CRITICAL Do's and Dont's of Parenting Athletes | How To Parent Athletes (The Ultimate Guide)

[@trainwithperc7009]

Which tip are you going to use the most?

[@kellymccarter3616]

This is so valuable! You don't see this topic addressed anywhere...

[@trainwithperc7009]

Thanks Kelly!

[@chriswhite5157]

As a coach. I want every parent to see this. I want the best for the athletes I coach, and this is a great place to find success. Good stuff Jay!

[@trainwithperc7009]

Really appreciate the kind words Chris!

[@successinstreaming2956]

This is great information!

[@trainwithperc7009]

Im really glad it was helpful for you and your approach to parenting your athletes!

[@kathleenrose7292]

Thanks, Jay. There are both DOs and DON'Ts that I feel we can apply in our family for all of our kids. Thank you for the helpful reminders. I took lots of notes!

[@trainwithperc7009]

Thanks great Kathleen! I'm really glad it helped and thank you so much for leaving such a great comment!

[@brentwalker7895]

Great information. I think this can be applied at all levels. Accountability is so critical!

[@trainwithperc7009]

Couldn't agree more Brent!

[@mmintonnews]

Thanks Jeff. Great video. Gave me plenty to think about and a few action item I look forward to sharing out with my son! 👍🏼🏒🥅

[@trainwithperc7009]

Really appreciate this Matt

[@MarioKhanFootball]

Nice video with lots of information thanks

[@trainwithperc7009]

I really appreciate those kind words Mario! You're KZbin channel looks great!

[@MarioKhanFootball]

@@trainwithperc7009 Thanks mate😁keep it up👍🏼

[@edrodgers2411]

Jay, the video does a great job at reminding us to let them have their journey and let them enjoy it. Support and be present every step of the way.

[@trainwithperc7009]

Really happy to hear that you got some value from the video Ed. Thanks so much for leaving such a great comment too!

[@rebeccawoolbert5014]

Amazing information that i really believe that all parents need to know.. Keep up the great work with these insightful messages!

[@trainwithperc7009]

Thanks Rebecca. I appreciate the support! Welcome to the channel!

[@603Sportz]

Jay Thooft I really like this video. Lot of good points made. It’s pretty much in line with ADM which I’ve had some issues with in the past before I really thought it through. I don’t necessarily agree that overuse injuries come from specialization as injuries can occur in any sport at any time. However I do agree that using different muscle groups and thought processes will lead to a better athlete across the board.

[@trainwithperc7009]

You're absolutely correct injuries can occur at any time and many are out of our control. But the research is pretty clear on overuse injuries especially in certain sports (tennis and baseball) and I could have done a better job making that more clear. (Really appreciate you bringing this over here, Zach. It's really good insight)

[@sprintwithpower]

As a parent we can reinforce accountability by valuing teaching, controlling our emotions, and leaving room for the child to establish their standards.

[@eriksandberg729]

Great stuff Jay! Very informative!

[@trainwithperc7009]

Really appreciate the kind words Erik! Welcome to the channel!

[@ryanterrito7322]

Very great information. I may not have a child, yet, but I’ll certainly be sharing with my younger brother. Thanks!

[@trainwithperc7009]

Hey appreciate you Ryan! (Donnie) haha

[@taylordekok1802]

Keeping your nose out of your child’s sport of choice can be a tough pill to swallow, but I absolutely see the merit. Great point.

[@trainwithperc7009]

Incredibly true...not always easy, but necessary. Great point Taylor

[@BecomingSusan]

This is great advise. Thank you

[@sierra6540]

Agree with 98% of what you said. Unfortunately, kids can not wait until freshman year to specialize. The game will pass them by and they will never play at even a varsity or JV level. They feel behind the curve, because they are. Have this scenario dozens of times.

[@trainwithperc7009]

I fundamentally disagree. Kids should focus on developing as athletes because athletes get the opportunities. Athleticism is key.

[@sierra6540]

@@trainwithperc7009 you can tell that to athletes who’s career is cut short at 8th grade, that could of played and excelled but was behind other players who focused their efforts. I get what you’re saying but that isn’t reality anymore

[@oldschoolsportsparenting8310]

Great, common sense advice here. It's unfortunate you have to tell people this stuff, but better said than unsaid. Especially like your views on avoiding specialization. Playing different sports throughout the year exposes kids to different skill sets and helps them hone their competitive instincts.

[@cruelsun9243]

Thank you for the video. I have never felt bad a coach my 11 year old soccer daughter has played. My daughter has always been told the same thing. Be more aggressive and learn you positions. My daughter doesnt want to do that on ger time off. This sport is very expensive and time consuming. I try to push towards getting better, and learning how to work hard. It would be great for ger to make it to a higher level club and beyond high school. She would rather draw or look at YT on her time off or read books. I only ask that she puts in 15 minutes a day....15. More would be cool 😊but. Anyway, she just does not have the drive and it ends up in her not being comfortable in games. How do i get her to understand her responsibility to her teammates? Thanks.

[@nikkionyx1926]

Get her into a sport or activity she's actually interested in

[@cruelsun9243]

@nikkionyx1926 She's been playing since 5. 12 now, and she says she 'likes' it. 'Like' is not acceptable for 2100 dollars plus gear, driving, or flying m, and you're just satisfied making the team and not trying to move up because you really don't want to work hard. Moving to a different sport would be the same. We are going to try it for one more year and if she isn't trying to do more we can find something else.