EPISODE · Jun 3, 2026 · 44 MIN
From A to Zebra Podcast S3:E12 Letter A - Adults guest Jon Orr
from From A to Zebra · host Dana Pappas, Nate Acosta
Summary:In this episode, youth sports advocate and coach John Orr discusses the impact of adult behavior on youth sports, the importance of focusing on life lessons, and how to foster a positive environment for young athletes. He shares insights from his book 'Hijacked' and his work with the Sports Reclamation Project.Sound Bites:"Control what you can control.""You're like the boy who cried wolf.""Use youth sports to teach life lessons."Chapters:00:00 The Role of Parents in Youth Sports00:13 Introduction to John Orr and His Mission02:57 The Challenges of Officiating05:54 The Adult Problem in Youth Sports08:40 The Impact of Adult Behavior on Youth Sports11:21 The Importance of Accountability in Sports16:45 The Human Element in Sports Officiating21:31 The Role of Coaches and Officials28:07 The Impact of Parental Behavior on Youth Sports33:56 Goals of the Sports Reclamation Project41:21 Raising Good People Through Sports43:58 OutroResources:Hijacked by John Orr - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C4XYZ123Sports Reclamation Project - http://www.sportsreclamationproject.comJohn Orr on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/john_pg_hoops_757/John Orr on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sportsreclamationproject
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Summary:In this episode, youth sports advocate and coach John Orr discusses the impact of adult behavior on youth sports, the importance of focusing on life lessons, and how to foster a positive environment for young athletes. He shares insights from his book 'Hijacked' and his work with the Sports Reclamation Project.Sound Bites:"Control what you can control.""You're like the boy who cried wolf.""Use youth sports to teach life lessons."Chapters:00:00 The Role of Parents in Youth Sports00:13 Introduction to John Orr and His Mission02:57 The Challenges of Officiating05:54 The Adult Problem in Youth Sports08:40 The Impact of Adult Behavior on Youth Sports11:21 The Importance of Accountability in Sports16:45 The Human Element in Sports Officiating21:31 The Role of Coaches and Officials28:07 The Impact of Parental Behavior on Youth Sports33:56 Goals of the Sports Reclamation Project41:21 Raising Good People Through Sports43:58 OutroResources:Hijacked by John Orr - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C4XYZ123Sports Reclamation Project - http://www.sportsreclamationproject.comJohn Orr on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/john_pg_hoops_757/John Orr on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/sportsreclamationproject
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