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Empowering Coaches and Athletes: Meg Wilson’s SPKN Vision
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Christina Fauria interviews Meg Wilson, founder and CEO of the Sports Professional Knowledge Network (SPKN). Meg shares her journey from athlete to coach and the motivation behind creating SPKN. They discuss the challenges and importance of coaching education, addressing issues like mental toughness, team culture, and nutrition. Meg highlights the need for continual learning among coaches and the impact they can have on young athletes. The conversation also delves into the six pillars of SPKN and the broader issues in youth sports, including parental involvement and the mental well-being of young athletes.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Meg Wilson and SPKN
00:53 Meg's Coaching Journey Begins
01:43 Challenges and Motivations in Coaching
05:03 The Importance of Continual Learning for Coaches
07:18 Parental Involvement in Youth Sports
07:47 Addressing Problems in Youth Sports
10:58 Post-Game Interactions and Parental Guidance
14:14 Meg's Personal Experiences as a Parent and Coach
15:57 The Six Pillars of SPKN
17:51 Cultural Sensitivity in Coaching
18:44 Fairness and Individual Treatment
19:34 Challenges in Coaching Different Genders
21:13 Communication and Team Culture
24:59 Skill and Coach Development
25:13 Nutrition and Supplements
29:11 Sports Science and Technology
31:30 Making a Lasting Impact
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