Raising a Champion

07/03/2024

This is as bad as it gets!!

Manasquan HS was robbed of a state championship because not one of the 3 refs was paying enough attention to the clock and the shooter who released the ball with 0.5 seconds remaining.

If the NJSIAA has any shred of integrity, they have to overrule this decision and award Manasquan the state championship.

Even the refs admitted afterwards they made a mistake!

26/02/2024

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03/09/2023

In 1992, Kurt Warner was a backup quarterback at the University of Northern Iowa.

He was more talented than the starter, but he never got on the field.

Warner asked his friend to ask the coaches why he wasn’t playing. The response changed the way Warner approached the game and his life.

The coaches said, "The reason you're not starting is that you're not very good in practice."

The response shocked Warner. He knew he could throw better than the other QBs. He outshined them when the lights came on whether it was spring ball or the game.

But then he started to think about it. He realized that almost 99% of the time the coaches and teammates saw him was in practice.

This moment shifted his mindset and perspective.

Warner said, "That was one of the greatest lessons that I ever learned about life and about football. You have to bring it every day. You got to show me what to expect from you every single day."

He realized that every moment is a moment to lead by example.

How you do one thing is how you do everything.

In life, he realized that people watch what you do all of the time, not just when the lights are on or not just for one moment.

That moment changed everything for him. He started to take practice seriously and results started to appear.

In 1993, Kurt Warner was the starting quarterback for the University of Northern Iowa. He led the team to an 8-4 season with over 2,500 yards and 17 TDs.

He was invited to training camp with the Green Bay Packers and that was just the beginning for him.

Takeaway 1: Be the Example and Lead by Example
In every aspect of life, not just sports, people often observe and judge us based on our consistent behavior and actions.

To inspire and motivate others, it's essential to consistently demonstrate the qualities and behaviors we wish to see in ourselves and those around us.

Takeaway 2: Value Feedback and Embrace Growth
Growth is a habit and a choice. Feedback might not always be easy to hear or accept, but it's your choice whether to grow from it or deny it.

You have to honest with yourself on where there are opportunities to grow. Whether in sports, career, or personal development, being open to constructive criticism and actively seeking opportunities for growth can lead to greater success and achievement.

"If you're willing to put yourself and your dreams on the line, at the very least you'll discover an inner strength you may not have known existed."
- Kurt Warner

23/08/2023

I was recently on the podcast "Our Kids Play Hockey" sharing my experience working with NHL athletes and speaking to their fathers on what they did and how they raised outstanding men.

Be sure to check out this latest episode on Raising a Champion.

Are you ready to journey behind the scenes of youth sports with us? Brace yourselves, as we turn the spotlight on our guest, John Boruk, a former Philadelphia sportscaster and dedicated hockey parent. As we traverse through the fast-paced world of...

15/08/2023

After a summer of hanging at the pool or the beach, the young athlete now has to shift their mindset in the competitiveness of fall sports...

Kate Allgood explains how to make that switch...

As we welcomed Kate Allgood, mental performance coach and CEO, onto our latest podcast, we couldn't help but be astounded by her fascinating journey from ice hockey player to a specialized mental trainer for athletes. Her insights into the inner w...

21/06/2023

Deptford Little League President Don Bozzuffi is changing how parents watch youth baseball, and his methods have received national attention appearing on CNN, FOX and international outlets.

‎Show Raising a Champion, Ep Exposing Unruly Parents with Little League President Don Bozzuffi - Jun 21, 2023

22/05/2023

Great episode with the McMenamin family on how they raised two collegiate hockey players.

The sacrifices, the challenges, some of the big decisions.

For their youngest son, Connor who played at Penn State, it all started with the P*e Wee Quebec Invitational.

‎Show Raising a Champion, Ep So You Want to Develop a College Hockey Player with Jim & Andrea McMenamin - May 22, 2023

19/04/2023

Sue Humphrey shares 50 years of coaching experience and how running track is still beneficial for high school athletes, and why running shouldnt be used as a punishment in other sports.

Plus, how transgenderism is impacting Title IX in collegiate athletics.

‎Show Raising a Champion, Ep Why Running shouldn't be a Form of Punishment with Olympic Track Coach Sue Humphrey - Apr 19, 2023

31/03/2023

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raising-a-champion/id1646869590?i=1000606728721

‎Show Raising a Champion, Ep Addressing a Painful Situation & the Opportunity that comes from Disappointment - A Personal Story - Mar 30, 2023

24/03/2023

Imagine learning a sport in your 20s, and playing your best into your late 40s?

Who says you can’t make a career playing you sport you love AFTER graduating from high school.

Meet Dave McNabb…

‎Show Raising a Champion, Ep It's Never too Late to Start with PGA Club Pro Dave McNabb - Mar 23, 2023

15/03/2023

Do you have a young athlete who allows fear or the fear of failure to creep into his head and those distractions affect his/her performance?

Then this podcast episode is for you...

‎Kids & Family · 2023

09/03/2023

NHL scout Lew Mongelluzzo has an unreal story about how Team USA had to hire a U.S. Marshal to protect a player from a family member.

Listen to it here…

‎Show Raising a Champion, Ep Why Being a Great 12-year-old isn't so Great with NHL Scout Lew Mongelluzzo - Mar 9, 2023

27/02/2023

Dr. Joel Fish has served as a sports psychologist for professional athletes, but what about the younger generation, and what are the psychological barriers that are keeping kids from achieving their goals?

‎Show Raising a Champion, Ep Developing the Confidence Required for Peak Performance with Sports Psychologist Dr. Joel Fish - Feb 27, 2023

14/02/2023

The latest episode of Raising a Champion is out with author Linda Flanagan, who recently wrote about the booming business of youth sports and how it has become unaffordable for many families.

‎Show Raising a Champion, Ep How Money and Mania Are Ruining Kids' Sports with Author Linda Flanagan - Feb 13, 2023

07/02/2023

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raising-a-champion/id1646869590?i=1000598352871

No matter what sport your child plays or their age, this is a must listen…

Nutrition is the fuel for any high-performance athlete, and 90% of us are doing it wrong.

Jill Castle, author of “Eat Like a Champion” can get you and your child on the right track.

‎Show Raising a Champion, Ep Eating like a Champion with Nutritionist Jill Castle - Feb 6, 2023

30/01/2023

Dr. Jon Herting is a dynamic clinician who helps young athletes rehab through strength and conditioning.

He discuss his holistic approach and the importance of unstructured play with young athletes.

‎Show Raising a Champion, Ep The Importance of Unstructured Activity with Physical Therapist Dr. Jon Herting - Jan 30, 2023

23/01/2023

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raising-a-champion/id1646869590?i=1000596062685

Nick Colleluori wanted to impact the lives of others despite receiving a grim prognosis in his fight against Hodgkins Lymphoma.

Colleluori’s vision has assisted over 25,000 families in the 15 years since its inception. Perhaps you know a family that could benefit from The Headstrong Foundation

‎Show Raising a Champion, Ep How a college freshman's inspiration started a $4 million charitable foundation with Jeff Baxter - Jan 23, 2023

16/01/2023

The O’Donnells have impressively raised five Division I athletes. What’s their formula and how did they get their five girls to be disciplined and committed to their sport.

‎Show Raising a Champion, Ep Juggling a multi-athlete household with Ken and Kim O'Donnell - Jan 16, 2023