56: Sports Tourism + Building a New Generation of Young Athletes

This episode feels like 3 friends sitting down, taking a trip down memory lane.

While we talk about our own sports careers, Doug also lays out what the current sports tourism industry means for building a new generation of young athletes.

Doug’s career journey highlights the importance of feedback, the vital role of effective communication, and the importance of a solid support structure.

Show Outline

  • 1:15 – Doug’s Sports Journey as an Athlete
  • 5:04 – Importance of Feedback and Guidance
  • 8:00 – Leading Upward Basketball at the Church
  • 10:15 – The Decision-Making Debate
  • 11:11 – The Impact of Feedback
  • 12:36 – Leadership Journey and Current Role
  • 21:02 – The distinction between a small team and an organization
  • 21:51 – Preparing for upcoming tournaments
  • 23:29 – Adjusting leadership style in a new organization
  • 31:14 – The Changing Landscape of Youth Sports
  • 34:04 – Advancement in Tiered Sports
  • 37:18 – Supporting Children’s Sports Dreams
  • 40:54 – New Orleans trip
  • 41:06 – Wrapping up and lunch
  • 41:16 – Reflections and insights

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