by Abby Wambach
First published 2020
Three-time Olympic gold medalist and World Cup Champion Christie Pearce Rampone teams up with sports neuropsychologist Dr. Kristine Keane to transform how young athletes approach competition and life. They replace worn-out mantras like "no pain, no gain" with a new philosophy of authentic presence both on and off the field. The authors combine cutting-edge neuroscience with parenting wisdom and insights from elite athletic competition. They show how to set realistic expectations for children, boost performance on game day, and navigate the complex relationships between athletes, coaches, and ambitious parents. The book addresses the unique pressures facing youth sports today while building essential life skills like accountability, confidence, and resilience. Rampone and Keane provide concrete strategies for parents who want to support their children without inadvertently sabotaging their success, offering guidance that applies across all sports and competition levels.
Genres: psychology, sports, non-fiction, biography-memoir, parenting, academic
Vibes: informative, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: expert-advice, self-improvement
304 pages · Hardcover · Grand Central Publishing