FATHERHOOD VOICES
EP 39: The Joy of Youth Sports: Balancing Fun and Competition
In this episode, Coach Andrew Weingart shares his passion for working with youth athletes, emphasizing the importance of mindset and mindfulness in sports.
He reflects on his upbringing and athletic experiences, advocating for children to have fun and not define themselves by their athletic abilities. The conversation explores common parental mistakes in pressuring young athletes and the need for a code of ethics for parents during games.
The episode concludes with insights on the appropriate age to introduce children to sports and the value of friendly competition.
In this episode, Coach Andrew Weingart shares his passion for working with youth athletes, emphasizing the importance of mindset and mindfulness in sports.
He reflects on his upbringing and athletic experiences, advocating for children to have fun and not define themselves by their athletic abilities. The conversation explores common parental mistakes in pressuring young athletes and the need for a code of ethics for parents during games.
The episode concludes with insights on the appropriate age to introduce children to sports and the value of friendly competition.