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Building Confidence in Young Athletes

Lisa Cohn

Booking Overview

Interview-focused show about youth sports psychology, athlete confidence, and the mental challenges faced by young athletes, featuring coaches, parents, authors, professors, and subject-matter specialists. PR agencies could credibly pitch sports psychologists, youth coaches, athlete-wellbeing specialists, sports nutrition professionals, authors, educators, and parents of elite athletes; booking difficulty is low because the show regularly features accessible professionals with practical expertise.

Metrics

Episodes: 100

Frequency: Every two weeks

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

lisaellencohn1@gmail.com

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Host

Lisa Cohn - Co-founder of the Ultimate Sports Parent and Kids' Sports Psychology, focused on helping parents and young athletes address mental-game challenges in youth sports.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Practical expertise in youth sports, sports psychology, coaching, athlete development, parenting, nutrition, education, or related areas; authorship, academic experience, elite athletic backgrounds, leadership roles, or direct experience supporting young athletes are strong fits.
Required Achievements:  
Published books, Elite or collegiate athletic achievement, Leadership of youth-sports or athlete-development organizations, Professional expertise in athlete nutrition, mental performance, or well-being

Recent Guest Discussions

Lisa Richer - Supporting Neurodiverse Young Athletes, Identifying Obstacles To Confidence And Performance, And Helping Coaches And Parents Understand Individual Athletes.

Craig Young - Parenting Young Athletes, Prioritizing Well-being Over Winning, Separating Confidence From Playing Time And Rankings, And Learning From Personal Parenting Mistakes.

Tom Henske - Name, Image, And Likeness Income, Financial Education For Young Athletes, Money-related Stress, And Thoughtful Decision-making.

Adee Levinstein - Eating Challenges, Nutrition Messaging, Body Image, Performance Pressure, And The Physical And Psychological Risks Of Extreme Dietary Practices Among Young Athletes.

Stephen Anderson - Stress, Comparisons, Parental Pressure, Developmental Transitions, And Preparing Young Athletes For Emotional Challenges In Sports.

Recent Topics

Sports, Youth Sports Psychology, Athlete Confidence, Sports Parenting, Mental Performance

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Building Confidence in Young Athletes
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How Physical Strength Builds Mental Resilience in Young Athletes

October 13, 2026

Building mental toughness in young athletes isn't just about teaching them to think positively or overcome setbacks. Physical activity, especially strength training, can help kids develop confidence, resilience and the ability to manage stress, says strength coach Mike Ockrim. Ockrim, founder of Mighty Oak Athletic in Westmont, Ill., and author of Death Resistant, says physical challenges prepare kids to handle life's emotional obstacles. "The quickest way to change your mental state is to ch...

Helping Neurodiverse Athletes Build Confidence and Success

September 29, 2026

For neurodiverse young athletes, struggles on the field, court or in the gym may have little to do with effort or motivation. Lisa Richer, founder of Journey to Bloom, says that coaches and parents need to look beyond performance and understand the individual athlete. Richer, a former elite gymnast who competed on the U.S. national team in the 1980s, draws on her own experiences as an undiagnosed neurodivergent athlete. She now works with families, athletes and coaches to identify obstacles t...

NFL Player's Dad Says Focus on Well-Being Before Winning

September 15, 2026

Craig Young, author of Growing Up Young: One Family's Faith Journey to the NFL and father of Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young, says he damaged his relationship with his son by being overbearing about Bryce's success in sports. "I was just hell-bent on, 'he is not going to squander this gift,'" he said. His wife told him that Bryce felt increasingly uncomfortable around his father. "To hear that my behavior was pushing my son away was just like a dagger to my heart," Young said. "And ...

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Frequently asked questions

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Building Confidence in Young Athletes
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How do I get in touch with Building Confidence in Young Athletes?

Building Confidence in Young Athletes is hosted by Lisa Cohn. Its publicly listed email is lisaellencohn1@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Building Confidence in Young Athletes?

The publicly listed email for Building Confidence in Young Athletes: lisaellencohn1@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Building Confidence in Young Athletes have?

Podseeker estimates Building Confidence in Young Athletes reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Building Confidence in Young Athletes?

Building Confidence in Young Athletes typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Practical expertise in youth sports, sports psychology, coaching, athlete development, parenting, nutrition, education, or related areas; authorship, academic experience, elite athletic backgrounds, leadership roles, or direct experience supporting young athletes are strong fits. Common among recent guests: Published books; Elite or collegiate athletic achievement; Leadership of youth-sports or athlete-development organizations. Recent guests include Lisa Richer, Craig Young, and Tom Henske.

How hard is it to get booked on Building Confidence in Young Athletes?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Building Confidence in Young Athletes cover?

Recent episodes cover Sports, Youth Sports Psychology, Athlete Confidence, Sports Parenting, and Mental Performance. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

lisaellencohn1@gmail.com

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