#RaisingAthletes Podcast | Why Youth Sports is Critical for Kids’ Development March 22, 2024 Tune into the #RaisingAthletes Podcast with Kirsten Jones, who supports parents in raising good athletes and extraordinary people. The #RaisingAthletes podcast brings listeners all things youth sports. This episode includes the corporate side of youth and recreational sports. Listen along as Kirsten chats with Brett MacKinnon, SVP and General Manager of SportsEngine, elite hockey player, corporate athlete, and dad. Kirsten and Brett talk about the business of youth sports, and how fun and recreational sports should be the backbone of our kids’ experiences. They discuss how Brett's youth soccer and (later) elite hockey experiences shaped his career and professional life, with common themes of discipline, teamwork, community, and communication. Dive into the full episode below or listen on your own device here > About Raising Empowered AthletesKirsten Jones, Peak Performance & Sports Parenting Coach, is a co-host of the #RaisingAthletes Podcast. Her first parenting book, Raising Empowered Athletes is out now. Sign up & receive parenting tips and updates on the book, podcast and speaking events. Learn more > tags in this article Club Admin Coach Issues & Advice Parent SportsEngine