A new episode is live, and this one goes straight to the heart of youth sports done right.
Today, we’re joined by Marty Schupak — a veteran youth-sports coach with more than 30 years of experience helping kids enjoy the game from their very first practice.
Marty is the author of 13 coaching books and the creator of 25+ instructional videos used by parents, coaches, and youth leagues across the country. His superpower?
Turning complex coaching ideas into simple, positive methods that build skills, confidence, and a lifelong love of sports.
In this conversation, we talk about:
- Why fun is not a bonus — it’s the foundation
- The most common mistakes adults make in early sports
- How to coach (and parent) in ways kids actually respond to
- What really matters in tee ball and beginner sports
- How to create confidence instead of pressure
Marty also shares insights from his newest book, Tee Ball Myths & Solutions, where he breaks down what’s holding young players back — and how parents and coaches can fix it immediately.
Beyond the credentials, Marty is a father of three and a proud grandfather to plenty more, which gives him a rare, generational perspective on what kids truly need from the adults on the sidelines.
If you care about raising confident, resilient young athletes — and keeping the joy in the game — this episode is a must-listen.
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