Hosts Destinee Jordan and Tara Clapper

The Story Behind Sports Mom Rapport

Often it is the athletes themselves that are highlighted, and rightfully so. However, behind each athlete is a support system with a story of their own. In August 2022, Tara thought it would be really cool to highlight the moms of athletes while sharing experiences and having impactful conversations.  After exploring the idea a bit more, Tara sought feedback to see if there would actually be an audience for it. She ran the idea by her good friend, Destinee, whom she admired and respected ever since they had met years prior from their daughters at the same gymnastics club. When Tara shared the vision of creating this podcast, Destinee was immediately intrigued and proposed to go on this new adventure with her. In their conversation, they both realized how encouraging and refreshing it is for other sports moms to relate and find comfort, as they are all on similar journeys and can learn from each other. From that day forward, together they have dove into creating this new podcast! They are so excited to share these valuable interviews and conversations with you, and they hope you will find a new source of comfort and inspiration here. May you gain connections, insight and ideas while sharing with one another, and, of course, be entertained along the way!

Meet Your Hosts

Hey, I’m Tara, a proud mom of two daughters in NCAA Division I gymnastics. I have enjoyed being a stay-at-home mom while witnessing their determination, creativity, and hard work pay off in both athletics and life.

I consider myself a savvy travel agent as a result of planning and navigating our family’s whereabouts over the years. I’m a vegetarian foodie who loves traveling, as well as getting in a good workout, taking walks, singing Broadway show tunes, playing games, and hitting the ski slopes out west.

Though a Columbus native and Ohio State Buckeye, I have now lived in Ann Arbor, Michigan for almost 20 years. I am so excited to bring you this podcast, and I am thrilled you are visiting Sports Mom Rapport where we highlight and connect with incredible moms!

Co-Host

Tara Clapper

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Check out my book “Gigi’s Gymnastics Journey”

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Hey girl hey! I’m Destinee, a sports mom of three daughters who compete in multiple sports throughout the year. I’ve been happily married for 18 years to my husband, who is a former Division 1 college head coach and currently a TV basketball analyst.

I spend most of my time as the CEO of our household, managing schedules, prepping meals and traveling to sports practices and events. In my free time, I enjoy exercising, watching a new Netflix series, listening to audiobooks and board games with my family.

After 10+ years in the corporate world, I now find ways to give back to my community through volunteerism, serving on the Board of Directors for a local non-profit and co-creating the Sports Mom Rapport podcast. Thanks for checking out our website. I can’t wait for you to listen and love this podcast!

Co-Host

Destinee Jordan

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