Special Guest Coleman Scott, Olympic Bronze Medalist, Offers Lessons for Wrestling Parents

"The Farm," a fantastic wrestling training facility, founder Coleman Scott joins Fred and Brand, who was Coleman's teammate at Oklahoma State. The atmosphere was electric, filled with the spirit of wrestling, and it set the perfect backdrop for our conversation. 00:00:00 - Welcome to The Farm Introduction to the podcast setting and guest Coleman Scott. 00:01:00 - Wrestling Dads and Lessons Learned Coleman shares insights on coaching kids and what he learned from observing wrestling dads. 00:02:00 - Juicy Dad Stories Discussion about wrestling dads getting kicked out of tournaments and the behavior of parents. 00:03:00 - The Role of Parents in Wrestling Coleman talks about the importance of parental behavior and its impact on kids in wrestling. 00:04:00 - The Crazy World of Wrestling Moms A light-hearted take on the intensity of wrestling moms compared to dads. 00:05:00 - Balancing Competition and Fun The importance of keeping wrestling enjoyable for kids while still fostering competition. 00:06:00 - Parenting and Coaching Dynamics Coleman discusses the challenges of being a coach and a parent simultaneously. 00:07:00 - Positive Coaching Environment The significance of maintaining a positive atmosphere in wrestling clubs and practices. 00:08:00 - Communication with Parents How Coleman manages communication with parents at The Farm. 00:09:00 - Creating a Safe Space for Kids The importance of separating parents from the wrestling room to foster a better environment for kids. 00:10:00 - Handling Kids' Emotions in Sports Coleman shares strategies for dealing with kids' emotional responses during practice and competition. 00:11:00 - The Importance of Encouragement Discussing the need for positive reinforcement rather than criticism. 00:12:00 - Effort Over Results The focus on effort and personal growth rather than just winning. 00:13:00 - Navigating Internal Pressure How to help kids manage the internal pressures they face in sports. 00:14:00 - The Role of Fun in Wrestling The balance between hard work and enjoyment in wrestling training. 00:15:00 - Parent Camp Concept Coleman shares his idea for a parent camp to educate parents on supporting their kids. 00:16:00 - Father-Son Camp Plans Details about an upcoming father-son camp and its objectives. 00:17:00 - Coaching Across Different Levels Coleman reflects on his coaching experiences from youth to elite levels. 00:18:00 - The Dangers of Specialization Discussion on the risks of early specialization in sports. 00:19:00 - Influence of Social Media on Kids The impact of social media on young athletes and their perceptions of success. 00:20:00 - Weight Cutting in Youth Sports Coleman's strong stance against weight cutting for young athletes. 00:21:00 - Encouraging Diverse Sports Participation The importance of encouraging kids to participate in multiple sports. 00:22:00 - The Value of Sports in Life Coleman discusses how sports teach valuable life lessons. 00:23:00 - The Pressure of Winning Exploring the balance between competition and the love of the sport. 00:24:00 - Effort and Love in Sports The connection between effort, love for the sport, and success. 00:25:00 - Handling Kids' Specialization Desires Strategies for managing kids who want to specialize in one sport. 00:26:00 - The Importance of Communication How to effectively communicate with kids about their sports experiences. 00:27:00 - The Role of Social Media in Youth Sports Coleman shares his views on the negative effects of social media on young athletes. 00:28:00 - The Impact of Online Criticism Discussion on the challenges athletes face from online critics and forums. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices