elite tennis, assisting him at the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy, traveling internationally with him, and witnessing his motivational style firsthand, Danielle discusses the profound impact of dedicated coaching on young athletes' development, fostering resilience and positivity in sports parenting.

Dr. Haley Perlus, a sport and performance psychology expert with a PhD in Sport Psychology, joins The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe to share her personal insights on achieving peak performance in life. Drawing from her experiences as a former elite athlete and coach, Haley discusses embracing pressure as a performance enhancer, building mental toughness to overcome blocks and overthinking, strategies for focus and optimal functioning in high-pressure sports environments, the power of self-talk and self-belief in fostering confidence, and balancing stress management with athletic goals to prevent burnout.

Chad Dunn, Co-Founder and Exercise Specialist at MOVE Human Performance Center, and author of "Mind Over Virtually Everything: 10 Codes to Transform Your Life", joins The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe to share his journey from Colorado BMX racer to mindset mentor. Drawing from over 20 years in health, fitness, and sports performance, Chad discusses his motto “Mind Over Virtually Everything” for overcoming adversity, transforming pressure into focus through resilient mindsets, building confidence and purpose in high-stakes environments, empowering families with science-backed strategies for sustainable success, and creating a lifestyle of perseverance for parents and kids alike.

Paul Budge, a high-performance mindset coach and former national-level swimmer, joins The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe to share his strategies for transforming pressure into focus. Originally from Tasmania and now based in Berlin, Paul draws from his decade in business leadership and coaching pro athletes to discuss building resilient mindsets, preventing burnout in high-pressure environments, empowering individuals to unlock their potential through science-backed techniques, and creating a life by design with purpose and balance.

Stepping into the world of economics and human development, Martín A. Rossi, Professor of Economics and Vice Rector at San Andrés University, joins The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe to share his multifaceted journey. With a PhD from the University of Oxford and a background as a competitive tennis player, Martín reflects on his early days on the court, his influential academic papers on policy impacts and behavioral economics, his role in public administration as Secretary of Deregulation in Argentina's Ministry of Deregulation and State Transformation, and his experiences raising two daughters while navigating family life.

Mercedes Miguel, Minister of Education for the City of Buenos Aires and author of Aprendizaje Salvaje, joins The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe to share her passion for innovative youth development through education and play. As a former teacher and education reformer who started her career shaping policies for literacy and global citizenship, Mercedes reflects on her journey reimagining learning for Buenos Aires' youth, discussing the intersection of physical activity and academic growth in sports programs, empowering parents to foster resilience and self-image in young athletes, integrating technology and inclusion in youth sports education, and strategies for overcoming barriers to equitable access in athletic development.

Joe Foster, co-founder of Reebok and author of Shoemaker, joins The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe to share empowering wisdom on achieving success through perseverance and shared insights. Drawing from his journey building a global brand from a family shoemaking legacy, and overcoming challenges, Joe discusses the power of visualization, action, and faith in pursuing dreams, turning obstacles into opportunities, fostering teamwork and innovation in high-pressure environments, and lessons from scaling Reebok that inspire entrepreneurial thinking and personal growth. Note: the conversation with joe is divided into two episodes

Joe Foster, co-founder of Reebok and author of Shoemaker, joins The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe to share empowering wisdom on achieving success through perseverance and shared insights. Drawing from his journey building a global brand from a family shoemaking legacy, and overcoming challenges, Joe discusses the power of visualization, action, and faith in pursuing dreams, turning obstacles into opportunities, fostering teamwork and innovation in high-pressure environments, and lessons from scaling Reebok that inspire entrepreneurial thinking and personal growth. Note: the conversation with joe is divided into two episodes

Kristen Perkins, CEO and Co-Founder of InclYOUsion Sports, joins The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe to share her heartfelt journey from frustrated parent to innovator in inclusive youth programming. As a mother who couldn't find sports options tailored to her children's unique needs, Kristen discusses creating adaptive programs that build confidence and belonging for all kids, the importance of individualized coaching in fostering resilience, navigating the challenges of diverse athletic abilities in team settings, empowering sports parents to advocate for inclusion, and scaling community impact through scalable, family-centered sports solutions.

Dr. Jen Fry, a Sports Geographer, tech founder, TEDx speaker, and conflict expert, joins The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe to share her personal insights on fostering inclusive and resilient environments in youth sports. Drawing from her 15+ years as a collegiate volleyball coach and her experiences navigating organizational change, Jen discusses conflict resolution strategies for sports parents and coaches, empowering families to manage youth sports travel chaos, promoting diversity and inclusion in athletic teams, setting boundaries to avoid burnout in high-pressure sports parenting, and building team culture that supports young athletes' emotional well-being.

Amaka-Virtue Nathaniel, a dedicated parenting consultant, life coach, and advocate for intentional parenting, joins The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe to share her personal journey and wisdom on raising resilient children. Drawing from her experiences as a mother of three in Lagos, Nigeria, and her roles as a marriage counselor, female ministers trainer, and speaker, Amaka discusses intentional parenting strategies for sports families, building confidence and purpose in young athletes through self-image and goal-setting, fostering strong family bonds amid youth sports challenges and empowering parents to nurture healthy relationships in athletic kids.

James McLamb, joins The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe to share his insights on empowering the next generation through youth sports and leadership. As founder and CEO of Generation Youth, a former high school agriculture teacher with a Master’s in Youth Development Leadership, and author of Tomorrow’s Youth: Reaching a Hope-Deferred Generation, James discusses building resilience in youth sports, the role of parents in supporting young athletes' self-image, goal-setting strategies for student-athletes, overcoming challenges, and parenting tips for fostering purpose and confidence in athletic kids.

Nini Meyer, Founder & CEO of Positive Tracks, joins The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe to share her passion for empowering youth through sport activism. Drawing from her experiences raising two sons in New Hampshire and her love for endurance sports, Nini discusses hands-on leadership training, team building, fostering inclusion and connection, mobilizing young people to champion causes via athletic events, and the role of community involvement in building healthy futures for sports families.

Seth Alan Taylor, therapeutic life coach and Co-Founder of 3A Athletics, joins The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe to share his expertise on mental and emotional health in youth sports. With over 20 years as a soccer coach and athlete, Seth discusses empowering sports parents to nurture resilient athletes, fostering inner healing for kids and families, and balancing high achievement with well-being. He also shares insights from writing books and delivering impactful public speaking to inspire sports families, coaches, and professionals.

Natalie Meredith, founder of The Go-To Sports Mom (@cover.the.bases), joins The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe to share her journey as a mother of three daughters and advocate for sports families. She discusses baseball and softball life, the mental game for kids and parents, the role of grandparents, and fostering connection among sports families on and off the field. Natalie also opens up about her late father’s profound influence, sharing how his kindness, integrity, and support continue to shape her work and inspire her 10,000+ follower community.

In this episode, host Hernan Chousa interviews Keirsten Sires about her journey as a college athlete and her expertise in the recruiting process. Keirsten shares her personal experiences at Skidmore College, where she navigated challenges as a dual-sport athlete in tennis and soccer. She discusses the intricacies of college recruiting, offering practical advice for aspiring recruits. Additionally, she tackles common mistakes parents make by overstepping boundaries and provides guidance on fostering a healthy environment for student-athletes to thrive in college. The conversation emphasizes education, preparation, and building strong coach-athlete relationships to ensure success both on and off the field.

Alex Compton and Kevin Dalafu, accomplished entrepreneurs and coaches, share parenting stories, their journey co-writing "Wisest Learners: Guiding Your Child’s Athletic Journey", and insights on parenting versus coaching, learning from sports failures, and life lessons from athletics.