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For the Love of Sport NBC Sports
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5.0 • 22 Ratings
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For the Love of Sport takes you into the world of youth sports, giving you a chance to meet and celebrate the volunteers, business owners, and athletes who make them possible.
Each episode offers insight into the behind-the-scenes efforts of parents, coaches, and volunteers who make youth sports possible. It also highlights the successes of the youth sports community, and how that community helps kids become stronger, healthier, happier people on and off the field.
Learn more > https://www.sportsengine.com/for-the-love-of-sport-podcast
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Encore: Molly Solomon
Just in time for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, we are revisiting one of our favorite interviews. Join hosts Simon and Marie as they sit down with Molly Solomon, 11-time Emmy Award-winning Executive Producer and President of NBC Olympics Production. With a career spanning 30 years, Molly has shaped unforgettable sports moments. From her journey as a researcher to becoming the first female executive producer for a national sports network, Molly shares insights from her day-to-day in and out of the office. Dive in to learn more about her role as a producer and youth sports mom to triplets!
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From Grassroots to Greatness: The Journey of ECNL with Doug Bracken
Hosts Simon and Marie sit down with Doug Bracken, Vice President of the Elite Clubs National League (ECNL), to discuss his journey and the organization's impact on American youth soccer. They explore the ECNL's initial focus on girls' soccer, pathways to collegiate and professional careers, the new coaching app, and strategies for creating a positive environment for youth athletes.
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Sideline Shorts | Demarcus Lewis: Mentorship, Growth Mindset, and Building Team Culture in Youth Sports
In this episode of "For The Love of Sport," Simon and Marie broadcast live from the AVCA, joined by Demarcus Lewis of the Lexington High Risers. Demarcus discusses his journey as a sports conditioning coach across basketball, football, and volleyball. He reveals his coaching methods, the importance of nutrition on performance, and his success in training, coaching, and youth sports administration. Tune in for valuable insights from a versatile and accomplished sports professional.
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Michelle Goodall: Coaching the Coaches & Elevating Youth Sports Mentorship with USA Volleyball
In this episode of "For The Love of Sport" Simon and Marie talk with Michelle Goodall, Region Director at USA Volleyball. They explore Michelle's dedication to volleyball, her youth sports experiences, and how USA Volleyball is promoting the sport and increasing participation among youth.
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Diamond Allegiance: The Curve Score System - Practical Metrics for Assessing Athletic Progress in Young Athletes
Join hosts Simon and Marie as they chat with Sandy Ogg and Erik Bakich from Diamond Allegiance. Learn how this organization is revolutionizing travel baseball, hear Erik's experiences coaching at Clemson, and discover the roots of Diamond Allegiance. Gain insights into the world of youth sports and the driving forces behind enhancing athletic development with accessible technology.
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Courtney Thompson: Fostering Teamwork, Building Community, and Inspiring Young Athletes
Tune in to another episode of "For The Love of Sport" as hosts Simon and Marie explore the world of volleyball, focusing on League One Volleyball, also known as LOVB (pronounced love). Joined by guest Courtney Thompson, Coach Development at LOVB, listeners gain insights into this community-driven approach to professional volleyball.
Customer Reviews
A must listen for anyone in youth sports
This podcast is an incredible resource (and super fun listen) for anyone involved in youth sports — or sports in general! Marie and Simon are great hosts who asks thought-provoking questions while also providing a lot of humor along the way. Definitely one of my top podcasts!
So much fun!
This podcast is great. The hosts keep it light and fun while having real conversations with amazing guests. The Savannah Bananas EP was top-level entertainment!
Amazing hosts
Love listening to Simon and Marie! They have such great banter and keep the conversation going with the guests. Great listen!