The Pure Athlete Podcast

• 123. "TAKE BACK SPORTS" with ESPN Executive Kevin Martinez

  “Take Back Sports” is a major new Youth Sports initiative from ESPN focused on some of the critical challenges in Youth Sports. This week, Kevin Martinez, who heads up this initiative for ESPN, joins us to talk about four critical areas of challenge in Youth Sports and what the Take Back Sports initiative is doing to help bring about solutions that will impact the next generation and the future of youth sports. Kevin transparently discusses the reasons ESPN has taken an active role in helping address today's challenges in youths sports, as well as some of the partners that are joining in this endeavor.

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• PA Replay: Parenting on Game Day

  Enjoy this special replay of this timeless topic that originally aired in May of 2024. It's finally game day and a chance to pay off all of those hard hours of work and practice. A day meant for relaxation and having fun with other parents as we watch our athletes compete oftentimes morphs into something entirely different. For those of us who have experienced it, we know there are three major components to game day for parents: before the game, during the game, and after the game. Each of these aspects comes with their own challenges that can be both enjoyable and stressful. There are times we're able to help our young athletes and other times when we're just making it harder for them; so how can we know when we're doing our part?Jeff, Britt, and Brad sit down to discuss the best and most challenging parts of being a parent on game day, encouraging parents and athletes to take stock of their own approach while being intentional at making the most of this sacred day in sports.

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• 122. 7x National Champion HC Nick Saban

  Head Coach Nick Saban won seven national championships on his way to being known as the GOAT of college football coaches. On this episode, Coach Saban shares his story of how he reluctantly got into coaching - he had planned to be in the car dealership business - as well as insights into his thoughts about player development and a commitment to individual excellence and value over winning. He also talks about leadership, his toughest challenges as a coach, and what his doubt taught him about accountability that shaped his leadership style. Finally, Coach Saban also shares his thoughts on NIL, the transfer portal, and the state of college football.

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• PA Replay - Hall of Fame Pitcher Greg Maddux

  For all of you who missed this popular episode, we are bringing it to you again. Hall of Fame pitcher Greg Maddux sits down with the guys to delve into his legendary baseball career. Maddux shares valuable insights ranging from arm care to pitching philosophy that played a crucial role in propelling him to the status of an all-time great. He also discusses some of the toughest batters he faced and reveals his favorite pitchers in today’s game. From his humble beginnings in little league to his well-deserved induction into Cooperstown, Maddux unveils his immense knowledge of baseball and sports.

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• 121. LA Rams HC Sean McVay Pt. 2

  In 2017, Sean McVay became the youngest NFL head coach in the modern era, at 30 years old. In his second year, Coach McVay led the Rams to a Super Bowl appearance and three years later he became the youngest head coach to ever win a Super Bowl. In Part 2 of our conversation with Coach McVay, he shares his advice to coaches, discusses the coaches he loves to compete against, talks about his approach to balancing his roles as coach and dad, and so much more. If you haven't already, be sure to check out Pt. 1 of our interview with Sean!

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