Don't Mom Alone Podcast The Role of Parents in Youth Sports :: Ed Uszynski and Brian Smith [Ep 540]
Sep 15, 2025
01:00:11
Is your child really doomed if they don’t start soccer by age 2? Do you feel the constant pressure to sign your kids up for the “right” teams and keep pace with the families around you?
In this episode, longtime youth sports leaders Ed and Brian pull back the curtain on the fear-driven culture so many parents get caught in. They challenge the myth of early specialization and share a hope-filled vision of what true success looks like for our kids—on and off the field. You’ll hear practical wisdom on how to stay connected with your child while letting them own their sports journey.
Here’s what we cover:
In this episode, longtime youth sports leaders Ed and Brian pull back the curtain on the fear-driven culture so many parents get caught in. They challenge the myth of early specialization and share a hope-filled vision of what true success looks like for our kids—on and off the field. You’ll hear practical wisdom on how to stay connected with your child while letting them own their sports journey.
Here’s what we cover:
- The silent killer: what’s said in the car ride home
- What the fruits of the Spirit look like on the sidelines
- Creating spiritual rhythms around practice and game day
- The myth of “early start or fall behind”
- Plus, a little Napoleon Dynamite and Uncle Rico fun!
Connect with Ed and Brian:
- Website: Away Game
- Instagram: Ed Uszynski
- Instagram: Brian Smith
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- Parenting in the Power of the Holy Spirit :: Jeannie Cunnion [Ep 347]
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