The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe

Hernan Chousa
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Join us at Youth Sports Parenting Tribe, where your host, Hernan Chousa - a seasoned tennis player and sports dad, explores the dynamic world of youth sports parenting. We dive deep with thought leaders, psychologists, athletes, and others to help you become not just a parent, but a super parent. Inspired by Jim Rohn's philosophy, our goal is to bring change to your sports parenting journey through insightful conversations and shared wisdom.

  1. David Murray

    4D AGO

    David Murray

    David Murray is an acclaimed journalist, author, and sports parent who chronicled his family’s deep dive into competitive youth soccer in his upcoming memoir Soccer Dad (Disruption Books, April 2026). A self-described soccer-ignorant father, David watched his daughter Scout’s passion for the game pull the entire family into the intense world of travel soccer, college recruiting, and Division I athletics at Ohio University. Through funny, vulnerable storytelling, he explores the joys, frustrations, and life lessons of being a sports parent in today’s high-stakes environment. David has shared his insights on numerous podcasts and in publications like The Washington Post and Youth Inc., offering a refreshing perspective on unconditional support, avoiding “coach mode,” and finding balance in the chaotic beauty of youth sports. He lives with his family and continues to write about parenting, sports, and the human experience. ParentShift course 30% OFF with the code TRIBE. Link below:  ParentShift (English): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/parentshift?ref=c23daa  Entrena Tu Legado (Spanish): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/entrenatulegado?ref=c23daa Connect with David on: Book Website: Soccer Dad by David MurrayFacebook: David MurrayInstagram: @writingbootsYou can explore more of Hernan's work on his website, https://www.hernanchousa.com/.

    46 min
  2. Monday Reset #15 - Acceptance

    6D AGO · BONUS

    Monday Reset #15 - Acceptance

    Welcome to the fifteenth Monday Reset for Sports Parents, a short  reflection inside The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe. Each Monday Reset brings you one word, one idea, and one mindset to help you start the week calm, clear, and connected. Today’s word is Acceptance — a liberating mindset for sports parents to practice, fully embracing where your child is right now in their youth sports journey, without the weight of “should be” or comparisons. It’s not about giving up or lowering the bar — it’s about meeting them exactly where they are today, honoring their current pace, effort, and unique path with compassion instead of pressure. When the inner voice starts judging or pushing, pause and accept: this is their season, their timing, their story. Your peace in that moment becomes their permission to keep showing up. Take a breath. Reset. Your acceptance becomes the safe ground where your child can grow freely, without fear of falling short. ParentShift course 30% off with the code TRIBE. Link below:  ParentShift (English): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/parentshift?ref=c23daa Entrena Tu Legado (Spanish): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/entrenatulegado?ref=c23daa You can explore more of Hernan's work on his website, https://www.hernanchousa.com/.

    2 min
  3. Dr. Brenna Chirby and Dr. Virginia Jones

    FEB 11

    Dr. Brenna Chirby and Dr. Virginia Jones

    Dr. Brenna Chirby and Dr. Virginia Jones are licensed psychologists with over 20 years of combined experience in private practice. Dr. Chirby began her career as a Sports Psychologist at a major university athletic department. Together, they have built strong reputations helping teens and adults overcome mental health challenges. Drawing from both their clinical expertise and their personal experience as mothers of three athletic children each—who competed from youth sports through elite club and collegiate levels—they founded MindBalanceSPORT. Their unique approach combines traditional mental health strategies with practical mental performance training to help young athletes develop a healthier mindset and achieve optimal performance. After years of watching the intense “do more, be better, win at all costs” culture in youth sports—and noticing that no coach ever offered mental training across more than 20 teams—they created MindBalanceSPORT to fill this critical gap. They have seen far too many young athletes drop out due to stress, disengagement, lack of enjoyment, and injuries caused by overtraining. ParentShift course 30% OFF with the code TRIBE. Link below:  ParentShift (English): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/parentshift?ref=c23daa  Entrena Tu Legado (Spanish): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/entrenatulegado?ref=c23daa Connect with Dr. Brenna Chirby & Dr. Virginia Jones on LinkedIn: Dr. Brenna ChirbyDr. Virginia JonesMindbalanceSPORT Social Media Links: Instagram: @mindbalancesportFacebook: MindBalanceSPORTWebsite: https://www.mindbalancesport.com/You can explore more of Hernan's work on his website, https://www.hernanchousa.com/.

    36 min
  4. Monday Reset #14 - Trust

    FEB 9 · BONUS

    Monday Reset #14 - Trust

    Welcome to the fourteenth Monday Reset for Sports Parents, a short, 5-minute reflection inside The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe. Each Monday Reset brings you one word, one idea, and one mindset to help you start the week calm, clear, and connected. Today’s word is Trust — a powerful mindset for sports parents to practice, believing in your child’s ability to grow, learn, and handle challenges in their own youth sports journey. It’s not about stepping back completely — it’s about choosing to trust their effort, their process, and their capacity to bounce back instead of jumping in to fix, direct, or rescue. When the urge to control or over-advise appears, pause and trust: trust their coach, trust their timing, and most of all, trust that your child is capable. Take a breath. Reset. Your trust becomes the quiet confidence that helps your child believe in themselves. ParentShift course 30% off with the code TRIBE. Link below:  ParentShift (English): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/parentshift?ref=c23daa Entrena Tu Legado (Spanish): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/entrenatulegado?ref=c23daa You can explore more of Hernan's work on his website, https://www.hernanchousa.com/.

    2 min
  5. Marty Schupak

    FEB 4

    Marty Schupak

    Marty Schupak is the President and owner of Schupak Sports, one of the most comprehensive youth sports media companies, producing instructional videos, books, and drills since 1999. Starting with youth baseball coaching videos, Marty has expanded to basketball, soccer, and other sports, authoring over 30 books like "101 Youth Baseball Drills" and recently publishing "Tee Ball Myths & Solutions"—a practical guide for parents and coaches to make tee ball fun and meaningful. He has delivered easy-to-follow resources that help families teach fundamentals at home, emphasizing fun, repetition, and skill development without expensive equipment. Marty has appeared on podcasts and forums discussing youth sports coaching, practice templates, common errors in teaching hitting, fielding, shooting, and more, as well as his writing process for creating effective instructional content. Based in Valley Cottage, NY, his mission is to make sports accessible and enjoyable, inspiring parents to coach effectively and kids to build lifelong love for athletics through structured, positive training. ParentShift course 30% off with the code TRIBE. Link below:  ParentShift (English): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/parentshift?ref=c23daa  Entrena Tu Legado (Spanish): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/entrenatulegado?ref=c23daa Connect with Marty on LinkedIn: Marty Schupak  Other Social Media Links for Marty: Instagram: @shupak_sportsYoutube: @SchupakSportsFind more about Marty's books on Amazon: Marty Schupak   You can explore more of Hernan's work on his website, https://www.hernanchousa.com/.

    37 min
  6. Monday Reset #13 - Courage

    FEB 2 · BONUS

    Monday Reset #13 - Courage

    Welcome to the thirteenth Monday Reset for Sports Parents, a short, 5-minute reflection inside The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe. Each Monday Reset brings you one word, one idea, and one mindset to help you start the week calm, clear, and connected. Today’s word is Courage — a quiet strength for sports parents to draw on, facing the discomfort of uncertainty, tough moments, or necessary boundaries in your child’s youth sports journey. It’s not about bravado — it’s about showing up authentically, whether that means letting your child risk failure on the field, having honest conversations about effort or behavior, or stepping back when your instinct is to protect. When fear creeps in—about outcomes, judgment, or letting go—choose courage instead: trust your child’s process and your own role as steady support. Take a breath. Reset. Your courage becomes the quiet example that empowers your child to face challenges with their own bravery. ParentShift course 30% off with the code TRIBE. Link below:  ParentShift (English): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/parentshift?ref=c23daa Entrena Tu Legado (Spanish): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/entrenatulegado?ref=c23daa You can explore more of Hernan's work on his website, https://www.hernanchousa.com/.

    2 min
  7. Carrie Kimmell

    JAN 28

    Carrie Kimmell

    Carrie Kimmell is a baseball mom and youth sports content creator based in the US, running "Baseball with JR & Carrie" alongside her son JR to empower parents in training kids from scratch to elite levels. With no initial baseball knowledge, she shares relatable videos on drills, mindset, motivation, and parent challenges, helping families build skills at home without expensive coaching. Featured in youth sports summits like the "Youth Sports Success Summit," Carrie discusses navigating coaching-parenting balance, overcoming insecurities, and fostering commitment over talent. Her mission focuses on making baseball accessible and fun, inspiring parents to support their kids' dreams while emphasizing trajectory, growth, and family involvement in travel ball and beyond. ParentShift course 30% off with the code TRIBE. Link below:  ParentShift (English): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/parentshift?ref=c23daa  Entrena Tu Legado (Spanish): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/entrenatulegado?ref=c23daa Social Media Links for Carrie:  Instagram: @carrie.kimmellFacebook: Baseball with JR & CarrieYou can explore more of Hernan's work on his website, https://www.hernanchousa.com/

    40 min
  8. Monday Reset #12 - Humility

    JAN 26 · BONUS

    Monday Reset #12 - Humility

    Welcome to the twelfth Monday Reset for Sports Parents, a short, 5-minute reflection inside The Youth Sports Parenting Tribe. Each Monday Reset brings you one word, one idea, and one mindset to help you start the week calm, clear, and connected. Today’s word is Humility — a grounding virtue for sports parents to embody, acknowledging limits, embracing learning, and modeling graciousness in the competitive arena of youth sports. It’s not about self-diminishment — it’s about perspective, celebrating wins without arrogance and viewing setbacks as opportunities for growth rather than failures. When reflecting on a game or season, share your own lessons humbly; it shows your child that strength comes from openness, not always being "right" or superior. Take a breath. Reset. Your humility becomes the foundation that inspires your child to play with grace and keep improving. ParentShift course 30% off with the code TRIBE. Link below:  ParentShift (English): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/parentshift?ref=c23daa Entrena Tu Legado (Spanish): https://www.hernanchousa.com/courses/entrenatulegado?ref=c23daa You can explore more of Hernan's work on his website, https://www.hernanchousa.com/.

    2 min
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Join us at Youth Sports Parenting Tribe, where your host, Hernan Chousa - a seasoned tennis player and sports dad, explores the dynamic world of youth sports parenting. We dive deep with thought leaders, psychologists, athletes, and others to help you become not just a parent, but a super parent. Inspired by Jim Rohn's philosophy, our goal is to bring change to your sports parenting journey through insightful conversations and shared wisdom.

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