The Parent Every Athlete Needs ...And The One They Don't | The Hard Truths About Sports Parenting

From the sidelines to social media, sports parents can make or break their child's athletic journey. In this must-listen episode, host Alyxandra gets real about the hard truths of sports parenting. She takes listeners through a deep dive into the uncomfortable truths about sports parenting that no one talks about.As a former player, coach, AND parent, she's seen it all - from parents who get it right to those who unknowingly impact their child's passion for the game. Alyxandra shares how her own parents became her biggest supporters without ever being her biggest problem, and the three simple rules they followed that changed everything.In this episode, you'll learn:- Why the parents who think they're helping the most are often hurting the most- The psychological impact of over-involved sports parenting- Real scenarios and scripts for handling playing time, bad games, and coaching decisions- When to step in vs. when to step back- How to raise resilient adults, not just athletesWhether you're a parent trying to support your young athlete, or a player dealing with overbearing parents, this episode will give you the tools to navigate the complex world of youth sports with grace and wisdom.

"You're not raising a volleyball player. You're raising a future adult who happens to play volleyball right now."⏰ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Introduction: Hard Truths About Sports Parenting
00:56 - My Experience: Player, Coach, Parent
02:34 - How My Parents Got It Right
03:30 - The Parent Every Athlete Knows (And Fears)
04:59 - When "Helping" Becomes Hurting
10:36 - The Psychology of Over-Involved Parents
14:34 - How to Support Without Suffocating
16:26 - Real Scenarios: Playing Time, Bad Games & Coaching Decisions
18:41 - Final Thoughts: You're Raising Adults, Not Athletes🎙️ New episodes every Wednesday!📱 Follow She Aced That:TikTok: @sheacedthatInstagram: @sheacedthat_Facebook: @sheacedthatEbook, Podcast, Links: linktr.ee/sheacedthat