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The Sports Parenting Podcast
If you've ever wondered how to help your kid handle pressure, failure or disappointment in sports, you're in the right place. And if you've ever questioned your own behavior as a sports parent, even better—because we've all been there. I'm Charlie "The Spaniard" Brenneman—former UFC fighter, teacher, coach, and Sports Dad—and The Sports Parenting Podcast gives you real stories and practical tools to support your young athlete. Each episode offers simple, actionable ideas to build confidence…
Episodes
- The Sports Parenting Podcast
36 - Can You Train Too Hard?
We encourage our kids to work harder, practice more and push themselves to improve. But is there a point where too much training becomes counterproductive? In…
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35 - Three Sports Memories and Their Lessons
In this episode, I share three memories from my own sports journey and the lessons that have stuck with me over the years. From the experiences themselves to…
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34 - Building a Strong Culture
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33 - Stick to the Basics
In youth sports, it's easy to get caught up in the need for more—more training, more travel, more expensive equipment and more opportunities. In this episode…
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32 - When Things Aren't Going Well
When things aren't going well, it's easy to get caught up in the noise—the losses, the frustration, what other people are doing, and everything that seems to…
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31 - People Are Gonna Talk
No matter what you do, people are gonna talk. And in youth sports, it can be incredibly difficult not to take that chatter personally. In this episode, we talk…
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30 - They Have to Want It
This weekend gave me two different reminders about what it takes for our kids to become great. At my son's wrestling tournament, I was reminded that at some…
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29 - They're Only Ten
"They're only ten." Sometimes, that's exactly what we need to hear. Youth sports can get too serious, too intense and too focused on what comes next. But…
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28 - What Really Makes You Great (Your Kids Should Listen)
The expensive equipment, elite teams and latest gear can help, but none of them will make your kid great. In this episode, we talk about what actually matters…
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27 - Make It Easy
One of the best things we can do for our kids is create an environment that makes success easier. In this episode, we talk about setting our kids up with the…
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26 - Resilience Training w/ Traveling
Travel has a way of pushing us outside our comfort zones, and that's exactly why it's so valuable for our kids. In this episode, we talk about how travel…
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25 - Failure Sets You Free
As parents, we do everything we can to protect our kids from failure. But what if failure isn't something to fear? What if it's actually one of the greatest…
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24 - Should You Make Your Kid Go to Practice?
Should you insist they go? Should you let them skip? The answer isn't always simple. In this episode, we talk about helping our kids connect their daily…
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23 - They Know Everything They Need to Know
"They know everything they need to know." - My wife, Amanda Those six words, said at a recent baseball game, perfectly capture my philosophy on coaching from…
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22 - Put Your Kid in the Appropriate Skill Level
One of the best ways to help kids enjoy sports and continue improving is to put them in an environment that matches their current ability. In this episode, we…
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21 - Middle School, Summer Work
Middle school is a prime time for kids to start taking more ownership of their development and goals, especially during the summer months. In this episode, we…
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20 - How to Teach Emotional Regulation
Kids, sports and emotions can be an explosive mix, but it's not hopeless. During a recent youth baseball game, I found myself repeating a message I've talked…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…