Welcome to another insightful episode of "The Sports Parent Experience." Today, we dive into a common phrase that parents tell their athletes after a competition that seems encouraging, but the phrase can lead to serious performance issues.

In this episode, Team Beltramo explores why your postgame remarks resonate with your child, or why they miss completely. As elite sports parents, let’s help take the pressure off with some subtle changes to how you and I show up verbally for our athletes.

Whether you're a parent of a budding superstar, or simply in the stands to cheer on your son or daughter, this conversation will equip you with the tools to support your athlete more effectively.

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Chapter Markers:
0:00 - Introduction to the Episode: The Power of Parental Support
0:26 - Unpacking the Phrase "I Love to Watch You Play"
0:41 - Intentions vs. Impact: Where Good Phrases Go Wrong
1:12 - The Pitfalls of Cliched Praise
1:45 - When Supporting Words Fall Short
1:58 - Addressing the Pressure of Performance
2:15 - Revisiting a College Sports Experience
3:16 - The Shift from High School to College Athletics
3:49 - Changing Phrases to Reduce Pressure
4:25 - Personal Story: Expectations vs. Reality in College Sports
4:46 - The Unintended Consequences of Performance-Focused Praise
5:02 - Why We Should Say "We Love to Support Your Team"
5:22 - Focusing on Team Support and Community Engagement
5:41 - The Importance of Presence Over Performance
6:07 - The Lifelong Impact of Showing Up
6:43 - Supporting Through Injuries and Non-Starters
7:24 - Extending Support Beyond the Game
7:46 - Personal Anecdote: Impact of Showing Up
8:13 - The Significance of Presence in Youth Sports
8:55 - Shifting Focus from Words to Actions
9:31 - Closing Thoughts: The Essence of the Sports Parent Experience

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