Youth $ports
Ally TuckerThis podcast explores the changing landscape of Youth Sports (or Youth $ports, rather) in America and how it continues to shift away from its roots. What started out as a golden period in many children’s lives has become a cut throat industry, with various sides trying to find the advantage. As a former high level club soccer coach and collegiate athlete, Ally Tucker sits down for each episode in ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | SportsSociety & Culture | |||
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Episode 104: Amanda and Sean Holbrooks (Pickup Portal)
🔹 Amanda and Sean Holbrooks are youth sports parents just like everyone else… Until their own son's baseball situation exposed a problem they couldn't ignore. Instead of complaining about it, t... more
Episode 103: Jordan Parker (Returning guest to discuss all things World Cup)
🎙️In this week’s episode, I bring back Jordan Parker to the pod to discuss all things World Cup. The best summers are World Cup summers and this one was especially delight... more
Episode 102: Round Table (The Coach- Aaron Rodgers, Ohio University women's soccer, The Player- Scout Murray, The Dad- David Murray)
🎙In this week’s episode, we have a unique round table discussion about college soccer. 3 different, but connected, ... more
Episode 101: Dr. Jeremy Alland (Sports Medicine Doctor & Team Doctor for the Chicago White Sox and Chicago Bulls)
🎙In this week’s episode, sports medicine doctor Dr. Jeremy Alland joins me, who is the team doctor for the Chicago Bulls, Chicago Whit... more
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Apple Podcasts5Gandalf Schultz
United States2 years ago - A deep dive into the complex world of youth sports.
Ally Tucker’s podcast offers an insightful, often eye-opening look into the current state of youth sports in America. As someone who has been both a parent and coach, and also spent years playing sports (though not at the collegiate level), I find her perspective particularly resonant. Tucker tackles the high-stakes world of youth athletics with both wit and wisdom, blending humor and clever observations to keep the episodes engaging.
What sets this podcast apart is the range of voices Ally brin... more
Apple Podcasts5AlliParksUnited States2 years ago - Parent of youth athlete pov
I am a parent struggling the navigation of club vs rec league and this has been so insightful. It’s easy to get caught up and lost in everything that comes along with youth sports and I sometimes forget the big picture.im Using this information for decisions I’m currently making. Also the interviewer is fun to listen to and seems extremely knowledgeable on the subject.
Apple Podcasts5noshirtinpoolUnited States2 years ago - A balanced look at youth sports as an industry and lifestyle
As someone who’s not currently a parent but grew up playing sports, the Youth Sports machine has always been fascinating to me. Ally offers a balanced, thoughtful look at the pros of kids playing sports, and all the ways adults have tried to “optimize” the industry (and the kids). I learn something new with each episode and I’m sharing this with all my friends, parents or not.
Also the theme music slaps.
Apple Podcasts5BabybeekgUnited States2 years ago - A parent and sports fan
Should be required listening for parents and young athletes! It’s so easy to get swept up in the swirl -this pod makes great points and leads to reflection that will help parents make intentional decisions about the sports experience for their children .
Apple Podcasts5babboomerUnited States2 years ago
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What is Youth $ports about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This show consistently examines the shifting economics and culture of youth sports, from parental pressure and coaching dynamics to officiating, college athletics, and private investment. Episodes frequently feature parents, coaches, referees, administrators, and industry insiders who pull back the curtain on how incentives, pathways, and business interests shape youth participation, development, and well-being. Listeners can expect thoughtful, sometimes provocative conversations that mix personal stories with data and policy implications, offering pragmatic takeaways for families, clubs, and sponsorswhile highlighting the human side of the game. A notable strength is the breadth of perspectives across roles in the ecosystem, from grassroot... more
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1. The Pure Athlete Podcast
2. Youth Inc. with Greg Olsen
3. Good Inside with Dr. Becky
4. Pivot
5. Welcome to the Party
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Youth $ports launched 2 years ago and published 100 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Youth $ports include:
1. Sean Holbrooks
2. Amanda Holbrooks
3. Summer Allison
4. Dr. Jeremy Alland
5. Colleen Tucker
6. Dennis Bairos
7. Taylor Roden
8. Joe Foran
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