Expert

Guest Expert Derek Ward: Mindset Coach Training

In this episode of Sports Mom Rapport, we’re joined by Derek Ward, a mindset coach dedicated to helping athletes break through mental and emotional roadblocks to reach their full potential. Derek shares his insights on building self-belief and conviction, addressing the five common struggles many face: perfectionism, inadequacy, self-criticism, motivation, and purpose. He emphasizes the […]

Guest Expert Derek Ward: Mindset Coach Training Read More »

Authors Jean Linscott & Kenneth Ruoff: “What Is The Goal? The Truth About the Youth Sports Industry”

In this episode of Sports Mom Rapport, we sit down with Jean Linscott, a clinical psychologist specializing in child, adolescent, and family therapy, and Kenneth Ruoff, a historian and college professor. Both former athletes and parents of three sports-involved children, Jean and Ken have recently authored the eye-opening book “What is the Goal?: The Truth

Authors Jean Linscott & Kenneth Ruoff: “What Is The Goal? The Truth About the Youth Sports Industry” Read More »

Guest Expert Coach Claudia Kretschmer: Communication Fosters Success

Owner and Director of Gym America, Ann Arbor, MI. Today, we hear a fresh perspective from successful coach and gymnastics club owner, Claudia Kretschmer. Claudia encompasses what sport is all about and the benefits it brings to the whole person and athlete. In this episode we cover many topics including the ideal supportive parent, communication,

Guest Expert Coach Claudia Kretschmer: Communication Fosters Success Read More »

Guest Expert Carmen Tebbe Priebe: One Size Does Not Fit All

Sports Psychologist, PhD, LP, University of Iowa. How do I know when to seek professional help for my athlete? What pressures do athletes face today, as compared to years past? In this episode, we highlight guest expert Dr. Carmen Tebbe Priebe, a Sports Psychologist, mom to two children, and former DII collegiate volleyball player. She

Guest Expert Carmen Tebbe Priebe: One Size Does Not Fit All Read More »

Guest Expert Karin Werth: Build Strength and Prevent Injury

Assistant Director Strength & Conditioning, University of Florida. Listen in as we highlight our first guest expert, Karin Werth, who joins us to speak about the field of strength and conditioning. As a former Division 1 All-American swimmer and mom to a high school lacrosse player, Karin shares insight into her background and how she

Guest Expert Karin Werth: Build Strength and Prevent Injury Read More »