Join host Chris Finn as he dives into the fascinating world of youth sports development with Deven Morgan, a leading expert in youth baseball and the founder of Driveline Academy. Together, they explore the parallels between baseball and golf, highlighting how science and data can revolutionize athletic training for young athletes.
This episode unpacks essential topics like:
- The importance of holistic athletic development over early sports specialization
- How data-driven tools improve skills like swing speed, accuracy, and power
- Smart injury prevention techniques to shield young athletes from overuse
- Why gamification holds the key to keeping sports fun and engaging for kids
Deven shares eye-opening insights into why kids aren’t just "small adults" and how training programs must be tailored to their unique needs. Whether you’re a coach, parent, or athlete, you’ll gain valuable strategies to optimize performance and build resilient young athletes.
Tune in for a lively, nerd-out session filled with practical advice and insider wisdom from one of the top minds in youth sports! Don’t miss it.
Find more from Deven on all socials and YouTube @DrivelineYouth
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