#117. 6 Mistakes Dad Coaches Make With Youth Sports & How to Avoid Them for Long-Term Impact

Think coaching your kid’s sports team is simple? Think again—what you do on the sidelines might be shaping their future more than you think.

Whether you're leading a tee-ball team or guiding your child through high-performance hockey, the intersection of parenting and coaching is filled with unseen landmines. In this episode, former MLB catcher and manager Mike Matheny opens up about how coaching his own son after a 13-year major league career changed the way he views discipline, success, and fatherhood forever.

• Discover how to coach your child without favoritism or friction—and how Mike handled his son throwing equipment on the field

• Learn the core values behind Mike’s “Champion’s Edges” framework and how to apply it whether you're coaching or parenting

• Get a raw look at how building a culture of character, not just competition, helps kids succeed far beyond sports

Hit play now to learn how to lead with purpose, coach with humility, and raise resilient kids who win on and off the field.

Dad Central: A Parenting Podcast To Reduce Stress & Build Confidence In Fatherhood

Are you stressed and overwhelmed by the responsibilities of fatherhood? This show helps overwhelmed dads conquer stress, build confidence, and become the father their family brags about.

Listen to discover:

• Effective strategies to reduce parenting stress and manage emotions for a calm parenting approach = happy children.
• Practical advice on building strong parent-child relationships through improved communication and parenting skills, even when co-parenting with ex-partners.
• Expert insights on navigating custody issues and instilling positive parenting values to develop disciplined and resilient kids.

Since 2019 Co-hosts Drew and Ed have impacted over 400,000 dads through their work with Dad Central. Every Monday, join them for real-life examples and practical, time-tested strategies on how to win at being a dad. Once a month, hear from expert guests or mentor dads sharing their top tips to enjoy and thrive in fatherhood.  

To instantly learn top secret hacks to calm parenting and become the dad your family brags about, download our free guide to stop yelling.

FREE 7 STEP GUIDE TO STOP YELLING: Our guide is based on extensive research and experience working with parents just like you. We’ll guide you through each step, offering practical tips, strategies, and exercises to help you understand your triggers, improve your communication skills, and foster a stronger relationship with your children, ultimately becoming a more confident and effective dad: https://dadcentral.ca/7-step-guide-to-stop-yelling/ 

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