Youth Sports Insider

Youth Sports Insider

Hear directly from the youth sports forward-thinkers turning sideline hours into real growth opportunities.

Episodes

Ep 12 Leveraging First-Party Data to Grow Youth Sports Sponsorships

July 9, 2025 • 54 mins
https://YouthSportsInsider.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://teachhoops.com/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ Think getting big brands into youth sports is just “too hard”? Many believe youth sports sponsorships can’t scale because everything’s too fragmented—but that’s not the whole story. In this episode, hosts Bill Flitter and Andy Thwaite (a sponsorship veteran with pro sports cred) toss out the old playbook and spark ideas for brand ...
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Ep 11 How AI-Powered Tools Are Shaping the Future of Youth Sports

July 2, 2025 • 53 mins
https://YouthSportsInsider.com⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://teachhoops.com/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ Is AI just for the pros—or is it about to revolutionize how youth athletes train? Many youth club and team owners think cutting-edge tech is out of reach, but this episode proves otherwise. Host Bill Flitter welcomes digital innovator Shripal Shah to spotlight how AI is making real-time coaching, automated stats, and instant feedback ...
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Ep 10 Building a Franchise Model in Youth Sports Recovery

June 25, 2025 • 56 mins
https://YouthSportsInsider.com⁠ ⁠https://teachhoops.com/⁠ ⁠https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ Is your youth sports business unlocking its full potential? Many believe that focusing on one revenue stream is the safest bet, but that's not always the path to success. In this episode, Hosts Bill Flitter and Justin Jarman, seasoned entrepreneurs, unveil multiple revenue opportunities and hard-won lessons in the youth sports industry....
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Ep 9 Groupspot's Unique Approach to Solving Communication Challenges

June 18, 2025 • 53 mins
https://YouthSportsInsider.com https://teachhoops.com/ https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ Is your communication with parents and volunteers as effective as it could be? Many sports clubs rely on mass emails and group texts for their team communication, but there's a more efficient way. In this episode, host Bill Flitter chats with Mark Kossick from Groupspot, who leverages his NBA expertise to redefine group communication. How ...
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Ep 8 The Journey of Building Orgo: Simplifying Life for Sports Parents

June 11, 2025 • 60 mins
⁠www.aihoopscoach.com https://teachhoops.com/ https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ Ever wondered what it truly takes to launch a sport tech startup? In this episode, Host Bill Flitter and Zoya Lehrer from Orgo dive deep into the grit needed to build a startup, from tech development to investor pitching. Is your venture ready to tackle these operational hurdles? Uncover: Crafting a precise product launch strategy amidst challe...
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Ep 7 Strategies for Scalable Sponsorships and Engagement in Youth Sports

June 4, 2025 • 75 mins
⁠www.aihoopscoach.com https://teachhoops.com/ https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ Ever questioned if your brand is truly connecting with youth sports families? Many marketers think plastering logos everywhere ensures engagement, but hold up! Nick Lawson from Squad, alongside host Bill Flitter, reveals how personalized experiences can skyrocket your sponsorship ROI without the clutter. Is your brand truly engaging? Tune in to disc...
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Ep 6 How Soccer Shots Trains Coaches and Maintains Standards Across 42 States

May 28, 2025 • 64 mins
https://teachhoops.com/ https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ Curious if your youth sports brand is truly reaching its potential? Many franchise owners think that opening more units will automatically lead to success, but that’s not the full story. In this episode, Hosts Bill Flitter and Justin Bredeman, CEO of Soccer Shots, reveal the secrets to scaling a national brand while maintaining quality and consistency. Is your strategy opt...
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Ep 5 Building Dreams: How Josh Dickey is Reshaping Youth Sports Facilities in Ohio

May 21, 2025 • 61 mins
⁠https://YouthSportsInsider.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://coachingyouthhoops.com/⁠⁠ ⁠https://teachhoops.com/⁠ In this episode of Youth Sports Insider, host Bill Flitter sits down with Josh Dickey, founder of Sculpt Sports Complexes, to talk about the journey from personal trainer and athlete performance entrepreneur to multi-facility sports complex owner in Northeast Ohio. Josh shares how his passion for sports and fitness inspired him to bu...
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Ep 4 Inside ESPN’s Youth Sports Mission: Interview with Kevin Martinez

May 14, 2025 • 64 mins
https://coachingyouthhoops.com/ https://teachhoops.com/ Can youth sports do more than just build athletes—can they shape better futures? Many believe youth sports are only about winning and competition, but this episode proves otherwise. Host Bill Flitter and guest Kevin Martinez, ESPN’s VP of Corporate Citizenship, reveal how sports participation is about creating access, confidence, and opportunity for all kids. Are you thi...
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Ep 3 The Business of Youth Sports: Building Opportunities and Measuring Impact with Carrie Gamper

May 7, 2025 • 86 mins
⁠https://YouthSportsInsider.com⁠⁠ ⁠https://coachingyouthhoops.com/⁠ https://teachhoops.com/ In this episode of Youth Sports Insider, host Bill Flitter welcomes Carrie Gamper, co-founder of Base Sports Group, to dive deep into the evolving world of youth sports sponsorship. Carrie shares her journey from walking on to the University of Denver's D1 lacrosse team to becoming a leader in sports sponsorship, working with major brands...
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Ep 2 Beyond Logos: Building Authentic Sponsorships in Youth Sports with Paul Hutton

April 29, 2025 • 59 mins
https://YouthSportsInsider.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://coachingyouthhoops.com/⁠ In this powerful episode of Youth Sports Insider, we sit down with Paul Hutton, a leading voice in brand strategy and youth sports development. Paul shares how true sponsorships go far beyond logos on jerseys — they're about authentic community impact, creating lasting memories, and aligning with real values through CSR and ESG initiatives. Whether you're a ...
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Ep 1 How Brands Can Successfully Invest in Youth Sports

April 23, 2025 • 63 mins
https://YouthSportsInsider.com⁠⁠ ⁠https://coachingyouthhoops.com/⁠ Is sponsoring youth sports really worth it? Forget about flashy ads – it’s about supporting a vital part of kids' lives. That’s what I learned from Mark Botterill, a seasoned veteran in youth sports, on Youth Sports Insider. Think about it: Are your marketing dollars actually making a difference in communities? Mark introduces the idea of aligning yo...
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