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Coaches: Beyond the Scoreboard

In this episode, Denise Mayer and Christy Valentini Lackner a certified Prevention Specialist and author of the booklet "Coaches' Playbook" discuss the critical role of coaches in the mental and physical development of young athletes. They explore the importance of positive adult relationships, the impact of home life on athletes, and the necessity of establishing boundaries and consequences for substance use. The conversation emphasizes the need for coaches to recognize signs of struggle in their athletes, empower them to speak up, and support them beyond their sports careers. Ultimately, the episode highlights the importance of fostering a healthy balance between competition and personal growth. Behind every confident student-athlete, there’s often a coach who believed in them — not just as a player, but as a person. Research tells us that coaches who lead with encouragement, empathy, and integrity can have a lasting impact far beyond the scoreboard. They build character, teach life skills, and help students discover who they are under pressure.

In this episode, we’ll explore how coaching can influence mental health, academic success, and overall development in young people — for better or worse.

So whether you're a coach, a parent, or a student who’s been shaped by someone who showed up and led with heart — this one’s for you."

About this podcast

Step Up to Save Our Children is a new podcast promoting a healthy, safe and drug fee community. Important topics with professional guests provide information on a variety of topics from high potency marijuana, underage drinking, fentanyl poisoning and other drug and mental health related issues. This podcast, Step Up to Save Our children, is attempting to meet parents and caregivers where you are. Whether at home, exercising or waiting for your child from sports, music or ballet, this will be your opportunity to keep your children safe by educating yourself to the dangers they face.

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