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Episode 5: 3 Tips for Parents to Help Build Champions

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In this episode, Erin White sits down with BJ Johnson to delve into what it takes for young athletes to perform at the top level and how parents can support their journey. This discussion is a treasure trove of practical advice for parents looking to cultivate champions, emphasizing not just athletic prowess but holistic development.

Key Topics Discussed:

The Role of Coachability
• Importance of both athletes and parents being open to learning and adapting
• Encouraging a mindset of continuous improvement
Three Must-Haves for Parents
• Skill Development - ensuring that athletes ar continuously building their physical skills to develop their craft
• Mental Toughness - teaching athletes to develop the resilience needed to overcome adversity and stay focused on their goals
• Home Routine - while lessons with trainers are crucial for skill development, the real transformation happens with dedicated and consistent practice at home
Perspective on Sports
• Reinforcing the idea that softball (or any sport) is a game that athletes play, not their entire identity
• The ultimate goal is to develop well-rounded individuals who can face real-world challenges with resilience, goal-setting abilities, and the fortitude to overcome any obstacles

Parents - if you take anything from this episode, let it be to support your athlete’s journey, not just in their sport but in their overall personal growth.

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Key Topics Discussed:

The Role of Coachability
• Importance of both athletes and parents being open to learning and adapting
• Encouraging a mindset of continuous improvement
Three Must-Haves for Parents
• Skill Development - ensuring that athletes ar continuously building their physical skills to develop their craft
• Mental Toughness - teaching athletes to develop the resilience needed to overcome adversity and stay focused on their goals
• Home Routine - while lessons with trainers are crucial for skill development, the real transformation happens with dedicated and consistent practice at home
Perspective on Sports
• Reinforcing the idea that softball (or any sport) is a game that athletes play, not their entire identity
• The ultimate goal is to develop well-rounded individuals who can face real-world challenges with resilience, goal-setting abilities, and the fortitude to overcome any obstacles

Parents - if you take anything from this episode, let it be to support your athlete’s journey, not just in their sport but in their overall personal growth.

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