x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe

Join us at Youth Sports Parenting Tribe, where your host, Hernan Chousa - a seasoned tennis player and sports dad, explores the dynamic world of youth sports parenting. We dive deep with thought leaders, psychologists, athletes, and others to help you become not just a parent, but a super parent. Inspired by Jim Rohn"s philosophy, our goal is to bring change to your sports parenting journey through insightful conversations and shared wisdom.

kids & family parenting

All Episodes

00:33:36

Natalie Meredith

The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe ·

2025/08/13

Natalie Meredith is the visionary behind The Go-To Sports Mom's community (@cover.the.bases), where her authentic and relatable content on youth parenting has grown over 10,000 Instagram followers in a few of months. A passionate advocate for sports families, she fosters resilience and connection among parents and young athletes. Inspired by her late father’s legacy of kindness, integrity, and unwavering support, Natalie’s work reflects the values he instilled, honoring his memory through her

en

00:31:48

Keirsten Sires

The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe ·

2025/08/06

Keirsten is the founder and CEO of 2aDays, a platform dedicated to providing ratings and advice for college athletes and high school recruits. As a writer for The Huddle, she shares insights on the college recruiting process. A former varsity tennis and soccer player at Skidmore College, Keirsten’s athletic background fuels her drive to lead 2aDays, where she also serves as the “Chief Amusement Officer,” fostering a positive company culture. Her experiences inform her mission to educate athletes,

en

01:02:01

Alex Compton & Kevin Dalafu

The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe ·

2025/07/30

Alex Compton, BS from Cornell, is CEO of ValorPro Global, consults for Ontario Montclair School District, and advises Strand’s Technologies. Formerly CEO of Safe Haven Defense Midwest, he coached basketball in the Philippines for 12 years, including 5 as Head Coach of the Alaska Aces. Married to Michelle, a teacher, he has three kids (ages 13, 11, 9) active in sports. Kevin Dalafu, with degrees from Vanguard University, is Head of School at Kings Christian School, where he’s coached varsity

en

00:37:20

Troy Fink

The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe ·

2025/07/23

Troy is a visionary founder and CEO of Gammit Tech, where he leads a powerhouse team developing intuitive, tech-forward solutions for modern parenting—starting with The Loovy, the world’s most advanced potty training device. A husband, father, pastor, and jiu jitsu brown belt, Troy blends grit, heart, and hustle to turn in-shower ideas into market-defying innovation.Connect with Troy on LinkedIn.Other Social Media Links:Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/people/Gammit/61556017711959/Instagram:

en

00:38:11

Gifty Enright

The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe ·

2025/07/16

Gifty Enright is a globally acclaimed speaker, author, and workplace wellbeing expert who blends western science, eastern philosophy, and African wisdom to help leaders foster inclusive, productive, and empowered work environments. With a dynamic presence on stages like TEDx and platforms such as Good Morning Britain, she inspires corporate leaders and career mums alike to reclaim balance, boost morale, and redefine success on their own terms.Gifty's Social Media Links:LinkedIn:

en

00:42:40

Travis Snider

The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe ·

2025/07/09

Travis Snider is a former Major League Baseball outfielder whose 16-year career included stints with Toronto Blue Jays, Pittsburgh Pirates, and Baltimore Orioles. Now the CEO of 3A Athletics and a father of three, he’s leading a movement to reshape youth sports by promoting mental health, resilience, and healthier environments for athletes, parents, and coaches3A Athletics Website: https://www.3athletics.com/about-us You can explore more of Hernan's work on his website,

en

00:34:10

Noah Rubin

The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe ·

2025/07/02

Noah Rubin is a former Wimbledon Junior Champion, NCAA standout at Wake Forest, and Top 125 ATP professional. He’s the founder of Behind The Racquet, a platform spotlighting the mental health challenges of athletes, and now serves as Executive Director of Tennis Operations at Hudson River Tennis Club and The Racquet Lounge. Noah continues to impact the sport far beyond the court through advocacy, leadership, and innovation.Noah's Social Media Links:Noah's Instagram:

en

00:31:45

Joy Macci

The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe ·

2025/06/25

Joy Macci is a global performance strategist and founder of JOY OF SPORT, empowering athletes, executives, and influencers to achieve peak performance through elite coaching, mindset mastery, and strategic business insight. With a mission to build champions in sport and life, she blends media expertise with transformational coaching to drive impact worldwide.You may reach out to Joy on:Tennis: drjoy@joyofsport.comCorporate and business and life coaching: joy@drjoymacci.comPickleball:

en

00:35:53

David Durand

The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe ·

2025/06/18

David Durand is a performance coach who helps people grow beyond the superficial, focusing on real, lasting development. With a background in clinical and sports psychology, strength and conditioning, and athlete skill development, he integrates the mind, body, and environment to drive meaningful transformation. His superpower is connecting these elements to elevate performance from the inside out.David's Website: https://realdevelopment.org/You can explore more of Hernan's work on his website,

en

00:25:24

Zach Lutz

The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe ·

2025/06/11

Zach Lutz is a former Major League Baseball player with over a decade of professional experience, known for his resilience, leadership, and passion for player development. Now serving as an instructor and director of teams, he is dedicated to mentoring the next generation, helping athletes unlock their potential both on and off the field.Zach's Social Media Links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zach-lutz-b8a61b323/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachlutzYou can explore more of Hernan's work on

en

00:40:14

Rick Macci

The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe ·

2025/06/04

Tennis icon Rick Macci returns for his fifth appearance on The Tribe with Hernan, delivering a masterclass in the mindset of champions. From coaching legends like Venus and Serena Williams to mentoring rising stars, Macci shares game-changing insights on mental resilience, Grand Slam preparation, and life beyond the court. This episode is a deep dive into the art of coaching, competitive grit, and the wisdom that builds greatness—on and off the court.Rick's Social Media Links:LinkedIn:

en

00:43:08

Behind the Mic: Hernan’s Journey in Parenting,...

The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe ·

2025/05/28

For this special 100th episode, the tables turn as Angela Kerek steps in to interview Hernan—the usual host turned guest. They explore the spontaneous Twitter/X moment that sparked the podcast, its global evolution, and the personal growth Hernan has experienced along the way. From his tennis roots to parenting, coaching, and writing a novel about his son, Hernan opens up about persistence, learning, and the power of connection. He also shares insights from his work helping parents support their

en

00:29:36

Dr. Ashlee Fontes-Comber

The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe ·

2025/05/21

Dr. Ashlee Fontes-Comber is the visionary Founder of TLH Reckoning, Tallahassee’s first-ever path-to-pro platform for female athletes. A passionate advocate for equity in sports, she leads with a commitment to unlocking human potential through soccer, empowering players and coaches to thrive both on and off the field.Ashlee Social Media Links:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashlee_t_fontes/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashlee.fontes.2025/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/afontesc/You

en

00:24:35

Dylan Meyer

The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe ·

2025/05/14

Dylan Meyer is a South Florida native and University of Florida graduate who turned his passion for basketball and digital media into a thriving career in sports content creation. Starting with a fan page for Dwyane Wade at age 12, he has since built a strong presence in the sports industry, working with NBA stars and covering international events.Legacy of Legends Social Media

en

00:20:22

Four Skills Every Sports Parent Must Master

The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe ·

2025/05/07

Youth sports success starts at home—and in this powerful solo episode, Hernan shares the four essential skills every parent needs to raise resilient, high-performing young athletes: speak less and listen more, be a strong role model, choose the right coach, and silence the external noise. Drawing from personal experience and real-life challenges, he delivers practical insights to help you build a stronger connection with your child and create a more supportive family dynamic. Whether you're feeling

en

00:33:22

Melyssa Jaskiewicz

The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe ·

2025/04/30

Melyssa Jaskiewicz is the Vice President of Sales at Sideline Sports and a trailblazer in fan engagement and gamification, with over 20 years of experience building partnerships across nearly every major U.S. sports team. She is also the founder of Leveraging the Fields, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering young girls through sports, and a recognized leader in innovation, equity, and strategic leadership.Connect with Melyssa on LinkedIn.You can explore more of Hernan's work on his website,

en

00:37:11

Hanna Howard

The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe ·

2025/04/23

Hanna Howard is a dynamic, results-driven leader with over 17 years of coaching and leadership experience, known for her strategic problem-solving, team development, and ability to drive growth in fast-paced environments. Passionate about building strong cultures and empowering others, she excels at unifying diverse teams around shared goals and turning challenges into opportunities. Outside of work, Hanna is a proud mom, outdoor enthusiast, and lifelong learner dedicated to personal and

en

00:35:54

Danny O’Connor

The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe ·

2025/04/16

Danny O’Connor is a professional boxer, U.S. Olympian, and two-time national champion with 31 career wins and top-5 rankings across major boxing organizations. As the founder of DO Boxing Academy and a sought-after keynote speaker, he empowers youth and global audiences through messages of resilience, mental health, and personal growth. Danny’s journey from the ring to the stage inspires others to overcome adversity and thrive.Website: https://www.doboxingacademy.com/Instagram:

en

00:30:16

Dionne Koller

The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe ·

2025/04/09

Dionne Koller is a leading expert in sports law, specializing in youth, Olympic, Paralympic, and education-based sports. She has advised state and federal legislatures and co-chaired the bipartisan Commission on the State of U.S. Olympic and Paralympics. Recognized for her contributions, Koller has received numerous awards, including the AALS 2024 award for significant contributions to sports law.Social Media Links:X: https://x.com/dionnekoller?lang=enLinkedIn:

en

00:29:29

Anna Featherstone

The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe ·

2025/04/02

Anna Featherstone is an accomplished Australian author, self-publisher, and expert in the world of independent writing. With a career spanning bestselling books like Small Farm Success Australia and Honey Farm Dreaming, she has written extensively for publications such as The Guardian and Sydney Morning Herald. As the Australian Ambassador for the Alliance of Independent Authors (ALLi), Anna is passionate about empowering non-fiction writers through workshops and guidance on taking control of their

en

151 results

Similar Podcasts

Tale Teller Kids™

Sarnia de la Mare

米克馬故事坊

咪萊

Imagination Station

Imagination Station

Die Pferde sind nicht das Problem - und du bist nicht zu blöd. Der Aha-Podcast für Pferdemenschen

Silke Jahn & Maren Diehl

Hanna fragt Papa - Der Podcast für neugierige Kinder und Eltern

Hanna und Thomas Schamberger