Parents in Sport Podcast
This monthly podcast covers a wide range of topics helping to bring a greater understanding of the world of youth sport.
We have an amazing lineup of guests sharing their knowledge and personal experiences including world leading authors, olympians, professional athletes and coaches, sports parents, sports psychologists and industry experts.
From topics on sports parenting, effectively managing match-day and competition, developing resilience in young people, running effective parental engagement programmes and the good, the bad and ugly of football academies, there is something for everyone.
Parents in Sport Podcast
'A conversation with Molly Sacker' - Supporting young high performers and gearing up for Los Angeles 2028
In this episode British Sailing Squad member Molly Sacker joins Gordon MacLelland to discuss her own sporting journey, the lessons she has learned, how we can best support young high performers and life gearing up for Los Angeles 2028.
During the conversation they discuss amongst other things:
- The importance of consistent messaging to young athletes from parents and coaches
- Sacrifices or individual choices?
- Motivation and commitment and the importance of discipline
- The dangers of early success if it leads to complacency
- The logistical and emotional strain on parents who support young high performers
- Mollys mantra of 'It’s not that deep—it’s meant to be fun.'
- Female athletes perhaps needing specific support environments, especially in male-dominated sports
- Promoting balance, independence and emotional well-being alongside performance
Molly Sacker is a member of the British Sailing Squad campaigning for the LA2028 Olympic Games and is a Masters Graduate in Conflict, Security and Development.