The Sports Parenting Podcast
Charlie Brenneman
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19 - Your Kid and How You Communicate with the Coach
Is your communication with your child's coach accurate and effective? Are you bringing frustration into the conversation, or are you clear-headed? Are you speaking from emotion, or from…
18 - Remember That Every Kid is Different
As a parent, you know that your kids are different. What works for one might not work for the other. As a coach, it's the same. Never forget that every kid is different, and how you approach them…
17 - What Will Your Kids Say About You?
One day, your kids will grow up and talk about you. "My mom was always…" "My dad never…" "My parents…" In this episode, we challenge ourselves to think about how we're showing up, and whether we're…
16 - I Left Youth Sports for 14 Years…Here's What I Learned Coming Back
For the past five years, I've been back in youth sports after more than a decade away from coaching. I left to pursue the UFC, and coaching, especially at the youth level, was no longer part of my…
15 - PJW (PA Jr. Wrestling) State Recap and Takeaways
Our youth wrestling season wrapped up this past weekend at the state tournament. In today's episode, we share highlights from the weekend and a few takeaways to consider as you navigate your own…
14 - I Did a Hard Thing
I recently took my son out of a wrestling tournament, and it had nothing to do with illness or injury. It had everything to do with his attitude and behavior. Here is the story... For online…
13 - Helping Athletes (and Families) Handle Wins and Losses
Having recently watched our high school state wrestling tournament, I was reminded of the power we have in how we respond to events. In sports and in life, outcomes don't define us, our responses do.…
12 - Too Late at 8?
"If you didn't start last year, you're too late." "If you haven't zeroed in on your kid's future by age eight, you're already behind." The Joneses seem to be operating at a whole different level when…
11 - Youth Sports Insights and Observations (Repost)
Original show description (Jan. 31, 2024): Fresh off a youth wrestling tournament, I'm bringing some observations and insights that can help you navigate the world of youth sports. ... *Crazy to see…
10 - Is this Even Worth It?
No parking. No seats. High fees. Big emotions. At some point, we've all wondered: Is this even worth it? In this episode, we zoom out and evaluate youth sports honestly — the cost, the chaos, the…
9 - Standards and Expectations
I once heard that expectations are one of the biggest causes of conflict in marriage. When we get on the same page with our spouse, things usually go better. The same is true with our kids and…
8 - The Blame Game
Blame is one of the most damaging habits in sports — and in life. It creates excuses and keeps us stuck. In this episode, we break down how blame shows up everywhere in youth sports — athletes…
7 - Belief, Non-Belief or Neither
Confidence matters. As parents, we often feel like it's our job to help our athletes build confidence so they can perform at their best. But sometimes, confidence isn't something to chase or force.…
6 - Know When to Stop Digging
Sometimes, moving forward means pushing harder. And sometimes, moving forward means pausing — even taking a step back — before moving in a different direction. Knowing when to maintain full steam…
5 - Know What You Don't Know
Stemming from the idea, "They don't know what they don't know," this episode is about knowing what you don't know. It's about taking an honest look at yourself and asking, "What do I know?" and "What…
4 - Is Youth Sports All About Fun?
I may get some flack for this one, but I don't believe youth sports is all about fun. I believe it's about creating positive environments and experiences AND providing a foundation for future…
3 - "You Can't Fix Stupid"
Inspired by a recent interaction at a youth wrestling tournament, this episode focuses on: 1. the moms, dads and coaches that make you want to explode, and 2. how you respond to them. Though you…
2 - All You Can Do is All You Can Do
All you can do is all you can do — and for parents of young athletes, that truth matters. In this episode, I break down why growth can't be rushed, using the same "time under tension" principle we…
1 - Your Guide to Sports Parenting
Being a parent is hard enough, and when you add in sports, you have a whole new dynamic. Sports parenting is not for faint of heart, but it's not a hopeless pursuit. This podcast will help you…
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