Booyah Sports Network

Keith Kimberlin

The Booyah Sports Network is built for athletes, parents, and coaches who want a real, inside look at youth and competitive sports. This podcast goes beyond the game. We cover everything from recruiting and development to the realities of tournament life and what it actually takes to move to the next level. You’ll hear directly from coaches, recruiters, trainers, doctors, and physical therapists who work with athletes every day, giving you insight most people never get access to. We don’t focus on just one sport either. This is about the full youth sports world. Cheer, volleyball, dance, basketball, soccer, football, baseball, softball, wrestling, karate and more. If it involves competition, travel, and long days in gyms, fields, or convention centers, it belongs here. No fluff. No watered-down advice. Just real conversations about what helps athletes stand out, what holds them back, how to stay healthy, and how the system actually works. If you’re serious about improving, getting noticed, or understanding the path forward, this is where you plug in.

Episodes

  1. Jul 8

    How Good Parents Accidentally Create Athlete Anxiety | Dr. Jarrod Spencer

    Are you helping your young athlete... or accidentally adding to the pressure? Every parent wants the best for their child. We encourage them, invest in them, drive them to practices, celebrate their victories, and do everything we can to help them reach their potential. But what if some of the things we're doing with the best intentions are actually creating anxiety, fear of failure, burnout, and even causing our athletes to lose their love for the game? In this eye-opening episode of the Booyah Sports Network Podcast, sports psychologist Dr. Jarrod Spencer explains how well-meaning parents and coaches can unintentionally shape an athlete's confidence, motivation, and mental health. This conversation genuinely changed the way I think as a parent. Looking back, I realized there were things I did because I loved my kids and wanted them to succeed, but they may have unintentionally added pressure instead of confidence. If you're raising a young athlete, I truly believe this is one of those conversations every parent needs to hear. If this episode impacts you, please Like, Subscribe, and Share it with another sports parent. It might change the way they support their athlete. Booyah Sports Network is your trusted source for everything youth sports. From recruiting and athlete development to sports psychology, coaching, parenting, health, and the stories behind the game, we're here to help athletes, parents, and coaches succeed on and off the field. CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction03:27 Meet Dr. Jarrod Spencer05:51 One Mentor Can Change a Life07:04 Why Talented Athletes Walk Away From Sports07:52 Why We Should Stop Saying Kids "Quit"08:37 Athlete Burnout09:15 Are Parents Living Through Their Kids?12:20 Stop Emotionally Scarring Your Athlete13:31 What Parents Should NEVER Say Before a Game14:47 The Power of Reassurance15:16 Supporting Without Coaching16:31 Where Confidence Really Comes From18:22 Can Coaches Build Confidence?19:06 Can Confidence Be Taught?19:37 Confidence vs. Cockiness20:30 Rebuilding Confidence22:31 Why Athletes Fear Failure23:28 Does Social Media Make It Worse?23:47 Why Parents Are the Bigger Social Media Problem25:36 Great in Practice... Struggle in Games26:34 Fear & Confidence Feel the Same28:36 Nervousness vs. Anxiety29:43 A Better Pre-Game Routine30:44 The Dodgeball Lesson32:11 How Parents Can Reduce Anxiety35:15 How Social Media Changed Youth Sports36:27 Parents Compare More Than Kids38:00 Why Athletes Shouldn't Sleep With Their Phones39:47 The Science Behind Sleep & Performance40:26 What Separates Great Coaches41:23 A Coach's Influence on Confidence42:31 Understanding Motivation44:18 Why Dr. Spencer Doesn't Like "Mental Toughness"45:25 The Problem With Overparenting47:54 Dr. Spencer's Parent Toolbox48:46 What Parents Should Stop Doing49:30 What Parents Should Start Doing50:51 If Parents Remember Only One Thing...51:22 Rapid Fire Questions53:45 The Mind of the Athlete55:26 How to Connect with Dr. Spencer58:19 Closing Thoughts

  2. Jul 5

    Everything Parents Know About Football Recruiting Is Wrong | Coach Kris Boyd

    If your goal is to help your child play college football, this episode is a must-watch. Football recruiting has changed dramatically over the last several years, yet many parents are still following outdated advice that can actually hurt their athlete's chances. In this episode of the Booyah Sports Network, recruiting expert Coach Kris Boyd walks parents through the complete recruiting roadmap, beginning in middle school and continuing through high school and the college recruiting process. We discuss what really matters, when to start preparing, how recruiting actually works, the difference between offers and committable offers, NIL, social media, Huddle, NCAA registration, camps, measurable's, and much more. Whether your child dreams of playing Division I football or simply wants an opportunity to play at the next level, this conversation provides practical guidance every family should hear. Subscribe to the Booyah Sports Network for more conversations with coaches, recruiters, sports psychologists, professional athletes, and experts who help families navigate youth sports. TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction04:28 Biggest Football Recruiting Myths Parents Believe05:56 The Biggest Football Recruiting Myth06:25 Recruiting Services Parents Waste Money On07:10 What College Football Coaches Actually Look For08:05 What Parents Should Focus on During Recruiting08:33 Is It Too Late to Start Football Recruiting?09:15 Reclassing and Prep School Explained11:05 Why Parents Need Realistic Recruiting Expectations12:06 Football Recruiting Measurables Every Player Should Know13:14 Why Speed Matters in Football Recruiting13:46 When Football Recruiting Actually Starts14:08 Middle School Football Recruiting Checklist16:30 The Southlake Carroll Football Culture18:18 When Parents Should Take Recruiting Seriously19:26 When an Offer Means You're Being Recruited20:35 Scholarship Offer vs. Being Recruited21:15 What Is a College Football Offer?22:37 Why You Shouldn't Compare Scholarship Offers24:44 The Complete Football Recruiting Roadmap27:30 Why Camp Film Matters28:34 Why Camp Invitations Matter29:46 Freshman Football Recruiting Checklist30:27 Research Your Position's Recruiting Measurables31:44 Build a Football Recruiting X (Twitter) Profile32:16 Sophomore Football Recruiting Strategy33:24 Brock's Football Recruiting Journey35:36 What Is a Committable Offer?36:29 The Biggest Mistake After Receiving an Offer38:10 Hudl and Social Media Recruiting Strategy40:07 NIL Explained for Football Recruiting41:49 Does NIL Affect Playing Time?42:48 Why Coaches Are Always Recruiting Your Replacement43:58 Choosing the Right College Fit44:54 Life Beyond Football47:06 Coach Kris Boyd Recruiting Seminars48:06 Contact Coach Kris Boyd49:05 Rapid Fire with Coach Kris Boyd51:19 Final Advice for Parents Connect with Coach Kris BoydInstagram: @Coach_KBoydX: @Coach_KBoydEmail: CoachKrisBoyd@yahoo.com BOOYAH SPORTS NETWORK is your trusted source for everything youth sports. From recruiting and athlete development to sports psychology, coaching, parenting, health, and the stories behind the game, we're here to help athletes, parents, and coaches succeed on and off the field. Subscribe for expert interviews, practical advice, and real conversations with the people shaping the future of youth sports. Follow Booyah Sports Network:🌐 Facebook:

  3. Jun 13

    🚨 Why Most Young Athletes Never Reach Their Potential

    What if the biggest thing holding your athlete back isn't talent? In this episode of the Booyah Sports Network, Keith Kimberlin sits down with Lorenzo Daniel, world-class sprinter, 9-time SEC Champion, NCAA Champion, Mississippi State Hall of Fame inductee,  and performance coach, to discuss what separates elite athletes from everyone else. From speed development and running mechanics to mindset, discipline, confidence, recovery, athletic IQ, social media, scholarships, and athlete development, Lorenzo shares lessons every parent should hear. Whether your child plays football, volleyball, basketball, softball, baseball, soccer, track, or any other sport, this conversation is packed with valuable insights. 👇 Timestamps00:00 Intro01:55 How Lorenzo Got the Nickname "Lo Turbo"02:31 What It Feels Like to Be One of the Fastest Men on the Planet03:15 Training Then vs Training Now04:31 How Technology Has Changed Athlete Development04:45 Are Athletes Mentally Tougher Today?06:07 Why Kids Don't Know How to Run07:15 Why Kids Don't Know How to Skip08:30 Where Lorenzo Starts When Teaching Speed10:34 Sports-Specific Speed Training11:59 Does Speed Transfer Across Sports?12:29 Techniques to Improve Vertical Jump13:45 What Are Plyometrics?14:39 Summer Training Mistakes Athletes Make15:41 Why Every Athlete Needs a Plan16:57 Why the Internet Is Both a Blessing and a Curse17:51 Does Recovery Make You Faster?18:11 Consistency and Discipline19:02 What Hurts Athletic Progress?21:25 Has Technology Helped or Hurt Athletes?22:47 Why Lorenzo Would Rather Have a Superstar at 17 Than 1223:51 Athletic IQ and Why It Matters24:35 How Parents Can Improve Their Athlete's Mindset25:56 Lorenzo Talks About His Kids and Their College Scholarships26:47 Did Lorenzo Use His Gifts to Help His Kids Perform?27:42 If You Want to Play College Sports, There's a Place for You28:01 The University of Texas Scholarship Story28:42 What Pressures Are Athletes Facing Today?30:26 What To Tell An Athlete Before Competition30:41 Lorenzo's Self-Sabotage Story and How He Overcame It32:19 Parents Reinforcing Disappointment32:52 How To Contact Lorenzo Daniel33:15 Know The Coach Rapid Fire Questions35:00 Closing Thoughts If you're a sports parent, coach, or athlete, let us know in the comments: What is the biggest challenge facing young athletes today? #BooyahSportsNetwork #LorenzoDaniel #YouthSports #AthleteDevelopment #SportsPerformance #SportsParenting #SpeedTraining

  4. Jun 10

    The Truth About Youth Sports | Welcome to Booyah Sports Network

    Welcome to the Booyah Sports Network. This is the updated overview of what the Booyah Sports Network is, why it exists, and the topics we'll be covering as we go behind the curtain of youth sports. My goal is simple: bring together coaches, athletes, parents, recruiters, trainers, sports dietitians, sports psychologists, healthcare professionals, club directors, and industry experts to have real conversations that help people make better decisions. Too often, parents and athletes are forced to navigate youth sports without access to the people who truly understand how the system works. This network was created to change that. Whether you're trying to improve performance, navigate recruiting, understand athlete development, prevent injuries, fuel your body properly, become a better coach, or simply gain insight into the world of youth sports, this network was built for you. Use the timestamps below to jump directly to the topics that interest you most. If you're an athlete, parent, coach, recruiter, trainer, sports professional, or someone involved in youth sports, I invite you to subscribe and join us as we continue bringing you real conversations, real insight, and real impact. Booyah Sports Network Behind the Curtain of Youth Sports TIMESTAMPS0:00 Introduction2:59 Performance & Training5:47 Nutrition & Fueling8:07 Sleep & Recovery10:12 Sports Psychology & Mindset11:54 Parenting Athletes14:20 Recruiting16:36 Injury Prevention & Athlete Health18:22 Coaching20:33 Business, Culture & Evolution of Youth Sports22:51 Real Stories From Former Athletes & Elite Players24:43 The Vision of Booyah Sports Network26:41 Closing Thoughts & Encouragement #BooyahSportsNetwork #YouthSports #AthleteDevelopment #SportsPerformance #SportsParenting

  5. Jun 8

    The Nutrition Mistakes Holding Athletes Back - Amy Goodson

    Every athlete wants to perform at a higher level. Most focus on practice, training, strength, speed, and skill development. But according to sports dietitian Amy Goodson, one of the biggest factors affecting athletic performance may be what athletes are putting into their bodies every day. In this episode, I sit down with Amy Goodson to discuss hydration, electrolytes, sports drinks, recovery, muscle growth, fueling for competition, pre-workout nutrition, healthy fast-food choices, and some of the biggest nutrition mistakes young athletes make. Amy has worked with organizations including the Dallas Cowboys, Texas Rangers, FC Dallas, collegiate athletic programs, and athletes across multiple sports and competitive levels. She shares practical advice that athletes, parents, and coaches can start applying immediately. Whether you're trying to improve performance, recover faster, gain healthy weight, build muscle, stay hydrated, or simply make better nutrition decisions, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Booyah Sports Network Behind the Curtain of Youth Sports Follow for more conversations with coaches, athletes, recruiters, trainers, nutrition experts, and industry leaders from across the world of youth sports. #BooyahSportsNetwork #AmyGoodson #SportsNutrition #YouthSports #AthleteDevelopment #Hydration00:00 Introduction03:06 What Separates Athletes Nutritionally?04:34 Do Professional Athletes Take Nutrition More Seriously?05:22 Can You Tell When Diet Is Affecting an Athlete?06:19 Biggest Summer Nutrition Mistakes Athletes Make07:34 Do Athletes Get Dehydrated Overnight?08:22 How Dehydration Affects Athletic Performance09:12 Key Symptoms of Dehydration09:45 What Dehydration Really Means11:13 When Athletes Need Electrolytes12:07 Are Sports Drinks Good for Athletes?16:17 When Are Sports Drinks Actually Required?16:43 Why Water May Not Be Enough During Activity18:09 Fueling with Liquids and Adding Milk19:08 Should Athletes Eat or Drink Before Workouts?20:10 Good Snack Ideas Before a Long Workout20:23 You Get Better in Practice, So Fuel for Practice22:00 Nutrient-Dense Snack Ideas for Athletes Who Don't Like to Eat Much22:50 Key Signs of Dehydration Athletes Should Watch For24:55 Can Athletes Outwork Poor Nutrition?25:10 Good Nutrition Can Make a Good Athlete Great26:05 Common Misconceptions About Healthy Foods27:32 Building an Athlete's Plate (The One-Third Rule)28:38 What Should Athletes Order at Chick-fil-A?30:09 Is Pizza the Perfect Food?31:34 Biggest Mistakes Athletes Make When Trying to Gain Weight and Muscle35:17 Growth and Development Stages36:43 Why Are Kids Bigger Today?40:49 Getting Back to Basics with Food and Snacking41:54 Are Foods Engineered to Be Addictive?43:13 Planning Nutrition While Traveling43:50 Working One-on-One with a Sports Dietitian44:26 The Sports Nutrition Playbook44:59 Using Insurance for Nutrition Counseling46:19 How to Access Amy Goodson47:06 Expanding Sports Nutrition Beyond Elite Athletes48:03 Why Only 1% Use Their Nutrition Benefits49:27 Final Takeaway

  6. May 15

    Why Young Athletes Ignore Injuries Until It’s Too Late | Dr. Chris Bailey

    Youth sports injuries are becoming more common than ever and many parents don’t realize how small issues can turn into major long-term problems if they go untreated. In this episode of Booyah Sports Network, host Keith Kimberlin sits down with Dr. Chris Bailey to discuss youth athlete recovery, chiropractic care, injury prevention, pain assessment, performance optimization, and what parents should really be paying attention to when their kids are competing. Dr. Bailey shares real-world stories from working with athletes, explains the differences between chiropractors and medical doctors, discusses preventative care, recovery philosophy, mechanics, and how proper treatment may help athletes perform at a higher level. Whether your child plays baseball, volleyball, basketball, football, soccer, softball, or any competitive sport, this episode contains valuable insight for parents, coaches, and athletes. ⸻ CHAPTERS 0:00 Introduction1:39 What Got Dr. Bailey Into Chiropractic Care4:07 Chiropractor vs Medical Doctor6:15 Chiropractic Philosophy Explained7:31 Pitching Mechanics & Body Movement8:17 What Chiropractors Look For First8:48 Helping a Pitcher Throw 102 MPH Again11:38 Why Pain Is a Distractor12:44 Dr. Bailey’s General Rule for Assessing Pain14:09 Preventative Care Philosophy15:40 Parents Usually Know When Something Is Wrong16:42 Are All Chiropractors the Same?18:56 Chiropractors as Triage & ER Alternatives20:00 How To Know If Your Chiropractor Is Good20:52 Why Chiropractors Must Be Great Communicators21:15 Why X-Rays Matter21:30 The Unusual Soccer Player Story22:19 Ultrasound vs Ice for Inflammation23:17 Questions Parents Should Ask Chiropractors24:08 Should Athletes Get Checked Before Injuries Happen?24:55 Scoliosis Screening & Athlete Evaluations26:22 Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy27:51 Can Chiropractic Care Improve Athletic Performance?29:29 Should Athletes Make Regular Appointments?30:42 Recovery Timing & Recovery Care31:45 The Difference Between Pro Athletes & Everyone Else32:36 What Young Athletes Should STOP Doing34:08 What Parents Should Do If They’re Unsure35:58 How To Find Dr. Bailey38:37 Adjusting His Own Baby at Five Minutes Old39:57 What He Says To Chiropractic Skeptics42:13 The Dallas Cowboys Story ⸻ Follow Booyah Sports Network for more conversations focused on youth sports development, recovery, performance, recruiting, nutrition, mindset, and athlete success. #YouthSports #SportsRecovery #ChiropracticCare #AthleteRecovery #SportsPerformance #BooyahSportsNetwork

  7. May 6

    What Softball Parents NEED to Know About Recruiting | Christine Summers

    National softball recruiter Christine Summers joins the Booyah Sports Network to break down how softball recruiting really works. In this episode, we cover recruiting mistakes, scholarships, emailing coaches, transfer portal rules, social media tips, exposure tournaments, choosing the right college fit, and what parents and athletes should really focus on during the recruiting process. Christine also shares insight into D1, D2, D3, NAIA, JUCO eligibility, Ivy League recruiting, and how families can improve their chances of getting recruited. Whether you're a softball player, parent, coach, or club athlete, this episode is packed with valuable recruiting information. #Softball #SoftballRecruiting #CollegeSoftball #RecruitingTips #TravelSoftball #BooyahSportsNetwork TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction02:15 How Christine Got Into Recruiting03:35 What Is a Power 4 School?06:19 The Start of Take Charge Recruiting07:11 Recruiting Athletes Across the World08:15 How to Improve Your Recruiting Chances09:22 Pro Tip for Emailing College Coaches11:09 When Should Athletes Start Sending Emails?12:06 What NOT to Do When Emailing Coaches14:40 Finding the Right College Fit17:20 When Athletes Excel or Walk Away from the Game18:25 Narrowing Down Your College Search19:10 Typical College Softball Roster Sizes21:26 What Athletes Does Christine Work With?23:40 Parents Have Tunnel Vision During Recruiting24:03 When Should You Hire a Recruiting Service?26:14 Choosing Where You Want to Play27:04 Understanding D1, D2, D3, NAIA & More27:38 Ivy League Recruiting Facts29:00 Biggest Recruiting Mistakes Athletes Make30:34 The Truth About JUCO Eligibility34:54 How Softball Scholarships Actually Work37:16 Social Media Tips for Athletes37:56 Eligibility Rules Explained38:38 What Outfielders Should Include on Video40:39 What to Avoid in Recruiting Videos41:26 The Biggest Exposure Tournament in Softball43:05 What Is the Transfer Portal?46:05 The Downsides of Entering the Portal47:25 What Families Should Focus on Most48:40 Is Playing Club Softball Important?50:13 How to Contact Christine Summers / Take Charge Recruiting

  8. May 4

    Welcome to Booyah Sports Network | Behind the Scenes of Youth Sports

    Welcome to the Booyah Sports Network. This podcast was created to give you a real look behind the scenes of youth sports, from the people who are actually in it every day. Coaches, club directors, trainers, and professionals who understand what’s really going on beyond the surface. In this introduction episode, I break down what this show is all about, why it was created, and what you can expect from future conversations. If you’re a parent, athlete, or coach involved in youth sports, this podcast is designed to give you insight, clarity, and a better understanding of the decisions you’re making every day. This isn’t surface-level conversation. This is what’s really happening behind the scenes. What you can expect from this podcast: Honest conversations with leaders in youth sportsReal insight into athlete developmentThe truth about club sports and competitionConversations that help parents and athletes make better decisions Subscribe and follow along as we bring you conversations from inside the world of youth sports. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro0:15 Host Background1:11 Where You May Have Seen Me2:14 Why I Started Booyah Sports Network2:55 My Role in the Podcast3:42 Talking with College Coaches (Lone Star Classic)4:48 What the Show Is Built On6:16 Podcast Format Overview6:41 In-Person or Remote Interviews7:06 How You Can Get Involved7:42 Topics You Don’t Usually Hear About8:08 Closing & Call to Action

  9. May 4

    What Volleyball Parents Need To Know About Club Volleyball | Jacob Hanan

    What’s really going on behind the scenes in club volleyball? In this episode of the Booyah Sports Network, Keith Kimberlin sits down with Jacob Hanan of Drive Nation Volleyball to have a real, unfiltered conversation about the current state of youth sports and club volleyball. This isn’t surface-level talk. Jacob breaks down what parents, athletes, and even coaches often don’t see, from the realities of competition and recruiting to the pressure placed on young athletes and the decisions families are making every day. If you’re involved in club volleyball in any way, this conversation will challenge how you think about development, expectations, and what it actually takes to succeed. This is exactly what the Booyah Sports Network is built for, real conversations with the people shaping youth sports today. What we cover: The reality of club volleyball todayWhat parents need to understand before committingAthlete development vs winningThe pressure on young athletesRecruiting and expectationsWhat separates top programs from the rest Subscribe to the Booyah Sports Network for more conversations from inside the world of youth sports. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro0:48 Guest Introduction – Jacob Hanan1:24 Old School vs Modern Volleyball Scoring2:40 How He Developed His Coaching Style4:35 Early Coaching Struggles5:25 Refining His Coaching Style6:59 When Athletes Start at Drive Nation8:42 North Texas Volleyball Is Highly Competitive10:16 Natural Ability vs What Can Be Developed12:36 Does Height Matter in Volleyball?14:21 Playing Multiple Sports Helps Athletes17:40 How Parents Can Support Development20:31 Building the Right Foundation & Attitude23:03 Recreational vs Competitive Volleyball Paths24:40 Understanding USAV Team Levels28:41 How to Choose the Right Club30:44 Developing Leadership in Athletes31:48 Drive Nation Tryouts & How to Connect

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The Booyah Sports Network is built for athletes, parents, and coaches who want a real, inside look at youth and competitive sports. This podcast goes beyond the game. We cover everything from recruiting and development to the realities of tournament life and what it actually takes to move to the next level. You’ll hear directly from coaches, recruiters, trainers, doctors, and physical therapists who work with athletes every day, giving you insight most people never get access to. We don’t focus on just one sport either. This is about the full youth sports world. Cheer, volleyball, dance, basketball, soccer, football, baseball, softball, wrestling, karate and more. If it involves competition, travel, and long days in gyms, fields, or convention centers, it belongs here. No fluff. No watered-down advice. Just real conversations about what helps athletes stand out, what holds them back, how to stay healthy, and how the system actually works. If you’re serious about improving, getting noticed, or understanding the path forward, this is where you plug in.

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  • Creator
    Keith Kimberlin
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Keith Kimberlin