Raising Champions Media
Parent Perspective Coaching
Every Sports Parent Has Questions
At some point, every parent — no matter how supportive, patient, or experienced — finds themselves wondering about their role in their child's sports journey. Should I engage in parent coaching sessions with the coach, or let things play out? How do I ask about playing time without overstepping? Why isn’t my child playing, and how should I respond? What should I say (or not say) after the game? How can I make the car ride home a positive experience instead of a pressure-filled one? Am I pushing too hard… or not hard enough? How do I support my child, ensuring they receive the right youth athlete support before they burn out or lose their love for the game? What’s the right way to approach conversations about playing multiple sports? Should my child specialize — and if so, when?
You're Not Alone
Every parent finds themselves wrestling with these questions. Our parent coaching sessions offer one-on-one support that provides practical guidance and perspective. With our sports parent coaching, you’ll be equipped to navigate each moment with clarity, confidence, and peace — allowing you to focus on what matters most: your child’s growth as a youth athlete, both in sport and in life.
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FAQ
Q: What happens during a session? A: Each parent coaching session is a one-on-one conversation where we discuss your situation in detail. I’ll ask a few questions, share insights from both a coach and parent perspective, and help you build a plan you can implement right away.
Over the years, I’ve sat down with countless parents as a coach, helping families navigate tough moments, and as a parent experiencing them myself. These sports parent coaching sessions reflect those same honest, real conversations that bring clarity, calm, and direction when emotions are high and answers aren’t clear.
Q: What kinds of challenges do you help with? A: I assist parents in navigating the real-life situations that come with raising a youth athlete, such as playing-time frustrations, communication breakdowns with coaches, team dynamics, burnout, and maintaining perspective when competition gets intense.
If it’s part of the youth sports experience, we can talk about it. The goal is always the same: to help you find clarity, calm, and practical steps that strengthen both your child’s growth and your relationship with them.
Q: Do I need to prepare anything before my session? A: No preparation is needed. Just come ready to share the details of your situation and what’s been weighing on you as a parent. I’ll guide the conversation and help you clarify what’s happening, why it matters, and what steps to take next.
Q: Can both parents join the session? A: Absolutely. In fact, it’s often helpful when both parents participate. Hearing different perspectives can create better understanding and ensure everyone feels aligned in supporting your athlete’s growth.
Q: Is this only for certain sports? A: Not at all. These parent coaching sessions are designed for parents of athletes in any sport. The challenges of communication, balance, and perspective are universal and apply to both team and individual sports. The principles we discuss apply to every competitive environment.
Q: Is this like therapy or counseling? A: No — these sessions aren’t therapy. They’re practical, solution-focused conversations built on real coaching experience and parental insight. You’ll leave with perspective and clear, actionable steps and not diagnoses.
Q: Is everything we discuss confidential? A: Absolutely. What we talk about stays between us. These sessions are built on trust, honesty, and respect, which are the same values we want to model for our youth athletes.
Q: Can you speak to our parent group or club? A: Yes. I regularly speak to teams, schools, and parent groups about healthy sports parenting, communication, and building a stronger team culture. Whether it’s a pre-season meeting, workshop, or community event, I can tailor a session to fit your program’s needs.