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Sideline Insults - Parents vs. Teen Athletes

Sideline Insults - Parents vs. Teen Athletes

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What parents say from the sidelines matters more than they think.In this short episode of Constantly Curious, Lindsay Potter - former collegiate athlete, longtime coach, and mental performance coach for teenage athletes — shares a firsthand experience from a recent high school tournament that raised serious concerns about parent behavior in youth sports.This episode is a direct, honest conversation for parents of student-athletes about:• How sideline comments impact teen confidence• Why personal insults from adults stick with kids long after the game• The difference between healthy competitiveness and harmful behavior• How parents can support athletes without tearing others downTeen athletes are resilient — but they’re still developing confidence, emotional regulation, and identity. Words spoken in the heat of competition don’t disappear when the game ends.If you’re a parent, coach, or educator involved in youth sports, this episode offers an important moment for reflection.Youth sports should challenge kids — not emotionally damage them.Let’s please do better for the next generation of athletes.🎧 Listen, reflect, and consider the role we all play in shaping the youth sports experience.#YouthSports #ParentingAthletes #HighSchoolSports #SportsParents #MentalPerformance #AthleteMentalHealth #ConfidenceBuilding

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