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EPISODE · Jun 15, 2025 · 25 MIN

3 - The Truth About Travel Sports: What Every Parent Needs to Know

from Talkin' with the AD · host Coach Sullivan, RAA, RMSAA, CIC, NFHS Level 3 Coach

Send us Fan MailThinking about travel sports for your kid? Before you commit to that club soccer, AAU basketball, or travel baseball team, hit play on this episode of Talkin’ with the A.D.Coach Sullivan breaks down the rise of travel teams in youth sports, what they offer, what they really cost, and whether they’re worth the time, energy, and financial investment. From recruiting exposure and elite coaching to burnout, overuse injuries, and family strain, we unpack it all.If you're a sports parent, coach, or athletic director navigating the world of club sports, this episode offers 5 must-hear tips to help your athlete thrive without losing balance.🎯 Topics Covered:What is a travel team vs. school or rec sportsPros and cons of joining a travel programHidden costs (time, money, mental health)College recruiting and athletic scholarship mythsHow to support your athlete without overcommitting🔗 Visit betteryouthcoaching.com for tools and resources to help you build better athletes—and better humans. 👍 Follow, rate, and share if this helped you make a smart move for your family or team.Welcome to Talkin' with the AD! LET'S GO!!Better Youth CoachingMission is to improve amateur sports through education of parents, coaches, and athletes Better Youth CoachingMission is to improve amateur sports through education of parents, coaches, and athletesSupport the showVisit betteryouthcoaching.com - information for parents, coaches, and athletes.SOCIALSFacebook - talkinwiththeadX - Talkin’ with the ADInstagram - talkin_with_the_adYouTube - Talkin' with the ADTik Tok - Talkin' with the AD

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Send us Fan Mail Thinking about travel sports for your kid? Before you commit to that club soccer, AAU basketball, or travel baseball team, hit play on this episode of Talkin’ with the A.D. Coach Sullivan breaks down the rise of travel teams in youth sports, what they offer, what they really cost, and whether they’re worth the time, energy, and financial investment. From recruiting exposure and elite coaching to burnout, overuse injuries, and family strain, we unpack it all. If you're a sport...

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