#RaisingAthletes Podcast

Sean is a Hockey Strength and Conditioning Coach.  Most recently, he was the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Minnesota Wild from 2016 to 2022.  He served in the same capacity for the Men's Ice Hockey and Field Hockey teams at Boston University in 2015/2016. Prior to joining the Terriers in the summer of 2015, Sean spent 13 seasons as the Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Anaheim Ducks. During his time with the Ducks, the team advanced to the Stanley Cup in 2003 and won the 2007 Stanley Cup.

After graduating from Villanova with a Master's in Business Administration Jul Thomson is beginning her coaching career at George Mason University. At Villanova, she was a two-year grad transfer on the track and field team where she was a Big East champion in the discus, a two-time member of the Big East All-Conference team and a part of a Big East championship team. Jul competed in both the shot put and the discus at the 2021 Canadian Olympic and Paralympic Trials. Thomson earned her BA from Dartmouth College in 2020 where she was a member of the track and field team and is currently pursuing a PhD in Political Science at the Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University. SHOW NOTES! https://villanova.com/sports/womens-track-and-field/roster/jul-thomson/12604 @julthomson

After graduating from Villanova with a Master's in Business Administration Jul Thomson is beginning her coaching career at George Mason University. At Villanova, she was a two-year grad transfer on the track and field team where she was a Big East champion in the discus, a two-time member of the Big East All-Conference team and a part of a Big East championship team. Jul competed in both the shot put and the discus at the 2021 Canadian Olympic and Paralympic Trials. Thomson earned her BA from Dartmouth College in 2020 where she was a member of the track and field team and is currently pursuing a PhD in Political Science at the Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University. SHOW NOTES! https://villanova.com/sports/womens-track-and-field/roster/jul-thomson/12604 @julthomson

Susie and Kirsten explain some essential lessons for parents raising athletes from the recreation level to the olympic level. Susie and Kirsten share their wealth of knowledge on how to get the best out of your child and how to ensure they stay athletes for life! SHOW NOTES! 5 Guidelines for Parenting Athletes (kirstenjonescoaching.lpages.co)  

After graduating from Villanova with a Master's in Business Administration Jul Thomson is beginning her coaching career at George Mason University. At Villanova, she was a two-year grad transfer on the track and field team where she was a Big East champion in the discus, a two-time member of the Big East All-Conference team and a part of a Big East championship team. Jul competed in both the shot put and the discus at the 2021 Canadian Olympic and Paralympic Trials. Thomson earned her BA from Dartmouth College in 2020 where she was a member of the track and field team and is currently pursuing a PhD in Political Science at the Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University.

In this episode, Kirsten and Susie dive into the crucial topic of self-esteem and its impact on young athletes. They explore strategies to help youth athletes develop a strong sense of self-worth and confidence, both on and off the field. Whether you're a parent, coach, or athlete, this episode offers essential guidance to empower the next generation to succeed and thrive in their athletic endeavors. Tune in and discover how to build champions from the inside out.

In this episode, Kirsten and Susie dive into the crucial topic of self-esteem and its impact on young athletes. They explore strategies to help youth athletes develop a strong sense of self-worth and confidence, both on and off the field. Whether you're a parent, coach, or athlete, this episode offers essential guidance to empower the next generation to succeed and thrive in their athletic endeavors. Tune in and discover how to build champions from the inside out.

Dr. Nelly Farnoody-Zahiri is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who specializes in working with Children, Youth & their Families. In her practice, she focuses on helping children and their families Cultivate Peace, and Good Mental Health using Family Prevention and Early Intervention Modalities.  She has been in Clinical Practice, and teaching Peace Learning Parenting Groups, and Toddler Groups for over ten years. She co-hosted Momtalk LA, and Peace Learning Parenting on American Farsi Network in 2012.  She has conducted presentations at conferences and seminars, such as the Mental Health Summit on Biculturalism, and Early Childhood Development.  She has also been involved with the International Society For Traumatic Stress Studies. Attributing her success to her hard work, good education and persistence, Dr. Farnoody-Zahiri became involved in her profession through her passion for working with children and families. Dr. Farnoody-Zahiri is a member of the Los Angeles County Psychological Association, as well as the American Psychological Association. She is affiliated with both Division 46 Peace Psychology and Division 48 Media Psychology.

Dr. Nelly Farnoody-Zahiri is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who specializes in working with Children, Youth & their Families. In her practice, she focuses on helping children and their families Cultivate Peace, and Good Mental Health using Family Prevention and Early Intervention Modalities.  She has been in Clinical Practice, and teaching Peace Learning Parenting Groups, and Toddler Groups for over ten years. She co-hosted Momtalk LA, and Peace Learning Parenting on American Farsi Network in 2012.  She has conducted presentations at conferences and seminars, such as the Mental Health Summit on Biculturalism, and Early Childhood Development.  She has also been involved with the International Society For Traumatic Stress Studies. Attributing her success to her hard work, good education and persistence, Dr. Farnoody-Zahiri became involved in her profession through her passion for working with children and families. Dr. Farnoody-Zahiri is a member of the Los Angeles County Psychological Association, as well as the American Psychological Association. She is affiliated with both Division 46 Peace Psychology and Division 48 Media Psychology.

Dr. Nelly Farnoody-Zahiri is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who specializes in working with Children, Youth & their Families. In her practice, she focuses on helping children and their families Cultivate Peace, and Good Mental Health using Family Prevention and Early Intervention Modalities.  She has been in Clinical Practice, and teaching Peace Learning Parenting Groups, and Toddler Groups for over ten years. She co-hosted Momtalk LA, and Peace Learning Parenting on American Farsi Network in 2012.  She has conducted presentations at conferences and seminars, such as the Mental Health Summit on Biculturalism, and Early Childhood Development.  She has also been involved with the International Society For Traumatic Stress Studies. Attributing her success to her hard work, good education and persistence, Dr. Farnoody-Zahiri became involved in her profession through her passion for working with children and families. Dr. Farnoody-Zahiri is a member of the Los Angeles County Psychological Association, as well as the American Psychological Association. She is affiliated with both Division 46 Peace Psychology and Division 48 Media Psychology.

Leah Jantzen is a Life and Business Strategist who works with highly motivated, energetic, enthusiastic, creative individuals looking to make profound changes in their lives. Leah empowers her clients to reach new heights with their innate abilities and talents. She is a self-help author, speaker, triathlete and performance coach. She specializes in training her clients to develop mental focus, toughness, and an ability to cleanse their lives of distractions that can hurt their ability to achieve their goals. SHOW NOTES Instagram: leahjantzen Website: leahjanten.com

Leah Jantzen is a Life and Business Strategist who works with highly motivated, energetic, enthusiastic, creative individuals looking to make profound changes in their lives. Leah empowers her clients to reach new heights with their innate abilities and talents. She is a self-help author, speaker, triathlete and performance coach. She specializes in training her clients to develop mental focus, toughness, and an ability to cleanse their lives of distractions that can hurt their ability to achieve their goals. SHOW NOTES Instagram: leahjantzen Website: leahjanten.com

Leah Jantzen is a Life and Business Strategist who works with highly motivated, energetic, enthusiastic, creative individuals looking to make profound changes in their lives. Leah empowers her clients to reach new heights with their innate abilities and talents. She is a self-help author, speaker, triathlete and performance coach. She specializes in training her clients to develop mental focus, toughness, and an ability to cleanse their lives of distractions that can hurt their ability to achieve their goals.

Peyton and Michael are co-founders of Ivy Method Tutors. Michael has worked as an educational consultant, tutor, and teacher for over fifteen years. After graduating from Harvard with honors, Michael was selected to join Teach for America, which sent him to New Haven, CT to teach 11th and 12th grade English; Michael was later one of fifty American teachers chosen to pilot Israel's first summer school program, and taught English to low-income Palestinian and Israeli children. Since relocating to Los Angeles, Michael has guided hundreds of kids to success with the college process, in their academic classes, and on the SAT, ACT, and ISEE. 

Peyton McDavitt graduated from Harvard with an A.B. in The History of Art and Architecture, a citation in Spanish, and a love of teaching. While at Harvard, she began volunteering at the MLK Jr. elementary school in Cambridge, which ignited her long career of tutoring and mentorship. Her academic acumen spans from teaching young children to read to guiding advanced students through college essays preparing students for the Johns Hopkins summer program for the gifted and talented. She has taught English to Spanish speakers while living abroad in Santiago, Chile, been flown to Italy to tutor writing and math, and guided countless students through test prep to Ivy league admissions. She was recently inducted into the Harvard Athletic Hall of Fame. SHOW NOTES! https://www.ivymethodtutors.com/ info@ivymethodtutors.com (323) 451-9202

Peyton McDavitt has recently been inducted into the Harvard Athletics Hall of Fame. Nominated by her sister for being a phenomenal player but more importantly a phenomenal teammate and leader. She now runs a Tutoring company, Ivy Method Tutors, with Michael Robin. Both of these Harvard graduates give amazing insights into college admissions process as well as share stories from their unique journeys.  SHOW NOTES! https://www.ivymethodtutors.com/ info@ivymethodtutors.com (323) 451-9202

Dr. Desaree Festa, commonly known as “Dr. Dez,”is the sports psychologist for the Buffalo Bills. She works closely with many of the players on the Bills roster and leads the Rookie Success and Player Development programs which helps integrate rookies into the NFL. She has previously worked with teams in the NBA, NHL, and NASCAR. Dr. Dez is very passionate about her field and offers amazing advice for athletes and parents!

Dr. Desaree Festa, commonly known as “Dr. Dez,”is the sports psychologist for the Buffalo Bills. She works closely with many of the players on the Bills roster and leads the Rookie Success and Player Development programs which helps integrate rookies into the NFL. She has previously worked with teams in the NBA, NHL, and NASCAR. Dr. Dez is very passionate about her field and offers amazing advice for athletes and parents!

Katie Steele is a former highly recruited D1 athlete who ran track and cross country for the famed University of Oregon team. After her running career intersected with the infamous coach Alberto Salazar, she was left with trauma for years to come. Deciding to dedicate her career to the integration of mental health care in athletics, she is now a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and co-founder of Thrive Mental Health, an outpatient mental health clinic in Bend, Oregon. SHOW NOTES www.athletesmentalhealthfoundation.org https://www.athletesmentalhealthfoundation.org/the-price-she-pays  IG: athletesmentalhealthfoundation

Katie Steele is a former highly recruited D1 athlete who ran track and cross country for the famed University of Oregon team. After her running career intersected with the infamous coach Alberto Salazar, she was left with trauma for years to come. Deciding to dedicate her career to the integration of mental health care in athletics, she is now a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and co-founder of Thrive Mental Health, an outpatient mental health clinic in Bend, Oregon. There is loads of advice all over this episode for any parent of an athlete. Enjoy this clip of Kirsten and Katie talking about what to look out for when needing to intervene with a coach! SHOW NOTES www.athletesmentalhealthfoundation.org https://www.athletesmentalhealthfoundation.org/the-price-she-pays  IG: athletesmentalhealthfoundation  

This week on the podcast we have Jenn Zerling! 

This week on the podcast we have Jenn Zerling! JZ is a nutrition coach, personal trainer, speaker, and expert contributor to multiple publications. She holds a Masters degree in Kinesiology, an International Obesity Management certification, Nutrition credential, a Corrective Exercise Specialist credential, a Running certification, yoga 200+ hour certification and many other national certifications. She is a licensed limited X-Ray technician through the state of California to operate the Bone Densitometry and Body Composition Scan. JZ has devoted her life to helping people manage their age and live healthy. She is known for encouraging a healthy lifestyle balanced with parenting, work, and all the stresses life brings. Listen to this trailer where Kirsten and Jenn discuss how to control the narrative you are writing for yourself and prioritize taking care of yourself, to be better for the people around you! SHOW NOTES! https://www.jzfitness.com/about-jz IG: @jzfitnessnutrition FB: jzfitness --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support

Meet one of Kirsten's star pupils! Kenzie Chang is a national champion equestrian, Team Gold Medalist at the 2021 Pony Finals, and Winner of the North American pre junior trials. Kenzie has been working with Kirsten for close to a year now and is showing why it can be so beneficial to have a peak performance coach in your corner. She has put so many of Kirsten's tools into practice and is reaping all of the benefits as she continues down her equestrian journey. SHOW NOTES Instagram: @kenziechang_ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support

Kenzie is wise far beyond her years and offers plenty of takeaways for people of all ages. Listen to this clip of Kenzie discussing how she started her riding career and the importance certain trainer's had on her overcoming her nerves of entering the ring! 

Teresa Strasser is an Emmy-winning writer and Emmy-nominated television host (TLC). She's been a contributor to the Los Angeles Times, USA Today, the Arizona Republic and The Today Show. As a broadcaster, she's been on The View, Good Morning America, The Talk, CNN, Good Day New York, and was a regular guest on Dr. Phil. Radio and podcast audiences know her as the co-host of The Guinness World Record holding Adam Carolla Show. Her first memoir, Exploiting My Baby: Because it's Exploiting Me was a bestseller, and optioned by ABC. Her second book, Making It Home: Life Lessons From a Season of Little League got a starred review from Publisher's Weekly, and was called “A Perfect Book” by Good Housekeeping.

Teresa Strasser is an Emmy-winning writer and Emmy-nominated television host . She's been a contributor to the Los Angeles Times, USA Today, the Arizona Republic and The Today Show. Teresa has written multiple books about parenting and raising athletes of her own!

Dr. Devorah Heitner is an expert on young people's relationship with digital media and technology. She has authored two books: "Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World" and "Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World." Her work has been featured in reputable publications such as the New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, and CNN Opinion. With a Ph.D. in Media/Technology & Society from Northwestern University, Dr. Heitner offers practical, non-judgmental advice to parents about technology and parenting in the digital age. She also consults with schools, nonprofits, app developers, and tech companies to promote digital wellness and ethical products for kids. As a parent of a teenager herself, she provides strategies for mentoring kids in an always-connected world, empowering parents to connect with their children and support them as they navigate digital communities Listen as Kirsten and Devorah discuss the impact social media is having on our kids' generation. The two discuss everything social media, from the negatives to the positives, when we should be educating our kids and when we should limit ourselves to set an example of good habits! SHOW NOTES!! Instagram and Substack: @devorahheitnerphd Books:  Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World and Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support

Dr. Devorah Heitner is the author of Growing Up in Public: Coming of Age in a Digital World and Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive (and Survive) in Their Digital World.

Kirsten picks back up on her "Talking to the Student Athlete" Series with Shelby Schweyen. Shelby discusses her experiences participating in 3 sports all throughout high school, being recruited as a 3-sport athlete, and dealing with multiple injuries. 

Kirsten picks back up on her "Talking to the Student Athlete" Series with Shelby Schweyen. In Monday's episode, Shelby discusses her experiences participating in 3 sports all throughout high school, being recruited as a 3-sport athlete, and dealing with multiple injuries.

Rett Larson is the Head Strength and Conditioning / Sports Performance Coach for the German Women's National Volleyball team, currently preparing them to make the Paris 2024 Olympics. Rett previously was the head S&C coach for the Netherlands, and the Chinese Women's Volleyball team, where he won a gold medal

Nothing is more important in youth sports than HAVING FUN! Here is a clip of how Rett balances fun with the expectations of structure in youth sports.⚡️ Rett has so much passion and energy for what he does which it is clearly shown in this podcast!

This week, Kirsten sits down with fellow coach, author, podcaster and William & Mary

In this episode you will hear so many amazing takeaways and advice for parents, coaches, athletes, and PEOPLE! Here is a clip of Todd Durkin discussing the importance of energy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support

We start our next 100 episodes with a very special guest!!! Kirsten has the opportunity to sit down and talk with her oldest son, Caelan, about his basketball journey and the lessons sports have taught him. From the highs to the lows and everything in between Caelan and Kirsten go back and forth about their moves throughout his childhood, high school basketball, the transfer process from D1 to D3, and his most recent journey at Round of 16 in the NCAA Tournament. There are so many amazing takeaways and wonderful moments in this honest conversation between a mother and her son. This is a supersized episode because they had so much to talk about! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support

The Journey is the Reward! In this clip from Monday's supersized "Talking to the Student Athlete" episode, Kirsten has the opportunity to sit down and talk with her oldest son, Caelan, about his basketball journey and the lessons sports have taught him. He went from D1 to D3 and had a bunch of bumps on the way (Covid!). There are so many amazing takeaways and wonderful moments in this honest conversation between a mother and her son.  This is a supersized episode because they had so much to talk about and even recorded it over 2 days! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support

It's our 100th Episode !!!!! And.....drumroll please....we have a guest who needs no introduction…Susie and Kirsten are joined by one of the most successful people in the NBA, Golden State Warrior Head Coach Steve Kerr. Winning 9 NBA championships as player and coach, Steve (or Stevie as Susie calls him!) is a proven winner who discusses his experience working with NBA legendary players like Steph Curry, Draymond Green, Kevin Durant and learning from legendary coaches like Phil Jackson, Greg Popovich and Lute Olson. He explains the importance of leading with joy and how creating a positive environment is most important when the going gets tough. You don't want to miss this episode! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support

It's our 100th Episode (on Monday) !!!!! But here's a preview of the JOY we felt. Susie and Kirsten are joined by one of the most successful people in the NBA, Golden State Warrior Head Coach Steve Kerr. Winning 9 NBA championships as player and coach, Steve (or Stevie as Susie calls him!) is a proven winner who explains the importance of leading with joy and how creating a positive environment is most important when the going gets tough. Here, Steve (and Susie) spend time discussing the importance of living out your values. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support

American Soccer legend, Marcelo Balboa, joins Kirsten this week and two old friends and former peers (SDSU Aztecs!) discuss things like growing up as the son of a pro athlete, the importance of sports (“If it wasn't for sports I would have failed [out of school]”) and his coaching style. Marcelo is one of the first American soccer greats, he has played in 3 World Cups and over 150 MLS games for the Colorado Rapids. He is now a coach at the Colorado Rapids Academy and is using his experience to educate the next generation of American soccer while working as an announcer for Apple TV. Marcelo discusses his beliefs on how kids need to be kids while also coaching with discipline. His experiences of being raised by a former professional athlete gives excellent insight for all parents. We are always growing and changing at #RaisingAthletes podcast, and we are adding a recap at the end of our episodes.  We have the luxury of recapping from two different perspectives, Kirsten and Matt McGonigle (our newest member or Team KJ), both former D1 athletes a generation apart!  So, stick around after Kirsten and Celo's episode to hear how Matt and Kirsten feel about it. SHOW NOTES: Currently Working with Real Salt Lake Academy, Apple TV MLS Announcer 1990, 1994, and 1998 World Cup Appearances 1st American to have 100 International Caps 1st Name in the National Soccer Hall of Fame in 2005 @marcelobalboa17 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support

On next week's #RaisingAthletes podcast, American Soccer legend, Marcelo Balboa, joins Kirsten and she asks how do you balance full time soccer as a kid? Listen here for a sneak peek as two old friends and former peers (SDSU Aztecs!) discuss the importance of work ethic! Marcelo is one of the first American soccer greats, he has played in 3 World Cups and over 150 MLS games for the Colorado Rapids. He is now a coach at the Colorado Rapids Academy and is using his experience to educate the next generation of American soccer while working as an announcer for Apple TV. Marcelo discusses his beliefs on how kids need to be kids while also coaching with discipline. His experiences of being raised by a former professional athlete gives excellent insight for all parents. SHOW NOTES: Currently Working with Real Salt Lake Academy, Apple TV MLS Announcer 1990, 1994, and 1998 World Cup Appearances 1st American to have 100 International Caps 1st Name in the National Soccer Hall of Fame in 2005 @marcelobalboa17 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support

This week, Kirsten welcomes Linda Martindale, a former college athlete (Arizona Wildcats Basketball!), a dedicated mental fitness coach, a motivational speaker, a high school boys basketball coach, a former college basketball coach and an entrepreneur. Linda is also a proud mother of four college athletes and two dogs (one is athletic and one is definitely not). Kirsten and Linda dive into their mutual passion about mental fitness and its' impact on student-athletes. They talk about how honesty and being straight with kids is so powerful to their being “seen” whether they are getting a lot of playing time. Another impressive woman to end our Women's History Month series! https://martindalecoaching.com/ @martindalecoaching SHOW NOTES: The Team Captain's Leadership Journal by Jeff Jansen https://www.janssensportsleadership.com/resources/leadership-for-captains/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support

In this clip from Monday's new episode, Kirsten and Linda talk about being "seen" and how honesty and being straight with kids is so powerful and important for coaches. Linda Martindale is a former college athlete (Arizona Wildcats Basketball!), a dedicated mental fitness coach, a motivational speaker, a high school boys basketball coach, a former college basketball coach and an entrepreneur. Linda is also a proud mother of four college athletes and two dogs (one is athletic and one is definitely not). Kirsten and Linda dive into their mutual passion about mental fitness and its' impact on student-athletes. They talk about how honesty and being straight with kids is so powerful to their being “seen” whether they are getting a lot of playing time or not. Another impressive woman to end out Women's History Month series! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support

Week 3 of Women's History Month highlights Dr. Emily Edlynn, clinical psychologist, and new published author. Kirsten and Emily speak about the idea that each of us has 3 fundamental needs: to be autonomous, competent and connected. They speak about how it went wrong, and it all starts with “Intensive Parenting” and they role play different ways to parent. Dr. Emily speaks about how sports is a huge help in countering the challenges our youth face like social media and Covid isolation. Dr. Emily talks about all these parenting themes in her book, podcast, blog, and guest column in Parents magazine. Dr. Emily lives in Oak Park, Illinois outside of Chicago with my husband, three children, ages 13, 11, and 8, and two rescue dogs. She earned a Master's and Doctoral degree in clinical psychology from the child and adolescent program at Loyola University of Chicago. She works in a small private practice with children, teenagers, and adults, specializing in health psychology. She digs into the reality of parenting in this fast-paced, uber-tech, hyper-media world, and trying to remind each other that we are all doing okay by our children because we are doing our best. Not only does science say so, but if we pay attention to the art of motherhood, our instincts tell us so too. @dremilyedlynn SHOW NOTES: (1) Autonomy-Supportive Parenting: Reduce Parental Burnout and Raise Competent, Confident Children https://www.amazon.com/Autonomy-Supportive-Parenting-Parental-Competent-Confident/dp/1641709766/ref=sr_1_1?crid=E5Q1HKJHDNPU&keywords=Edlynn&qid=1674221114&sprefix=edlyn%2Caps%2C630&sr=8-1 (2) Podcast: Psychologists Off the Clock co-host https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/youth-sports-and-raising-athletes-with-kirsten-jones/id1176171178?i=1000645283762 (3) Substack: https://emilyedlynn.substack.com/ (4) Blog: The Art and Science of Mom https://www.emilyedlynnphd.com/ (5) Parents: Ask Your Mom parenting advice column https://www.parents.com/parenting/better-parenting/advice/ask-your-mom/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support

Week 3 of Women's History Month highlights Dr. Emily Edlynn, clinical psychologist, and new published author. Kirsten and Emily speak about the idea that each of us has 3 fundamental needs: to be autonomous, competent and connected. They speak about how it went wrong, and it all starts with “Intensive Parenting” and they role play different ways to parent. In this clip, the speak about how intensive parenting can lead to dreams deferred for your kids. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support

This week, during Women's History Month, we bring you another powerhouse woman, Jessica Mendoza. Kirsten and Jessica get into Jessica's beginnings with a dad as a coach and how that helped shape Jessica as an accomplished athlete (All American! Olympian!), sportscaster (ESPN and Dodger Baseball), trailblazer and mom. Jessica Mendoza is an American sportscaster and former softball player. Currently, she serves as a color commentator and analyst for ESPN's coverage of Major League Baseball and Los Angeles Dodgers coverage on Spectrum SportsNet LA. As a softball outfielder, Mendoza was a collegiate four-time First Team All-American at Stanford and two-time Olympic medalist. She won a gold medal at the 2004 Olympics in Athens and a silver medal at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing. She played professionally in National Pro Fastpitch and was named 2011 Player of the Year and currently ranks in the top 10 for career batting average and slugging percentage. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support

In this clip from Monday's new episode, Kirsten and Jess talk about how important it is to expose your kids to as many different things as possible. They both tell funny stories how exposure shaped experiences. Jessica Mendoza is an American sportscaster and former softball player. Currently, she serves as a color commentator and analyst for ESPN's coverage of Major League Baseball and Los Angeles Dodgers coverage on Spectrum SportsNet LA. As a softball outfielder, Mendoza was a collegiate four-time First Team All-American at Stanford and two-time Olympic medalist. She won a gold medal at the 2004 Olympics in Athens and a silver medal at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing. She played professionally in National Pro Fastpitch and was named 2011 Player of the Year and currently ranks in the top 10 for career batting average and slugging percentage. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support

To kick off Women's History Month, Kirsten and Susie are back to help guide you through the DOs and DON'Ts of sports parenting. No, it's not episode 99 (we're only on 95 ladies!) but they talk about how close we are to 100 (and we have a very special guest lined up for that!). Kirsten and Susie share stories from the sidelines as they our out there as parents and grandparents EVERY WEEKEND. Parents – listen up and help us all change how our kids experience youth sports. And remember, “I Love to Watch You Play” Susie and Kirsten are so excited that so many kids are playing sports as there is no better teacher of life, than life itself! So, let them live, lose, and learn. National Women's History Month 2024 celebrates the theme of “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.” That's our Susie and Kirsten! Our DOs and DON'Ts cheat sheet can be found on KirstenJonesInc.com Show notes: www.indigovillage.com ⁠Raising Empowered Athletes by Kirsten Jones⁠ ⁠Key to Personal Freedom: How Myths Affect Our Family Lives by Susie Walton⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support

To kick off Women's History Month, Kirsten and Susie are back to help guide you through the DOs and DON'Ts of sports parenting. In this clip, Kirsten and Susie break down meeting kids where they are at! Let them play multiple sports. Let them try multiple things. Let them slow it down or speed it up on their timeline. Check in with your kids. Success will find them if you let them find their own path. Give them the chance to find their passion. FULL EPISODE DROPS ON MONDAY --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support

Kirsten sits down with Brian Nash of IMG Basketball Academy and gets into the ins and out of a boarding school that has 1500 student athletes, 9 sports and 600 acres of campus. WOW! We also find out how Brian got into coaching and how his days as a student athlete shaped his career path today. Brian Nash, an NCAA Division I head and assistant coach for more than 20 years, joined IMG Academy as Director of Basketball in 2016. Brian Nash came to IMG Academy from Duquesne University where he was the Associate Head Coach, overseeing student-athlete recruitment and backcourt player development, as well as playing a significant role in mentoring student-athletes. Prior to Duquesne, Nash held coaching roles at Fairfield, St. Francis, Seton Hall, Siena, St. Bonaventure and Sacred Heart, leading teams to multiple NCAA and NIT postseason appearances. Brian was a basketball student-athlete and team captain at Keene State, where he graduated with a degree in economics. In his role, Nash oversees the basketball program for its youth and high school student-athletes, as well as its camps and training programs for post-graduate and professional players. Brian.Nash@imgacademy.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support

Kirsten sits down with Brian Nash of IMG Basketball Academy and gets into the ins and out of a boarding school that has 1500 student athletes, 9 sports and 600 acres of campus. WOW! We also find out how Brian got into coaching and how his days as a student athlete shaped his career path today. In this clip, Brian speaks to how hard they work to find the right fit for their student athletes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support

We strive to bring you all things youth sports. And that includes the corporate side of youth and recreational sports. Kirsten's guest this week is Brett Mackinnon, head of Sports Engine (NBC Sports Next), an elite hockey player, corporate athlete and dad. Kirsten and Brett talk about the business of youth sports, and how that fun and recreational sports should be the backbone of our kids' experiences. They talk about how Brett's youth sports soccer and (later) elite hockey experiences shaped his career and professional life with common themes of discipline, teamwork, community and communication. We hope you enjoy and learn about a different side of youth sports! SHOW NOTES: Kirsten was a guest on NBC Sports Next/SportsEngine podcast, "For the Love of Sport" https://discover.sportsengineplay.com/for-the-love-of-sport-podcast ABOUT NBC SPORTS NEXT and SPORTSENGINE NBC Sports Next is the tech division of NBC Sports. Within NBC Sports Next, there are two areas of focus: Youth & Recreational Sports; and Golf. Brett is the leader of the youth sports area, and SportsEngine is the driving brand. SPORTSENGINE NBC Sports Next's Youth & Recreational Sports area, led by leading club and team management technology platform SportsEngine, is creating powerful digital tools and services to simplify youth sports – making it easier for organizations to connect with coaches, families, athletes and fans. Mission is to build the best technology platform for youth sports. In total, SportsEngine serves over 35k small and medium-sized business sports operators (youth sports organizations), tournaments, the USOPC and Governing Body community, professional sports leagues and thousands of municipalities. Over 16M coaches, families, and fans use SportsEngine suite of products and services annually. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support