Richard Shorter is the founder of Non-perfect Dad an organisation which looks to provide organisations and parents with critical insight into creating a collaborative and evidence based approach in supporting young people participating in performance sport.

Show notes

02:30 - Richard role as non perfect Dad

05:30 - Why is support needed in performance sport

08:30 - The key characteristics of positive player support

14:00 - The necessity of player feedback in the development pathway

19:00 - Scaffolding the preparation of bad news or 'being released?'

28:00 - The importance of no surprises for an upcoming decision

33:00 - Understanding how the experiences of being in pressurised sport can be beneficial

37:00- Staying connected to the organisation long term.

38:30 - Creating collaborative parent, player and coaching environments

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