Paul Gamble PhD - Parents are the Key

Today’s guest is someone whose career has stretched across three decades, three continents, and just about every corner of elite and professional sport. Dr. Paul Gamble has worked with athletes of all ages and backgrounds, but his deepest passion lies in helping young athletes unlock their potential and supporting the next generation of sport stars in a healthy, sustainable way. Paul is the author of Sports Parenting—first released in 2022 and now arriving in a newly revised edition in January 2026—where he brings parents into the conversation around youth development and long‑term athlete wellbeing. Originally from the UK, Paul’s journey has taken him through New Zealand and now to Canada, where he lives with his wife Sian and his son Leo. In addition to running his independent coaching initiative launched in 2019, Paul consults with organizations around the world and provides continuing education for coaches and practitioners across disciplines. He also shares thoughtful, research‑driven insights on youth sport and talent development through his Athlete Generation Substack. I’m thrilled to have him here today to dig into what really shapes young athletes, how families can support the journey, and what the future of youth sport could—and should—look like. Sports Parenting Book Instagram Books/Amazon Linktree Athlete Generation substack Informed Practitioner in Sport website  Prepared Athlete Training & Health