Before the Madness
Before the Madness
Podcast Description
"Before the Madness" is a powerful, three-hour live radio special dedicated to breaking down the barriers in youth sports and ensuring every child has the opportunity to play, grow, and thrive. Featuring in-depth discussions with top sports leaders, coaches, and advocates, this show tackles the state of youth sports, athlete development, and the urgent need for change—all while driving support for ShareWaves' mission to bring high-quality sports experiences to kids across Kansas City.
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The show covers the state of youth sports, athlete development, and urgent need for change, with episodes featuring discussions on the impact of sports on discipline and resilience, coaching methodologies, and programs like the Royals Crown League. Specific topics include how basketball and faith-based mentorship can transform lives and the vital role of mentorship and leadership within sports.
“Before the Madness” is a powerful, three-hour live radio special dedicated to breaking down the barriers in youth sports and ensuring every child has the opportunity to play, grow, and thrive. Featuring in-depth discussions with top sports leaders, coaches, and advocates, this show tackles the state of youth sports, athlete development, and the urgent need for change—all while driving support for ShareWaves’ mission to bring high-quality sports experiences to kids across Kansas City.
Hour 2: Changing the Game for Kids
Co-Hosts: Jim Huber & Jason Holzer (4D Leaders)
The second-hour shifts focus to coaching, leadership, and the critical role of mentors in youth sports.Jim Huber and Jason Holzer of 4D Leaders lead a robust conversation on how parents, coaches, and communities can collaborate to create a supportive and development-focused environment for young athletes.
Special guests include Trevor Rosenthal, former MLB pitcher, who shares personal insights into the impact of excellent coaching and mentorship throughout his career.
Jeff Sopha and Shon Plack then join to discuss their efforts to expand baseball access in Kansas City, mainly through the Royals Crown League, which ensures that kids from all backgrounds have the opportunity to play and develop.
The hour closes with a strong fundraising push, encouraging listeners to text ”Gladness” to 243725 and sign up for the March Gladness 3-on-3 Tournament and Soccer Camp.
Thank you for tuning in to Before the Madness, where we break down the barriers to youth sports and create opportunities for every child to play, grow, and thrive.
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📱 Text ”Gladness” to 243725 to donate and help bring high-quality sports experiences to kids across Kansas City.
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