Episode 2: Myths About Kids and SportWhose Goal Is It Really?

In this episode of The FX Factor, we dive into one of the toughest questions parents face: Whose goal is it — yours or your child’s?It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of sport — trials, rep teams, academies, pathways to professional levels. But when does healthy encouragement cross the line into pressure? And how do we know if the goals we’re setting are really ours, not theirs?We explore how to help kids develop their own ambitions, why ownership is so important for confidence, and what happens when parents drive the agenda instead of the child. You’ll also hear strategies to support kids who feel overwhelmed, discouraged, or unsure — without pushing them away from the sport they once loved.This episode is a must-listen for any parent who wants to raise resilient, motivated kids that love sport for themselves — not just to please someone else.