The SPORTi Podcast
The SPORTi Podcast
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Our podcast is dedicated to guiding families through the complexities of youth sports in the Greater Toronto Area. From understanding levels of play to accessing resources and overcoming challenges, we share personal experiences and practical insights to help parents feel informed and empowered. Join us as we simplify the journey and create a supportive community for families stepping into the world of youth sports.
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The podcast explores themes such as youth athlete training, injury prevention, co-parenting in sports, and navigating sports systems in Canada. Episodes include discussions on the science of speed training with Dr. Richard Bucciarelli, the balancing act of parenting young athletes with professional triathlete Angela, and a deep dive into the structure of the Klevr Super League in youth hockey. It also covers critical topics like sportsmanship, academic balance, and the unique cultural experiences of parenting athletes.
Our podcast is dedicated to guiding families through the complexities of youth sports in the Greater Toronto Area. From understanding levels of play to accessing resources and overcoming challenges, we share personal experiences and practical insights to help parents feel informed and empowered. Join us as we simplify the journey and create a supportive community for families stepping into the world of youth sports.
In this episode of The SPORTi Podcast, host Pam speaks with Greg Evans – a hockey dad, coach, and former player about his lifelong journey through the sport. Greg reflects on his early days playing in the NYHL and GTHL, his time at Metro Prep during the early academy era, and his brief experience with the University of Guelph team. Greg shares how finding the right school environment helped him excel both in the classroom and on the ice. Now coaching his two sons, he offers honest insights into player development, early specialization, and the importance of balancing competition with confidence.
Greg dives into the evolving world of youth hockey—comparing sanctioned leagues like Hockey Canada's CDP and CDS programs with unsanctioned leagues like The Klevr League and why a one-size-fits-all approach can hinder elite players. He offers thoughtful advice for parents navigating their kids’ athletic journeys: let them lead, support their passions, and avoid chasing status too early. From the realities of coaching your own child to the lasting impact of encouragement over pressure, Greg’s perspective is refreshingly grounded in both experience and empathy.
Whether you're a new hockey parent, a seasoned coach, or just passionate about youth sports, this episode reminds us that the real goal isn’t just making the NHL it’s helping kids love the game and grow through it.
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