Sports Parenting podcast. Kirsten Jones interviews coaches, parents, athletes and trainers about everything youth sports. Follow Kirsten at kirstenjonesinc.com, @kirstenjonesinc (Facebook and Twitter), or @kirstenjonescoach (Instagram and LinkedIn). Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kirsten-jones0/support
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In this episode, Kirsten welcomes parenting pair Dr. Annalise Caron and Dr. Suzanne Allen, two experienced psychologists and moms who bring both professional expertise and real-life wisdom to the conversation. Together, they dive into the joys and challenges of raising resilient kids in today’s world, exploring how parents can balance structure with empathy, set boundaries with love, and model the…
In this episode, Kirsten sits down with Jena Winger, a running and mental performance coach dedicated to helping athletes unlock their full potential by strengthening both body and mind. Jena shares her personal journey of realizing that mindset isn’t an afterthought—it’s a skill—and how that shift inspired her to create Wingman Performance Coaching. Together, they dive into the balance between…
In this episode, Kirsten is joined by Nicolette Caneda , former Manhattan College soccer player, who opens up about her journey as a student-athlete and the lessons she’s learned both on and off the field. Nicolette shares her personal experience of overcoming an eating disorder, the impact it had on her relationship with the game, and the steps she took to prioritize her mental health. She also…
What does it take to build confidence that lasts long after the final buzzer? This week, Kirsten sits down with former WNBA player Chantelle Anderson to explore the powerful connection between confidence, leadership, identity, and resilience. As one of the most accomplished basketball players of her generation, Chantelle broke barriers at Vanderbilt, competed at the highest level in the WNBA, and…
In this episode of Raising Athletes , Kirsten sits down with John A. Gallucci Jr., CEO of JAG Physical Therapy and one of the leading experts in sports medicine, rehabilitation, and injury prevention. From working with elite athletes across the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, and Major League Soccer to building one of the fastest-growing physical therapy practices in the Northeast, John shares his journey and…
In this episode of Raising Athletes , Kirsten sits down with Betsy Butterick, known as “The Coaches’ Coach,” to explore how communication, connection, and team chemistry create the foundation for high-performing teams. A former collegiate basketball player and coach, Betsy shares how genuine relationships and effective communication can transform the way coaches lead, develop athletes, and build…
Former MLB pitcher Brian Sackinsky joins the podcast for a powerful conversation about why sports are about so much more than wins and losses. A Stanford Baseball alum, former Baltimore Orioles pitcher, coach, speaker, and leader, Brian shares how his journey through sports shaped his perspective on success, failure, leadership, and personal growth. Once driven by perfectionism, Brian opens up…
In this inspiring episode, Kirsten sits down with Shelli Johnson — entrepreneur, leadership consultant, adventure guide, and founder of Epic Life Inc. — to explore what it truly means to live an authentic and meaningful life. From building a Yellowstone-based tourism company and award-winning travel platform to guiding leaders and individuals through the “wild terrain” of their own personal…
In this inspiring episode, Kirsten sits down with Shelli Johnson — entrepreneur, leadership consultant, adventure guide, and founder of Epic Life Inc. — to explore what it truly means to live an authentic and meaningful life. From building a Yellowstone-based tourism company and award-winning travel platform to guiding leaders and individuals through the “wild terrain” of their own personal…
In this powerful conversation, Chris Murphy and Chris Deluzio break down their proposed “Let Kids Play Act,” a groundbreaking bill aimed at removing private equity influence from youth sports and making athletics more affordable and accessible for families across America. The discussion dives into how corporate investors and private equity firms have transformed youth sports into a billion-dollar…
