Chapter 1: The Warm-Up Introduction
becoming the
ultimate supporter
for young athletes begins now.
Whether you’re brand new to youth sports or a long-time veteran, this course will equip you with the insights, tools, and strategies to help young athletes grow, enjoy the game, and reach their full potential.
Youth sports can bring out the best—and sometimes the most challenging—moments for kids and adults alike. This program is designed to help coaches and parents confidently guide young athletes through the ups and downs of competition, team dynamics, performance pressure, and emotional development. Together, we’ll explore how to manage expectations, nurture motivation, and build a positive, growth-centered environment where kids thrive—not just as athletes, but as human beings.
From handling tryout stress and performance slumps to addressing burnout and sideline drama, this course is your playbook for supporting kids with purpose, patience, and perspective.
Throughout each module, you’ll find downloadable worksheets and guides to help you immediately apply what you learn. For those who want to go deeper, we’ve also included links to research, books, and other trusted resources.
This course is just the beginning. We’ll continue to add new chapters and lessons designed to expand your playbook and strengthen your impact as a supportive, emotionally intelligent role model in the lives of young athletes. And, by the way, most of our videos includes a repeating “Easter Egg” - a motif that speaks to the deepest truth about “mental game” development; in our years of providing support to athletes, only a few of the most elite, high-performing athletes have discovered this truth on their own. If you feel like you have discovered this truth in our videos, please let us know.
Let’s get started.