Don’t give your kids feedback on their sports performance unless they ask for it - Interview with Andre Cook - Head Basketball coach at Saint Edwards U
summaryIn this conversation, Roy and Patrick interview Andre Cook, a Division II college basketball coach. They discuss Andre's journey from playing basketball in his youth to becoming a college coach, as well as his experience coaching his own children. The conversation touches on the importance of youth sports and the role of parents in supporting their children's athletic development. Andre emphasizes the need for parents to have fun, make friendships, and avoid being overzealous or overly critical during games. The conversation also highlights the positive impact of coaches and mentors in shaping young athletes. The conversation covers topics such as the traditional pathway in sports, the challenges of not making the high school team, and the importance of staying involved in youth sports. The coaches discuss the development of players and the emphasis on offense in their coaching strategies. They also touch on the concept of competition and the cardinal rules they teach their teams. The conversation concludes with a trivia question about the career record for the most college basketball points scored. keywordsyouth sports, basketball, coaching, parenting, overzealous parents, mentorship, sports, traditional pathway, challenges, high school team, youth sports, player development, offense, competition, cardinal rules, college basketball takeaways Youth sports should focus on fun, friendships, and personal development rather than solely on winning or achieving scholarships. Parents should avoid being overzealous or overly critical during games and instead support their children's athletic journey in a positive and encouraging manner. Coaches and mentors play a crucial role in shaping young athletes and providing guidance and support. Experiences, exposure to older athletes, and practice are key factors in a child's athletic development. Youth sports can have a lasting impact on individuals, fostering a love for the game and teaching important life skills. The traditional pathway in sports is changing, with more opportunities for travel-related sports outside of high school teams. Not making the high school team is not the end of a player's journey, and they can still pursue their passion by getting involved in youth sports programs. Player development and skill-building are crucial for success in sports, with an emphasis on offense in the coaching strategies discussed. Competition is an important aspect of sports, and players must understand the importance of working hard and earning playing time. Coaches have cardinal rules or standards that they teach their teams to ensure they do the little things right and beat the competition. The trivia question highlights the career record for the most college basketball points scored by Pistol Pete Maravich. titles The Lasting Impact of Youth Sports on Individuals Parenting in Youth Sports: Avoiding Overzealousness The Changing Pathway in Sports Player Development and Emphasis on Offense Sound Bites "Let's not ruin it by being overzealous. Let's not embarrass the kids because you're screaming at officials or coaching from the sideline." "Do I want the next player to play at St. Edward's? Absolutely. Is it probably going to happen? No. So let's create the next good person in our society and change the way things are going." "Parents could keep your kids from getting a $60,000 a year scholarship just because you're too overzealous." "I don't think that's at eight years old." "What do you advise that kid who still wants to play and those parents, where do they go, what do they do, even though he didn't make the high school team?" "You fill it with video games? You fill it with, you know, Lacey, that's what you guys are. That's the foundation of what you're trying to do, right? Is keep kids involved and, uh, and it's positive and productive." Chapters 00:00Introduction and Background 03:18Andre's Basketball Journey 06:30Coaching and Parenting 13:05The Importance of Fun and
